


Ortofon STYLUS NC S – (Night Club S) Spherical Replacement Stylus
Overview:
The Ortofon STYLUS NC S (Night Club S) Replacement Stylus supports demanding vinyl DJ performances. It uses a spherical diamond to maintain reliable groove contact during scratching and mixing. The stylus also handles back-cueing while maintaining consistent tracking. With a 6 mV output and flexible tracking range, it suits DJs who need dependable performance throughout extended sessions.
Key Features:
• Spherical Diamond: The spherical diamond maintains dependable groove contact during active vinyl performance and DJ techniques.
• Reliable Tracking: Its design helps maintain stable groove handling during scratching, mixing, and back-cueing.
• Scratch Performance: The stylus supports scratching techniques while maintaining consistent contact with the record groove.
• Mixing Applications: It provides reliable tracking for DJs who mix records during demanding and extended performances.
• Strong Output: A 6 mV output provides strong signal delivery for compatible DJ cartridge applications.
• Stereo Reproduction: 23 dB channel separation and 1.5 dB balance support consistent stereo playback between channels.
• Flexible Tracking Force: The 2.0–5.0 g range gives DJs flexibility when setting up their turntable.
Specifications:
• Brand: Ortofon
• Product: Stylus Night Club S
• Application: Replacement stylus
• Compatible Cartridge: Concorde & OM Nightclub cartridge
• Channel Balance at 1 kHz: 1.5 dB
• Output Voltage at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec: 6 mV
• Channel Separation at 1 kHz: 23 dB
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz–20 kHz, +3/-2 dB
• Tracking Ability at 315 Hz: 80 μm
• Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral: 7 μm/m N
• Stylus Type: Spherical
• Stylus Tip Radius: R 18 μm
• Tracking Force Range: 2.0–5.0 g (20–50 mN)
• Recommended Tracking Force: 3.0 g (30 mN)
• Tracking Angle: 20°
• Internal Impedance, DC Resistance: 750 Ohm
• Cartridge Weight: 18.5 g
• Recommended Load Resistance: 47 kOhm
• Internal Inductance: 450 mH
• Recommended Load Capacitance: 200–600 pF
• Primary Applications: Scratching and mixing
• DJ Techniques: Scratching and back-cueing
Who Is It For?
The Ortofon STYLUS NC S suits DJs who rely on vinyl for scratching, mixing, and back-cueing. Its spherical design and tracking flexibility make it suitable for demanding DJ sessions. It also provides consistent output and stereo performance for regular vinyl playback.

