Ortofon Concorde 5S

Ortofon Concorde 5S - Robust everyday suitability for uncomplicated vinyl enjoyment

The Ortofon Concorde 5S is the perfect choice for anyone looking for a reliable, user-friendly and durable cartridge system for everyday use. Whether for occasional listening or regular music enjoyment, this cartridge impresses with its robust construction, easy handling and warm, stable sound character.

Equipped with a spherical stylus diamond, the Concorde 5S delivers consistent performance, even with imperfectly adjusted tonearms. This insensitivity to fine adjustments makes it particularly attractive for beginners, occasional listeners or anyone who wants to enjoy their records without much effort. The tool-free mounting on the tonearm rounds off the practical overall approach.

Ortofon - expertise and tradition for analog listening pleasure

For over a century, Ortofon from Denmark has stood for the highest precision and quality in the field of analog audio technology. The brand is known worldwide for its cartridges and innovative stylus technologies. The Concorde 5S is an excellent example of Ortofon's ability to combine sound quality and ease of use.

With the Concorde series, Ortofon has created a unique stylus system that not only inspires DJs but also hi-fi listeners. The easy handling, the sophisticated design and the uncompromising choice of materials make every product in this series a reliable companion for everyday music enjoyment.

Technical details of the Ortofon Concorde 5S

The Concorde 5S impresses with its solid technical features, which are designed for durability and suitability for everyday use. With an output voltage of 4.5 mV at 1 kHz, the cartridge is powerful enough to deliver a clean, clear signal to phono preamps or integrated phono inputs.

The channel balance is less than 2 dB, which guarantees a pleasantly balanced stereo image. The channel separation is over 20 dB at 1 kHz - a good value that ensures a spatial, clear reproduction. The frequency response of the pickup ranges from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, with a tolerance of ±3 dB, which covers the entire audible range.

The compliance (dynamic, lateral) is 20 µm/mN - a good average value that combines stable tracking properties with smooth record handling. The scanning diamond used is spherically ground (spherical diamond), with a rounding radius of R 18 µm. This shape ensures easy handling, longer service life and forgiving handling of imperfect plates or light dust.

The recommended contact force is 1.8 grams - a standard value that ensures secure groove contact without unnecessarily stressing the plates. The DC resistance is 750 ohms and the recommended load resistance is 47 kOhms - both values correspond to common hi-fi standards and guarantee compatibility with almost all phono systems.

The coil wire material is made of OFC (oxygen-free copper), which ensures clean signal transmission with minimal loss. The color of the cartridge is classic black, which makes it visually unobtrusive in any setup. With a weight of 18.5 grams, the Concorde 5S fits easily on all standard tonearms and remains stable and reliable in its guidance.

Why the Ortofon Concorde 5S is ideal for everyday use

The Concorde 5S is aimed at all vinyl fans who are looking for a setup that is as uncomplicated as possible but still delivers a convincing sound. Its spherical stylus is not only more robust and durable than more sensitive elliptical styli, but also much easier to handle. This makes it ideal for frequent use at home - without constant readjustment or excessive maintenance.

The tool-free assembly is another highlight: simply attach and you're done. This eliminates the time-consuming alignment that is often necessary with classic headshell systems. This feature makes the 5S particularly attractive for beginners, but also for experienced listeners who are looking for a quick solution for everyday use.

Thanks to the solid technical specifications, the pickup delivers a reliable, clean sound image that is also convincing with different music genres - from rock to hip-hop to electronic sounds. The Ortofon Concorde 5S is an excellent choice for anyone who values a stable, durable and low-maintenance solution.

Features:

• Spherical pickup diamond for robust and reliable performance
• Output voltage: 4.5 mV at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
• Channel balance at 1 kHz: < 2 dB
• Channel separation at 1 kHz: > 20 dB
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±3 dB)
• Compliance (dynamic, lateral): 20 µm/mN
• Diamond rounding radius: R 18 µm
• Recommended contact force: 1.8 g
• DC resistance: 750 Ohm
• Recommended load resistance: 47 kOhm
• Coil wire material: OFC (oxygen-free copper)
• Pickup color: Black
• Weight: 18.5 grams
• Tool-free assembly for easy installation
• Ideal for beginners and daily use