Concorde MKII Mix

Just click it on and start mixing

The Ortofon Concorde MKII Mix is designed for DJs who want reliable Concorde performance without any complications. Thanks to the integrated headshell design, there’s no need for separate cartridge alignment, no screws, and no fiddly wiring—the cartridge simply twists onto any standard S-shaped tonearm with a bayonet (SME) connector, and you’re ready to play in seconds.

A true all-rounder

The Mix is a general-purpose model designed for mixing, scratching, and back-cueing alike. Its high-quality spherical diamond stylus and solid aluminum cantilever perform well with every style of music, delivering transparent sound across the entire spectrum and reliable groove tracking. It is one of the longest-standing favorites among DJ cartridges for a reason.

Quality You Can Hear

With a well-balanced 6 mV output, the Mix delivers clean, consistent sound that works seamlessly with any DJ mixer. The pre-installed stylus comes factory-fitted, so tracking performance is excellent right from the very first record. When the stylus eventually wears out, it can be replaced in seconds with the Stylus CC MKII Mix—no need to buy a new cartridge.

Who is the Concorde MKII Mix intended for?

Whether you're just starting out as a DJ, putting together your first turntable setup, or simply looking for an affordable, reliable workhorse cartridge that handles every genre and technique, the Mix is one of the best choices in its class. It offers an excellent price-to-performance ratio and lets you focus on your music, not your equipment.

About Ortofon

Ortofon is a Danish company founded in 1918, and for over a century it has been one of the world’s leading names in phono technology. Every Ortofon cartridge and stylus is developed and manufactured in Denmark, combining precision engineering with decades of experience in vinyl playback. The iconic Concorde design, launched in 1982, has become the industry standard in DJ booths and broadcast studios worldwide.

• Cartridge type: Moving Magnet (MM)
• Output voltage: 6 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
• Stylus type: Spherical diamond, tip radius R 18 μm
• Cantilever: Aluminum
• Tracking ability: 100 μm (315 Hz)
• Channel separation: 20 dB @ 1 kHz
• Channel balance: 1.5 dB @ 1 kHz
• Dynamic lateral compliance: 14 μm/mN
• Recommended tracking force: 3 g
• Recommended load: 47 kOhm / 200–600 pF
• Internal impedance: 700 ohms, inductance: 450 mH
• Mounting: Bayonet / SME (integrated headshell)
• Cartridge weight: 18.5 g
• Replacement stylus: Stylus CC MKII Mix
• In the box: 1 x cartridge with a pre-installed stylus, stylus guard, user guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to align or adjust this cartridge? No. The Concorde design features an integrated headshell, and the stylus comes pre-installed. Simply screw the cartridge onto a standard S-shaped tonearm with a bayonet (SME) connector and set the recommended tracking force of 3 g.

Which turntables is it compatible with? The Mix is compatible with all DJ turntables that have a removable headshell and a standard bayonet/SME tonearm connector—including the Technics SL-1200 series, Pioneer PLX, Audio-Technica LP120 series, Reloop, and many others.

Can I replace the stylus? Yes. When the stylus wears out, simply pull it off and snap on a new Stylus CC MKII Mix. The cartridge body itself lasts for many years.

Is it suitable for scratching? Yes. The spherical stylus and solid cantilever make the Mix a capable all-around choice for scratching, back-cueing, and everyday mixing.