Something new and exciting has landed in the Burning the Ground setup – my brand-new Concorde Music Black cartridge has arrived!
I’m currently in the early stages of breaking it in, which means I’ve been spinning record after record (not exactly a hardship). I’m giving it a proper workout across a variety of pressings and genres to let it really settle into its groove.
Let me tell you—it’s not often I swap out a cartridge and immediately hear such a dramatic difference. But this time? Night and day. The clarity, the depth, the punch… it’s all there. Everything feels more alive, more present, more musical. It’s one of those rare upgrades that makes you want to go back and rediscover your entire vinyl collection.
Needless to say, I’m already looking forward to transferring some vinyl with this beauty. Can’t wait to hear how it handles some of my favorite 12″ mixes and rare cuts.
More updates to come once the break-in period is complete, but for now—I’m impressed.
Stay tuned,
Paul
i like vinyl!
That’s great news, congratulations on the upgrade! xoxo <3
Congrats on the upgrade! I wouldn’t mind if you revisited Stevie Nicks’ Edge Of Seventeen promo. Just a thought.
Nice one! Though i have to say i’m still missing your ortofon bronze. But curious how this one will sound for sure (ps madam butterfly – malcolm mclaren in collection? One of the best eighties songs imo but sonically it might be the worst of what i tracked over the years)
Love this post! I’m so glad it sounds so great!!
How long does a burn in for a new cartridge/stylus take? I have one (different brand than yours) on order, and need a few tips.
According to Ortofon, it takes about 20 hours for the Concorde Music Black.
Great! Thanks.
Bravo!
That’s the same reaction I had when started using the Ortofon 2M Black: couldn’t stop re-listening tons of records! What an experience, huh?!?
Hey Paul, I have quite a few of your original mp3 rips from when they were your newest rips. That’s how long I have been downloading from you.
My 59 y/o tail would LOVE a New Order Confusion re-rip.
I’m glad the Concorde arrived. I have the previous version of the cartridge that you used.
This looks like an upgrade that might be worth investing in.
WoW!! Paul Christmas In April! I Bet This New Sound Will Be Banging Off The Walls!! Out Standing!!!
Very good congratularon Paul
The Concorde has taken flight! It’s a thing of beauty. Can’t wait to hear the results. Meanwhile, enjoy your new toy! You sound giddy like a kid in a candy store, and it’s rubbing off on me (and I’m sure everyone else here). Have a great weekend all!
I’m literally rooting for your enthusiasm. It makes me jealous. Not just because of the hardware, but also because of all the knowledge. I have hundreds of records in my closet, but not even a suitable player for them. There’s some really interesting stuff there, some of which could certainly find a place on your platform. But it will be a few months or years before I can listen to them again. Until then, I’ll enjoy your work for us.
exciting 🙂
Go Paul!!!
Can’t wait to hear it! I hope you introduce your new cartridge to the Timex Social Club’s Rumors! *another hint hint*
How To Be A Zillionaire (Wall St. Mix)
*hint* *hint*
That’s a good point, it would be interesting to know what your favourite mixes are? Have fun!