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Angeboten wird „Ortofon RS212D KONDO SILVER AN-I wired“ von Ortofon als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Tonarm“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 9882699906 endet am 24.08.2026 um 21:11 Uhr.
A fair ask, leaning slightly firm but not out of line for a clean example. Comparable used sightings cluster around about €400 to €1,100, with one dealer listing new-old-stock around €128,000 yen and new inventory historically priced at well over €3,000, so €2,500 sits at the top end of the used market rather than an obvious bargain.
What makes it worth considering is the arm’s reputation: the RS-212D is a respected dynamic-balance design with low effective mass, well suited to classic high-compliance cartridges and serious vintage decks. If the listing includes the original box, headshell, wiring, counterweight, and the arm is mechanically tight with no bearing play or damaged cueing, that helps justify the number; at €2,500, completeness and condition matter a lot.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Ortofon: A Century of Precision Sound
Ortofon traces its lineage to October 9, 1918, when Danish engineers Axel Petersen and Arnold Poulsen founded the Electrical Phono Film Company in Copenhagen. The name itself derives from Greek, meaning "correct sound"—a philosophy that has guided the company's trajectory for over a century. Initially focused on synchronized sound film technology, Ortofon pivoted to audio reproduction after 1945, when the superior recording quality of new cutting equipment revealed the inadequacy of existing playback systems. This gap sparked the development of the pioneering Ortofon mono pickup in 1948, establishing the foundation for the company's future dominance.
Today, Ortofon is the world's largest manufacturer of magnetic cartridges for phonograph turntables, producing approximately 500,000 units annually. The company's product portfolio centers exclusively on phono cartridges—both moving magnet and moving coil designs—with over 300 distinct models developed since 1948. This singular focus reflects deep specialization rather than diversification, positioning Ortofon as a micro-mechanical specialist rather than a broad-based audio manufacturer.
Ortofon occupies the high-end segment of the audio market, commanding respect among vinyl enthusiasts and professional studios alike. The brand benefits from Denmark's established reputation for acoustic engineering and industrial design, supported by in-house research and development. For discerning turntable owners, Ortofon cartridges represent the gold standard—a heritage brand whose century-long commitment to cartridge excellence remains unmatched in the industry.
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