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A New (Old Stock)unused Ortofon VMS 20E Mk II cartridge in the original package.• Patented Ortofon VMS technology• Nude, Elliptical stylus• 0.50 mg effective stylus tip mass• 20-20.000 Hz +/- 1db frequency response• Range 5-60,000 Hz
This is a fair ask, leaning slightly ambitious at US$250. Recent used market examples cluster more around roughly US$150–US$220 for working cartridges, with lower asks showing up when the stylus status is uncertain or the listing is less complete, so US$250 sits above the usual middle of the pack rather than below it.
What makes it appealing is that the VMS 20E Mk II is a respected vintage MM with a nude elliptical stylus and a strong reputation for refined, lively tracking when the stylus is healthy. The real upside is condition: if this one includes an original, genuinely good stylus or cleanly documented low hours, it can still be a satisfying buy; if stylus wear is unknown, that matters a lot because most of the value is in the stylus, not just the body.
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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