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Ortofon Concorde STD - Unused, New Old Stock in original package. Silver color, integrated plug in overhang mount for S-curve tone arms like the Technics SL-series. Sonically equivalent to the current Ortofon 2M Red model.
US$100 is right on the money for this one: basically at the US$97 median and comfortably within the normal US$81–US$137 used range, so it reads as a fair buy rather than a steal or a stretch. For a buyer, that means the value case is solid if the piece is complete and presentable, but there’s no premium for rushing.
What makes it worth a look is that Ortofon’s Concorde line is widely liked for its plug-and-play convenience, strong tracking, and easy setup, which is especially appealing if you want a practical, fuss-free setup. At this price, the main upside is getting a clean, complete example without having to hunt for accessories; if it includes the original box, stylus guard, or mounting hardware, that improves the deal.
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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