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Offered is „Ortofon Reference Blue - RCA 1,5m“ by Ortofon as second-hand device from the category „Phono cinch cable“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 442931088 ends on 31.10.2026 at 09:34 o'clock.
At €180, this is a strong bargain versus the typical used market, sitting well below the €497 25th percentile and far under the €910 median. For a buyer, that’s the kind of gap that usually deserves fast attention rather than negotiation.
The Reference Blue is well-liked for being a musically capable, neutral-leaning interconnect with solid build quality, so a clean example can be a genuinely smart buy at this level. At this price, the main upside is simple: you’re getting a respected cable at a fraction of normal used asking levels, so just confirm the plugs are clean, the jacket is intact, and the length suits your setup.
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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