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Offered is „Ortofon ST80SE“ by Ortofon as second-hand device from the category „Phono Amplifier“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 1712989177 ends on 18.11.2026 at 11:04 o'clock.
Against a new alternative at this money, this sits in fair territory rather than bargain-bin territory: €1,350 is above the €902 median but still comfortably below the €1,791 75th percentile, so it reads as a solid ask for a desirable used piece rather than an overreach. In a market where clean examples can swing widely, that puts this listing in the “worth a close look” zone, especially if the seller can show it’s fully original and properly functioning.
What makes it interesting is that this kind of Ortofon gear tends to attract buyers who want serious performance and a more uncommon find than the usual mass-market options. If condition is genuinely good, that matters: with a niche component like this, completeness and careful ownership often count more than a small spread in price. I’d want clear photos, confirmation of all accessories, and a straightforward history, but on the numbers alone this looks like a fair, enthusiast-grade buy.
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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