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Offered is „Ortofon Reference Black High End Cinchkabel RCA in 1m NEU“ by Ortofon as new device from the category „Cinch Cable (Analog)“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 6419407070 ends on 01.11.2026 at 06:04 o'clock.
This is a seller’s market for this category at the moment, but this particular listing is still priced above the typical used range rather than looking like a bargain. With 23 comparable EUR listings, the median is €627 and the 75th percentile is €3,386, so €729 sits a bit over the midpoint and reads as fair-to-ambitious, not cheap.
The upside is that this is a well-regarded high-end interconnect, so a clean, unused example can make sense if you specifically want a top-tier cable and value strong build quality, shielding, and a known pedigree. The main buyer question is whether the premium over the median is justified by condition and provenance; if it’s truly new in box with the right connectors and length, it’s a tidy buy, but I’d still compare it carefully against other premium cables before paying full ask.
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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