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Verkauft wird ein Project RPM 1.3 Genie mit Ortofon 2M Red Tonabnehmer, es handelt sich um die ältere Version mit dem Aluminium Tonarm.
Der Zustand ist sehr gut, wurde selten genutzt über die Jahre, lediglich die letzten 1,5-2 Monate wurde er mehr genutzt.
Der Plattenspieler funktioniert einwandfrei und klingt super, hat bis ich in vor ca. 2 Wochen abgebaut haben perfekt gespielt. Der Tonabnehmer wurde zuletzt neu eingestellt und das Auflagegewicht genau auf den vom Hersteller vorgegebenen Wert eingestellt.
Zum Inserat gehört:
-vollständiger Plattenspieler mit Motor & Netzteil, Riemen, Tonarm & Ortofon 2M Red Tonabnehmer
-Phonokabel original von Project
-originale Filz Plattentellerauflage, dazu gibt es noch eine aus Kork
-sämtliches Einstellzubehör was damals im Lieferumfang war
-eine Carbonfaser Plattenbürste
Probehören ist möglich und erwünscht!
KEIN VERSAND!!
Excellent condition signals a clean, ready-to-use listing, but the €250 asking price is ambitious compared to the typical used market. The ground truth from recent comparable listings shows a median of €162, with the 75th percentile at €208; sitting well above this, the €250 price clearly exceeds the upper range of fair used value. Even considering new retail prices around €99–€110 EUR, this used listing is overpriced by roughly €140–€150 EUR relative to current market norms.
Despite the high price, the Ortofon 2M Red remains a worthwhile buy for its entertaining, punchy sound with crisp dynamics and textured bass, making it a top entry-level choice for first-time audiophiles. Its moving iron design delivers solid detail and spaciousness, and the original-owner condition suggests careful handling. However, unless the seller includes a premium stylus upgrade or rare accessories, the price is a barrier; at or above median with no extras, it’s a caution rather than a clear opportunity.
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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