Ortofon 2M Bronze

The Ortofon 2M Bronze is an outstanding pickup designed for hi-fi fans who expect the best when it comes to transparent, honest sound. In terms of price and performance, the Bronze model can be placed neatly between the widely-used 2M Blue and the renowned 2M Black – the 2M Bronze actually uses the same very low-resonance Lexan DMX synthetic cartridge enclosure as the 2M Black. The sharp Fine Line cut of the diamond, a trademark Ortofon feature, ensures the needle stays firmly but gently in the groove, for a high level of tracking precision. The sound generated by the Ortofon 2M Bronze can, in general, be characterised by its very natural tone, with a well-contoured bass, rich mids, and crystal-clear trebles – and a very clearly structured soundstage. This impression was shared by the readers of the German hi-fi magazine AUDIO, who voted the 2M Bronze as the best phono pickup of 2017.

The Danish company Ortofon has been synonymous with high-quality phono technology for more than a century. Founded in 1918 by engineers Axel Petersen and Arnold Poulsen, Ortofon developed its first magnetic pickup system, the M-15, in 1969. The company’s futuristic-looking Concorde pickup series was launched in 1982, and its stylish, streamlined design established itself on the DJ scene as the new standard for use in clubs and discotheques. Ortofon also produces high-quality moving magnet and moving coil systems for every application and price point, from quality-conscious beginners through to uncompromising high-end hi-fi aficionados.