Technologies (landing page)

Bring our products in the forefront

Fusing heritage
with innovation

We preserve our heritage by continuously investing in technology and product development and thus introducing new cartridges. It is our philosophy that even a traditional product like the cartridge can benefit greatly from new technology and industrial competences.

Our goal is to bring our products in the forefront of the technology field, in regard to materials, design, magnetic systems, and everything the products are comprised of.

Exclusive cartridge technologies

The technological prowess

Dive into the technological prowess behind the production of Ortofon Exclusive phono cartridges. Leif Johannsen, Ortofon's Chief of Acoustics and Development, delves into the details of the Ortofon Exclusive Cartridge Series and demonstrates the benefits of various technologies and innovations.

Patented Ortofon technologies

Pushing the boundaries of audio technology

At Ortofon, our relentless pursuit of audio perfection and our commitment to pushing the boundaries of audio technology has led us to develop and patent groundbreaking technologies that have revolutionized the world of phono cartridges. With three of our patented innovations, the FSE, WRD, and Split Pole Pins, we redefine the standards of excellence, inviting you to experience music in its purest form.

Groundbreaking advancemen

SLM technology

In 2008, Ortofon led the way in pioneering Selective Laser Melting (SLM) technology, a groundbreaking advancement tailored to our products. Spearheaded by Ortofon’s Chief Officer of Acoustic and Technology, Leif Johannsen, this innovation combines Ortofon's technological heritage with modern manufacturing techniques. Dive deeper into SLM technology to discover its impact on our products.