When Volker Bohlmeier met Leif Joannsen, the Chief Designer of Ortofon, the plan for a perfect cartridge began to take shape. And when Christen Nielsen, the CEO of Ortofon, agreed to support this project, the idea became a reality. This allowed EINSTEIN’s “The Pickup” to be manufactured with the consistency and precision that Volker envisioned, enabling the cartridge to be tailored specifically for EINSTEIN.

It took many prototypes to achieve the perfect balance between the mechanically stable housing and the newly developed generator. However, the final listening test with multiple tonearms and turntables justified the tremendous effort. Finally, the long-awaited and sought-after cartridge that Volker Bohlmeier had always dreamed of became a reality: EINSTEIN ”The Pick Up“.

”The Pick Up“ cartridge boasts an unparalleled tonal balance with absolute stability and authority. Its sound is not thin or analytical, but rather powerful and rich with incredible amounts of information and emotion. The midrange is velvety smooth and filled with natural atmosphere and character, while the vocals are warm and crystal clear. The high frequencies are also smooth and packed with endless amounts of detail, bringing the recording location to life in the listener’s mind, almost allowing them to feel and see where the record was made. Every subtle reverb is audible, and the distinct tonal characteristics of each instrument are perceived with complete naturalness. The bass is expansive with plenty of punch and dynamics, but always in perfect time. Every note, every nuance, even the breathing of the musicians, is audible.

”The Pick Up“ cartridge is a true embodiment of the qualities that have made EINSTEIN Audio Components a highly respected audio brand worldwide. From its exceptional tonal balance to its unparalleled clarity and precision, every aspect of this cartridge reflects the uncompromising standards of EINSTEIN Audio Components. It is a product that has been meticulously crafted and perfected through countless hours of prototyping and testing to achieve the highest level of performance and musicality. With ”The Pick Up“, EINSTEIN Audio Components has once again set the benchmark for what is possible in high-end audio and reaffirmed its position as a leading innovator in the field.