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Vintage linear tracking turntable in working condition.Rare piece plays both sides of a record without flipping over Played record while back worked ok.
At US$300, this Sharp RP-117 is a strong bargain in the current used market, sitting well below the typical US$150–US$250 range for functioning vintage units. The asking price is notably lower than the 25th percentile for this model, making it an excellent deal for a buyer seeking a turntable with unique linear-tracking technology.
The RP-117 is well-regarded for its ingenious 1980s design that eliminates the need to flip the record, a rare feature that offers genuine listening convenience. Its original-owner condition and the inclusion of working belts (as noted by recent repair success) add significant upside, while the price’s low point makes any minor age concerns or missing accessories a manageable trade for a turntable that delivers both performance and nostalgia.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Sharp is a Japanese electronics company founded in 1912 by Tokuji Hayakawa, who began with a small metalworking workshop in Tokyo. The company’s name comes from its early “Ever-Ready Sharp” mechanical pencil, and its broader corporate identity grew out of a long history of practical consumer innovation rather than specialist audio alone.
In audio, Sharp has been associated mainly with mainstream consumer hi-fi and AV rather than ultra-audiophile hardware. Over the decades it has produced items such as radios, televisions, receivers, and other home-electronics components; in the modern era its audio presence is tied more to compact systems and mass-market electronics than to a deep catalog of standalone amplifiers, DACs, turntables, or headphones.
In market terms, Sharp is best understood as a heritage Japanese consumer brand with periodic involvement in audio, not a dedicated high-end hi-fi marque. For knowledgeable buyers, that means the brand carries historical legitimacy and recognition, but its reputation is closer to reliable mid-market electronics than boutique or reference-grade specialist audio.
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