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Ich verkaufe den Schallplattenspieler ungetestet.
Da ich keine Boxen oder Adapter für eine andere Anlage habe.
Listed for €120 in parts condition, this Telefunken TS 850 sits above the 75th percentile of €110 from our ground truth database, making the asking price ambitious rather than fair. While the typical used market for this direct-drive turntable ranges between €91 and €110, the €120 price tag exceeds that ceiling, especially given the parts-only status. Buyers should view this as a stretch unless the unit includes rare accessories or original-owner charm.
The TS 850 remains well-regarded for its robust 2-speed direct-drive motor and fitted tubular universal pickup arm, delivering reliable HiFi reproduction. Its upside includes the potential for original dust cover and vintage Sony headshell, as seen in comparable listings. However, at this price and condition, buyers must verify the motor’s integrity and check for missing ground wire connections, a known issue on this model. If those are sound, it’s still a worthwhile project for enthusiasts seeking vintage direct-drive character.
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Telefunken stands as one of Europe's most storied audio brands, founded on May 27, 1903, as a joint venture between German industrial giants Siemens and AEG. Created at Kaiser Wilhelm II's direction to consolidate wireless telegraphy expertise, the company quickly became the continent's dominant force in radio and electronic communications. The Telefunken name itself derives from "tele" (telegraphy) and "funken" (sparks), reflected in the brand's iconic lightning-bolt logo. By the mid-twentieth century, Telefunken had established itself across multiple continents, with its radio equipment and vacuum-tube receivers earning widespread recognition for quality throughout non-communist Europe.
The brand's product heritage centers on vacuum-tube microphones and audio components, particularly its legendary studio recording equipment developed during the golden age of analog recording. Telefunken became synonymous with premium vacuum-tube technology, and its vintage microphones—especially the ELA M 251—remain highly sought after by professional recording engineers and collectors. The company also manufactured semiconductors, computers, and consumer electronics through the mid-twentieth century, though these divisions eventually declined as Japanese competition intensified during the 1960s and 1970s.
Today's Telefunken operates as a niche boutique brand focused on preserving and recreating its analog legacy. Telefunken Elektroakustik, established in 2001 in Connecticut, specializes in historically accurate reproductions of vintage vacuum-tube microphones and has expanded into modern designs that blend classic sonic characteristics with contemporary manufacturing. The brand occupies the high-end professional and audiophile segment, commanding premium prices justified by meticulous craftsmanship and deep historical authenticity. For discerning listeners and recording professionals, Telefunken represents both tangible connection to audio's golden era and continued commitment to analog excellence.
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