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Offered is „Simplex“ by Well Tempered Lab as exhibit from the category „Record Player, Tone Arm, System...“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 6815531291 ends on 31.10.2026 at 09:59 o'clock.
What’s the real market on this one, and is €2,300 giving you any cushion? On your own comps, the answer is no: at €2,300, it lands well above the €1,688 75th percentile and roughly €624 over the median €1,676, so this is an ambitious ask rather than a fair-market buy.
That said, this is a respected deck when set up right: the Simplex line is known for a very distinctive, low-resonance presentation, with excellent speed, texture, and that “locked-in” timing that makes acoustic and small-ensemble records feel unusually alive. If the package is complete and the unit is genuinely clean, there’s real upside in buying a well-kept example. At this price, I’d want proof of condition, any recent servicing, and included accessories before moving—otherwise the premium is hard to justify.
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Well Tempered Lab traces its roots to the late 1980s, when American engineer Bill Firebaugh—often hailed as the original designer behind the iconic Well Tempered Turntable and Arm—launched his pioneering designs. Emerging from collaborations with brands like Transparent Audio, the company evolved into Well Tempered Lab, with Firebaugh continuing as chief designer. Recent models, including the Amadeus range, have been developed in partnership with China's Opera Audio, reviving and refining the brand's analog legacy for modern audiophiles.
The brand specializes exclusively in high-end analog playback, focusing on precision turntables and tonearms. Standouts include the Simplex, a pared-down homage to the original 1980s designs, and the latest Amadeus series, engineered for maximum vinyl enjoyment. Complementary products like the Well Tempered Labs Phono Stage extend their expertise into amplification, all prioritizing innovative suspension and damping techniques that defined Firebaugh's early breakthroughs.
Positioned firmly in the niche boutique segment of high-end hi-fi, Well Tempered Lab commands a cult following among vinyl enthusiasts and vintage collectors. Its products deliver lush soundstages, rhythmic precision, and uncolored playback that rivals far pricier competitors, appealing to discerning buyers seeking reliable, enjoyable analog revival rather than mass-market flash. Though not a household name, its heritage ensures enduring appeal in the upper echelons of the turntable market.
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