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Michell Gyro SE Turntable Package cw Michell T8 Tonearm Ex-demonstration - acquired by ourselves in Jun25 Excellent Condition in Silver No cartridge included but we can offer a wide range of options, if required. cw original packaging and accessories Remainder of MIchell 5 year warranty applies
Are you getting a fair shot at the market, or paying up for a clean example? At £4,350, this sits just above the £4,015 median and a touch over the £4,366 75th percentile, so it reads as fair to slightly ambitious, but not wildly off.
That makes sense for a respected suspended deck like this: they’re loved for their pace, scale, and musical drive, and clean, well-kept examples tend to hold value. An excellent-condition listing is the right place to pay near the top of the range, especially if it’s complete and ready to run; just make sure the bearing, motor, power supply, and suspension are all in good order, because that’s where the real ownership value lives.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Michell Engineering, a British hi-fi icon, traces its roots to 1966 when engineer John Michell founded the company in the UK, initially crafting scale models for films like 2001: A Space Odyssey and precision components for local firms. Building on an apprenticeship in the early 1950s, Michell's Borehamwood workshop soon expanded, taking on turntable parts for Transcriptor in 1969 and assuming full production of their Hydraulic Reference model by 1973. The pivotal 1977 launch of the Michell Reference Electronic Turntable marked its entry into audio, cementing a heritage of innovative engineering that persists today in a Hertfordshire facility.
The brand focuses squarely on high-end analog playback, renowned for precision turntables like the legendary GyroDec—first produced in 1982—and the flagship Orbe, alongside tonearms, cartridges, power supplies, and the iconic record clamp invented by John Michell. Every component, sourced from UK subcontractors except European motors, is hand-assembled with an emphasis on longevity and serviceability, shunning mass production for traditional craftsmanship.
Michell occupies a niche boutique position in the high-end market, cherished by vinyl enthusiasts for its unwavering British purity and refusal of overseas cost-cutting. Decades of refinement have earned it a cult following among discerning audiophiles, where GyroDec models remain staples, blending vintage appeal with modern upgrades for those prioritizing sonic authenticity over fleeting trends.
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