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CURRENT CONDITION:The Luxman PD121U is a vintage, direct-drive turntable known for its robust build quality, heavy platter, and unique vibration dampening system. It was released around 1975-1979 and is highly regarded by audiophiles and collectors.Some light cosmetic wear on the outside but it's in very good shape beneath the cover and it functions as intended. The blacklight tube has burned out and was replaced with appropriate leds. I have searched for years for that blasted little fluorescent tube! I have used this table interchanged with a Micro-Seiki and a Denon DP72F for over 30 years and now my wife has decided that we don't need 3 turntables to play my Burl Ives records!!!@!Message me with any questions,, I know a lot about this Luxman greg ginterSPECS/FEATURES: Drive system: Direct drive with a 20-pole, 60-slot brushless DC servo motor.Platter: 30cm (2.4kg) die-cast aluminum platter, providing stable rotation.Speeds: 33.33 and 45 rpm.Motor: High-torque, brushless DC servo motor.Pitch control: +-4 pitch adjustment.Vibration damping: Original anti-vibration design with a 10mm thick aluminum top plate and height-adjustable damping insulators to prevent external vibrations.Construction: Made in Japan usually by Micro Seiki, with high-quality materials, a focus on precision machining, and an emphasis on both aesthetics and function.MICRO-ACOUSTICS 2002-E CARTRIDGE- Direct-coupled stereo phono cartridge with elliptical stylus and beryllium cantileverSTAX UA-7 is a highly regarded vintage tonearm known for its precision engineering, superior tracking ability, and "supple" sound quality.Got questions? Message us directly! Currently housed in the Guitar Shop of Wisconsin (in business for 30+ years). All items are serviced by our Professional Guitar / Service Techs and tested before listing. We pack well and ship fast. Items may be returned within 3 days upon delivery. Full refunds are processed once delivered by the carrier and inspected by our technicians. We do not deliver to P.O. boxes. Thank you for looking!
Unknown condition makes this a check-the-details listing, but the US$1,650 ask is still only a touch above the US$1,568 median and inside the normal used spread, so it reads as fair-to-slightly ambitious, not overpriced. It sits above the US$1,609 75th percentile, but only by a little, so the premium needs to be justified by originality, service history, or a notably complete package.
That still makes sense for a Luxman deck like this, because these are well-regarded for solid build, stable speed, and a musical, low-drama presentation when properly set up. If the table is complete and untouched, with the right arm, dust cover, and no bearing or cueing issues, the upside is a polished Japanese vintage buy that can stay satisfying for years; at this price, I’d just want confidence in condition and included accessories before leaning in.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Luxman traces its origins to 1925 in Osaka, Japan, when brothers T. Hayakawa and K. Yoshikawa launched a radio equipment division within their Kinsuido picture frame import business, coinciding with Japan's inaugural radio broadcast. Initially importing components, the company soon pivoted to in-house manufacturing of transformers and switches, birthing the Luxman brand and establishing it as one of Japan's oldest electronic component makers. This heritage of precision engineering has endured through ownership shifts, including stints with Alpine and Samsung, before returning to Japanese hands in the early 2000s under dedicated Luxman Corporation.
The brand specializes in luxury high-end audio components, with a storied emphasis on amplifiers—both integrated and power models—preamplifiers, and receivers renowned for their warm, detailed sound. Luxman also produces turntables, CD players, tape decks, and speakers, alongside modern digital offerings like DACs, all handcrafted in Japan with custom parts and dual-mono designs for ultimate fidelity.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Luxman commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its timeless aesthetics, uncompromising build quality, and sonic refinement that bridges vintage warmth with cutting-edge performance. Classics like the 1970s CL-32 preamp and 1980s L-507 integrated amplifier fuel its collector appeal, while contemporary lines reaffirm its status as a boutique benchmark for those seeking "Ultimate Fidelity since 1925."
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