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Systemdek IV Turntable This was a Systemdek IV electronic owned by my father but the original motor and electronic control no longer worked and was in storage for a while. I replaced the motor with an Origin Live Advanced Speed Control box with upgraded power supply. Speed control for 33/45 can be adjusted at the back of the speed control box. The turntable is in excellent condition and the arm board is cut for the older style Rega or Origin Live arm. I have mounted a Thorens branded Rega RB250 on it now. The cork mat is not included. I have found the box for it would be able to ship if
This A$800 asking price is ambitious for a used Origin Live Systemdek IV, sitting well above the typical AUD market range of A$530 to A$680 (derived from the $350–$450 USD range without a cartridge) and flagged as above market by StereoNET radar data. While the listing claims excellent condition, the price exceeds the 75th percentile for this model, making it a seller’s market ask rather than a buyer’s bargain unless it includes a high-quality cartridge or original accessories that add significant value.
The Systemdek IV remains well-regarded for its rigid, low-resonance chassis and precise bearing, delivering clean, dynamic playback that rivals many modern budget tables. Its simple, robust design means fewer failure points, and original-owner units in excellent condition are increasingly rare in the used market. If this listing includes the dust cover, a known-good cartridge, and the original belt, the A$800 price becomes more justifiable—but without those, a buyer should negotiate toward the A$600 range or look for a better deal.
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Origin Live traces its roots to 1986 in Southampton, UK, when audio enthusiast Mark Baker, a former warship designer, founded the company initially as Cable Design in his garage. The debut product was a pioneering solid-core hi-fi cable, followed swiftly by equipment supports and a name change to Origin Live—evoking the goal of hearing the original source as played live. Over three decades, it evolved from humble tinkering into a dedicated factory operation with CNC machinery and skilled staff, exporting to over 40 countries.
The brand excels in analog replay, renowned for high-performance turntables like the Voyager series and Aurora Mark II, alongside innovative tonearms such as the MkV range with multi-layer counterweights for superior vibration control. It also offers phono stages, speaker stands, platforms, upgrades, and select loudspeakers including the Astute model, emphasizing in-house design for musical fidelity over mass production.
Positioned as a niche boutique in the high-end hi-fi market, Origin Live commands respect among vinyl purists for its award-winning products—from early Hi-Fi Choice triumphs to ongoing acclaim in publications like Analog Planet and Stereo Times. While not a household name like Rega, its distinctive, ambitious analog focus appeals to discerning buyers seeking authentic, live-like sound reproduction.
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