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Yamaha P-450 FG Servo Full Automatic Stereo Turntable Record Player Japan READRecord player is in good used condition, but has not been fully tested by myself personally. When the player is plugged in, the platter begins to spin, and the tone arm starts moving towards it when the play button is pressed. It doesn’t seem to make it all the way over to the platter though, and I’m not sure if that’s just due to the way it’s balanced with the adjustments along the arm of the mechanism. This player will need a new needle as well, as the one that’s on there currently seems like it didn’t stand up to the test of time. Record player is in nice shape cosmetically, showing minimal signs of age-related wear around the exterior. No notable points of damage inflicted along any edge or face of the unit plastic housing or control interface. In addition to the issues mentioned above, the dust cover is missing one of the two spring clips that keep it attached to the base. The one that’s included has a small amount of damage to the plastic, but is still functional. See all pictures closely for details of condition, and specifications of the item. I specialize in shipping electronics such as this, and can guarantee that every precaution will be taken to ensure safe delivery of your purchase. Message me with any questions or concerns you may have. FREE SHIPPING ONLY TO THE LOWER 48 STATESWell established eBay seller just getting started on Reverb!
Yamaha’s P-450 FG Servo sits in the sweet spot of Yamaha’s better late-era automatic decks: competent, convenient, and usually appealing to buyers who want a reliable full-auto table without paying boutique money. At US$199, this is below the US$229 median and well inside the typical used market, so it reads as a fair-to-good buy rather than a bargain-basement steal.
What makes it worth a look is the combination of Yamaha build quality, full automation, and the easy daily-use factor that keeps these tables attractive decades later. If it’s genuinely clean and complete, the upside is mainly convenience and solid core performance, especially for someone who values a well-engineered Japanese deck over flash. Because it’s marked READ, confirm the exact fault, platter/mat, headshell, dust cover, and that auto functions actually cycle properly before buying.
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Yamaha stands as one of the world's most storied audio manufacturers, with roots extending far beyond consumer electronics. Founded in 1887 by Torakusu Yamaha in Hamamatsu, Japan, the company began as a reed organ manufacturer before expanding into pianos and eventually becoming a comprehensive musical instrument maker. This deep heritage in acoustics and materials science would prove foundational to its later audio ventures. The company operated under its original name, Nippon Gakki Co., Ltd., until 1987, when it was renamed Yamaha Corporation in honor of its centennial.
Yamaha's entry into high-fidelity audio proved transformative for the industry itself. In 1954, the company released the Yamaha Hi-Fi Player, widely recognized as the world's first audio component to bear the "Hi-Fi" designation in its name. The company subsequently built a comprehensive product portfolio spanning amplifiers—beginning with the acclaimed A-100 in 1960—speakers, turntables, and digital audio equipment. The NS-1000 speakers, introduced in 1974 with beryllium drivers, became iconic reference monitors. Yamaha also pioneered digital audio technology, shipping the world's first CD recorder in 1988.
Today, Yamaha occupies a distinctive position as a mid-to-high-end generalist rather than a niche specialist. The brand commands respect among both casual listeners and serious audiophiles, balancing accessibility with genuine engineering credibility. Its reputation rests on six decades of consistent innovation, proven reliability, and the unique advantage of applying musical instrument expertise to audio reproduction. Vintage Yamaha components remain highly sought by collectors, while current products maintain the brand's tradition of delivering performance and durability across multiple price tiers.
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