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Pioneer Exclusive P3 in excellent condition. Functions as it should. It comes with the weights, S arm, straight arm and headshell.
This is a fair ask, maybe even a bit friendly if the deck is complete and clean. For an Exclusive P3, US$5,200 sits below the more visible US$6,400–US$6,500 recent asking range and also under the roughly US$7,000–US$7,500 Japan-market level noted by one seller, so it does not read as an inflated number for this model.
The appeal here is the engineering and the aura: this is one of Pioneer’s flagship-era statement decks, with serious build quality and the kind of speed stability and presentation that make these still sought after. At this price, the real value is in originality, cosmetics, and whether the arm, dust cover, feet, and all drive-related parts are intact; if it’s been serviced and is complete, it’s a strong enthusiast buy rather than a curiosity piece.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Pioneer traces its roots to 1937 in Tokyo, Japan, when founder Nozomu Matsumoto, inspired by the thrill of imported hi-fi speakers, developed the A-8 dynamic speaker and launched a radio and speaker repair shop. The business formalized as Fukuin Shokai Denki Seisakusho in 1938, evolving into Pioneer Corporation and embodying Matsumoto's philosophy of "Move the Heart and Touch the Soul" through audio innovation.
The brand excels across diverse hi-fi categories, pioneering Japan's first headphones in 1960 with the SE-1 and the world's first component-based stereo system in 1965 via the PSC-5A. Pioneer's portfolio spans amplifiers, speakers, turntables, and DACs, alongside landmark car audio advancements like the 1975 Supertuner-equipped stereo and the 1986 in-car CD player, blending home and automotive excellence.
Today, Pioneer holds a commanding mid-to-high-tier position in the market, revered for reliable, performance-driven gear that balances premium quality with accessibility. Its vintage components attract collectors, while current offerings appeal to discerning buyers seeking robust, innovative sound reproduction without boutique excess.
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