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I would rate this turntable excellent - it is in excellent working order and was serviced in July, 2026. However, because the acrylic cover has a broken piece out of the back, I have downgraded the condition to Good to reflect this flaw. See last few pictures showing the broken piece and hinge. DescriptionThe Pioneer model PL-A45D combines studio quality performance with the operational ease of a fully automatic.Simply flick the function lever to start once, and the tonearm will be automatically moved over and lowered onto the record, and at the end of the disc, will return automatically to it's rest.One touch cut and repeat features let you interrupt and repeat any record freely.SpecificationsMotor: 4-pole synchronous motorDrive: Belt drivenSpeed: two speeds, 33.33 and 45rpmSpeed accuracy: 1% or lessWow and flutter: 0.1% WRMSSignal to noise ratio: 47dB or more
This is a fair ask at US$300: it sits exactly at the median of your recent comparable USD listings, with both the 25th and 75th percentiles also at US$300, so the market signal is basically flat rather than bargain or ambitious. For a clean example, that makes it a sensible buy if the unit is complete and functioning as it should.
The draw here is the PL-A45D’s reputation as a well-made vintage direct-drive deck with solid speed stability and a straightforward, user-friendly layout. If the tonearm, auto-return, platter, and dust cover are all present and working, there’s real upside in a dependable daily-listener table; at this price, condition and service history matter more than speculation.
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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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