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New in Box but i'm not a dealer! Extremely Rare to find a New Never used one of these very limited edition, Shibata Super needle (Stylus) in the Original packaging and the Original box from the Early 1980's! Ships 3-Day Priority Mail and within 72 hours when payment clears Monday through Thursday. If payment clears Friday, Saturday and Sunday, ships no later than the following Tuesday. The price is firm unless you bundle and purchase the AT20SS cartridge ALSO LISTED HERE ON REVERB. Then, I'll give you a reduced price for both and ship them together! Thanks!
This is an ambitious ask: at US$400, it sits above the US$365 75th percentile and well past the US$240 median for recent comparable listings. It is not outrageous if the stylus is truly new-old-stock and genuinely scarce, but it is priced like a premium collectible rather than a routine used buy.
The appeal here is obvious to Audio-Technica fans: a top-tier stylus in untouched box condition can be a real score if you need the exact fit and want to avoid worn aftermarket options. The upside is strongest if the seller can prove authenticity, storage history, and that the cantilever/tip are pristine; with rare styli, condition and originality matter more than the usual cosmetics.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Founded in 1962 in Tokyo's Shinjuku district by Hideo Matsushita, Audio-Technica began as a phonograph cartridge specialist, launching the innovative AT-1 moving-magnet model with a diamond-tipped cantilever that revolutionized affordable high-fidelity playback. Starting with just three employees in a rented house and one million yen in capital, the company quickly expanded, supplying cartridges to Japanese audio manufacturers and relocating as demand surged. This heritage of precision engineering and democratic access to superior sound defines its enduring Japanese craftsmanship.
Audio-Technica has broadened far beyond cartridges into a comprehensive lineup of hi-fi essentials, excelling in headphones, professional microphones, turntables, and phonographic styli. While not heavily focused on amplifiers, speakers, or DACs, it produces elite receivers, wireless systems, and cables, alongside OEM transducers and sensors for pro audio. Its turntables and headphones span entry-level to audiophile grades, with Bluetooth and noise-cancelling models bridging consumer and studio needs.
Renowned for delivering exceptional value through durable, innovative design, Audio-Technica occupies a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, prized by enthusiasts for reliability without extravagant pricing. It garners consistent awards for performance and builds trust via Olympic-grade microphones and global subsidiaries, appealing to discerning buyers seeking proven engineering over boutique exclusivity.
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