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Offered is „AFI Flat Duo Schallplatten Temperer - Bügelmaschine - Bügler“ by AFI Audio Fidelity Improvement as new device from the category „Record flattener“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 1703636755 ends on 29.10.2026 at 18:41 o'clock.
New, this looks firmly above the usual used market: at €2,190 it sits just over the €2,179 75th percentile and a touch above the €2,153 median, so I’d call it slightly ambitious rather than a bargain. It’s not wildly out of line, but it isn’t priced like a quick win either.
That said, this kind of record-cleaning gear can be worth paying for if it’s truly clean, complete, and working properly. The upside is in condition and convenience: these machines are niche, save a lot of time, and the better examples tend to hold interest because they’re hard to source locally. At this price, I’d want evidence of full function, tidy mechanical condition, and any included fluid, clamp, or accessories to be sure the premium is justified.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Fidelity Research emerged from Tokyo in 1964, founded by Isamu Ikeda amid Japan's postwar audio boom. The company quickly established itself as a precision engineering powerhouse, focusing on analog playback components during the golden age of vinyl. Operating until around 1984, it embodied the meticulous craftsmanship that defined high-end Japanese hi-fi, with designs that prioritized sonic purity and mechanical innovation.
The brand specialized in moving-coil (MC) phono cartridges and tonearms, earning acclaim for models like the MC-202 cartridge and the iconic FR-64 and FR-66 series. These products featured advanced materials such as stainless steel and specialized alloys, delivering exceptional tracking, detail retrieval, and dynamics. While not venturing into amplifiers, speakers, or digital gear like DACs, Fidelity Research honed a narrow but masterful niche in turntable essentials.
Today, Fidelity Research holds vintage-collector status among discerning audiophiles, revered for its high-end analog prowess. Once priced at premiums like $495 for top tonearms, its gear commands cult following in the used market, prized for timeless transparency and build quality that rivals modern boutique offerings. For vinyl enthusiasts seeking uncompromised heritage, it remains a benchmark.
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