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Luxman PD272 Direct Drive Turntable for Repair or Parts.IMPORTANT: The turntable is being sold strictly for parts.The wooden base has scratches, and the top cover also has some scratches. The power cord is damaged/broken, so the unit could not be powered on or tested. The acrylic dust-cover hinges show signs of rust/corrosion. The turntable does not include a stylus, and the tonearm rest/base is missing a piece needed to properly support and secure the tonearm.This unit is being sold strictly for repair or parts, exactly as described and shown in the photographs. We do not know what internal damage or additional issues the unit may have, and we cannot be held responsible for any internal defects or damage that may be discovered during repair. Sold as-is, with no guarantees or warranties, exactly as shown in the photos and described in this listing.The Turntable is located in a Warehouse in Miami FL 33166.ABOUT SHIPPING: Our shipping process works like this: we pay a warehouse who is in charge of making the shipments safely. All orders are processed from Monday to friday. Then we proceed to attach the tracking to the box and photos will be sent to you so you can see the tracking on the box. Subsequently, the Pick-Up request will be made to FedEx. It is important for you to know that this process in which FedEx picks up the box at the warehouse can last from 24 to 120 hours during the working week (from monday to friday). When FedEx picks up the box you will be notified immediately since from that moment your order is on its way to your address.The shipment will be made only through FedEx Ground or FedEx Home. Only sold in the local US marketReturns are not accepted. Only sold in the local US market.The box number is 86ASHIPPING USA• FedEx Ground 60$ (It takes around 4 to 7 days to deliver the package)Ask any questions you may have and we will kindly respond
The age of this one matters: the PD-272 is a late-70s direct-drive Luxman, so you’re buying a solid vintage deck rather than something with modern convenience, and the replacement-market context is mostly about condition and service history. At US$345, it looks fair to slightly good versus recent used asking prices that commonly sit around US$300–US$500, with nicer or restored examples pushing toward US$500+.
What makes it worthwhile is the combination of Luxman build, reliable direct-drive performance, and a well-liked arm/chassis package that has enough quality to anchor a serious vintage system. If it’s complete with dust cover, headshell, and a stable speed check, this is the kind of deck that can be a very satisfying buy; the main caveat is that age-related servicing and missing accessories can quickly erode value, so those details matter more than cosmetics here.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Luxman traces its origins to 1925 in Osaka, Japan, when brothers T. Hayakawa and K. Yoshikawa launched a radio equipment division within their Kinsuido picture frame import business, coinciding with Japan's inaugural radio broadcast. Initially importing components, the company soon pivoted to in-house manufacturing of transformers and switches, birthing the Luxman brand and establishing it as one of Japan's oldest electronic component makers. This heritage of precision engineering has endured through ownership shifts, including stints with Alpine and Samsung, before returning to Japanese hands in the early 2000s under dedicated Luxman Corporation.
The brand specializes in luxury high-end audio components, with a storied emphasis on amplifiers—both integrated and power models—preamplifiers, and receivers renowned for their warm, detailed sound. Luxman also produces turntables, CD players, tape decks, and speakers, alongside modern digital offerings like DACs, all handcrafted in Japan with custom parts and dual-mono designs for ultimate fidelity.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Luxman commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its timeless aesthetics, uncompromising build quality, and sonic refinement that bridges vintage warmth with cutting-edge performance. Classics like the 1970s CL-32 preamp and 1980s L-507 integrated amplifier fuel its collector appeal, while contemporary lines reaffirm its status as a boutique benchmark for those seeking "Ultimate Fidelity since 1925."
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