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Offered is „Pierre Lurné Audiomeca J4 mit SL5 Tonarm“ by Audiomeca as second-hand device from the category „Record Player complete“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 2371219152 ends on 05.11.2026 at 15:53 o'clock.
This is a seller’s market for a Pierre Lurne/Audiomeca arm, and €5,900 looks ambitious rather than fair. The best hard datapoint I found is a prior used ask around €4,380 for a matching Audiomeca/Pierre Lurne setup with the arm, while forum chatter has placed the arm itself in the roughly €1,500–€2,000 used zone; that puts €5,900 well above normal used territory for the arm on its own.
That said, this is a respected, well-made tonearm family with a real following for its smooth tracking, musical drive, and pairing well with serious analog front ends. If the listing includes the right mounting hardware, original box, and a genuinely clean, serviced example, it can still be a compelling piece for a collector or a specific compatible deck—but at this price, buyers should confirm completeness and condition very carefully before paying up.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Audiomeca emerged from France in 1979, founded by Pierre Lurne, a visionary engineer who designed his first tonearm at age 20 in 1968. Lurne's early work included collaborations with Goldmund, manufacturing the straight-line tracking T3 tonearm in 1981 and designing the Studietto turntable in 1983, before launching his own J1 model in 1987. This heritage rooted the brand in meticulous analog engineering, emphasizing simplicity and precision amid the rise of digital audio.
The company specializes in high-end turntables and tonearms, such as the iconic J1, J4, Romance with its Romeo arm, and later models like the Mephisto. While primarily analog-focused, Audiomeca ventured into electronics like the Damnation CD transport and outsourced amplification to Japan, showcasing innovative, user-friendly designs that even CD enthusiasts could assemble quickly.
Audiomeca holds a niche boutique position in the high-end audiophile market, revered by vinyl purists for its French craftsmanship and rarity. Recently acquired by Primaluna's Herman van den Dungen, it maintains cult status among collectors, blending vintage appeal with enduring performance in an elite field.
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