Pioneer PL-115D Auto Return Turntable
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- US
- Source
- Reverb
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Completely refurbished, serviced and very clean! This classic Pioneer has been thoroughly cleaned, lubed, balanced and aligned. New belt included... tracks perfectly at 33 or 45 RPM and ultra quiet. Auto return functions as it should without issue.The original dust cover is included and polished to a beautiful shine. Note crack near right hand hinge professionally repaired via chemical bonding... barely noticeable from the from the front. The price has been reduced due to the dust cover repair. New vinyl veneer finishes this unit out beautifully! The Audio Technica AT11E cartridge has been fitted with a new ATS11E nude elliptical stylus. Tests good and plays exceptionally!Don't let this one get away!!Description (from Vinyl Engine): The PL-115D is a precision turntable solution for the audiophile who seeks key automatic functions along with outstanding tonal quality from record reproduction. The PL-115D is durable, quiet and crafted with typically long life Pioneer workmanship. Features include a speed detecting auto-return mechanism that returns it's tonearm to rest smoothly even with a warped record, a sensitive S-shaped pipe arm with anti-skating device, and a howling free floating cabinet constructed free of resonance. Specifications: Type: auto-return turntableDrive method: belt driveMotor: 4-pole synchronousSpeeds: 33 and 45rpmWow and flutter: 0.07%WRMS Signal to noise ratio: more than 50dBPlatter: 300mm aluminium die-castTonearm: static balance type, pipe arm (s-shaped)Effective length: 221mmOverhang: 15.5mmUsable cartridge weight: 4 to 10gDimensions: 440 x 362 x 159 mm / 17.3 x 14.25 x 6.25 inWeight: 6 kg. / 13.25 lbs.
This is an ambitious ask: at US$390, it sits well above the US$196 median and even above the US$454 75th percentile only slightly below, so it’s not a bargain and needs real condition or provenance to justify the price. In other words, this is a premium ask for a common vintage table, not a casual buy.
What makes it worth considering is the strong reputation of the 115D line for simple, reliable belt-drive performance, easy setup, and the kind of steady, musical presentation that vintage Pioneer decks are loved for. If it’s clean, fully working, and includes the dust cover, headshell, and a healthy cartridge, the value improves a lot; if not, the price leaves little room for repairs or a full service.
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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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