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Description:Magnificent vintage ELAC Miraphon 210 turntable in excellent working condition. A true Mid-Century Modern gem housed in an elegant wood cabinet with a teak finish and Scandinavian aesthetic.Condition: Fully working order.Power: Compatible with both 110V and 220V.Connectivity: Supplied with a 5-pin DIN cable and includes an RCA adapter.Power Plug: Equipped with a standard European / Polish plug.Style: Timeless design in teak wood, ideal for retro, vintage, or Scandinavian home decor.
Timing matters here because this is a vintage belt-drive deck from an older ELAC line, so you’re judging survivorship and completeness more than model-year hype. At US$269, the ask looks fair-to-strong rather than cheap: recent used sightings for this model have clustered around roughly US$220-US$380, with occasional higher asks for especially nice examples, so this sits near the middle of the normal range.
That makes it a sensible buy if the platter spins quietly, speed is stable, and the arm bearings are clean. The Miraphon 210 is appealing because ELAC’s older turntables are well-built, easy to live with, and can sound very musical when serviced and paired with a good cartridge. A clean, working example with the dust cover, headshell, and original parts is the real upside here; if any of those are missing, or if it needs a full mechanical refresh, the value drops fast.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Elac, a cornerstone of German audio engineering, traces its origins to September 1, 1926, when Electroacustic GmbH was founded in Kiel by Dr. Heinrich Hecht, Dr. Wilhelm Rudolph, and Gerhard Schmidt. Initially focused on sonar technology and underwater acoustics for maritime applications, the company peaked at 5,000 employees during World War II, supplying the Kriegsmarine. Postwar restrictions pivoted it toward consumer goods like sewing machines and radios, while distributing brands such as Sony, Fisher, and Nakamichi in Germany. By 1978, it divested its nautical division to concentrate on hi-fi, with Austrian CEO Wolfgang John taking the helm in 1981 to steer its modern trajectory.
Elac excels primarily in loudspeakers, renowned for innovations like the 1985 4Pi omnidirectional tweeter and the JET folded-ribbon tweeter, which deliver exceptional dispersion and clarity. Its portfolio spans high-end floorstanders, bookshelves, and compact systems across series like Vela, Solano, and Debut, alongside turntables such as the Miracord lineup, subwoofers, and electronics including amplifiers and DACs. This broad yet speaker-centric range caters to discerning setups from entry-level to reference-grade.
Positioned as a high-end mainstay with mid-tier accessibility, Elac commands respect among audiophiles for its precise German engineering, balancing value and performance without chasing boutique exclusivity. Under John's enduring leadership, it sustains a reputation for dynamic, transparent sound that rivals elite competitors, appealing to knowledgeable buyers seeking timeless quality over fleeting trends.
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