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Offered is „Melto 1 Röhren Phonovorverstärker“ by LAB12 from the category „Phono Amplifier“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 0953596629 ends on 24.11.2026 at 09:33 o'clock.
Condition “good” makes this look like a solid buy at €1,275, and it lands just under the €1,277 25th percentile for recent comparables, so this is a genuine bargain rather than merely fair. Against a €1,289 median and €1,483 75th percentile, the asking price is nicely placed for a well-kept example.
This is a respected tube phono stage with MM/MC flexibility, adjustable loading, and the sort of refined, full-bodied presentation that suits vinyl systems built to the standard of the rest of the chain. If it’s complete and functioning cleanly, the upside here is strong; at this level I’d mainly confirm the tubes, any included accessories, and that the settings and channels behave quietly, because the price already looks buyer-friendly.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Lab 12 is a Greek hi-fi brand founded in 2012 by Stratos Vichos in Athens, with a clear identity built around handmade tube electronics. The company was established to make valve gear feel more usable and less precious than the old stereotype of temperamental, obscure tube audio.
Its core product focus is tube amplification: integrated amplifiers, power amplifiers, preamps, phono stages, and DACs. Available coverage and dealer listings point to a catalogue centered on models like the Integre4, Mighty, and DAC1 Reference, which reinforces that Lab 12 is primarily an electronics brand rather than one spanning speakers, turntables, headphones, or cables.
In the market, Lab 12 sits in the high-end niche boutique segment. It is known for artisanal construction, valve-based designs, and a slightly adventurous engineering identity that appeals to experienced listeners who want something distinctive rather than mainstream. It is not a mass-market brand, and its reputation is strongest among enthusiasts looking for serious, characterful tube hi-fi with a European boutique pedigree.
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