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Te koop: set van 5 unieke nos/nib mullard/philips ecc82 (12au7) buizen, geproduceerd bij mullard blackburn, engeland in 1966 en alle met dezelfde productiecode gf2 b6c5 bijzonder aan deze set is dat z
€499 is well above the usual used-market level here: against your database anchor, it’s far past the €131 75th percentile and sits in clearly ambitious territory rather than fair value. Unless this is an especially rare, fully serviced, or unusually complete example, the asking price looks steep for a Philips turntable.
That said, Philips vintage decks can be solid, musical buys when they’re original, working, and properly sorted, with the appeal often coming from clean automation, good build, and an easy-to-live-with presentation. At this level, the buyer should want proof of full operation, cartridge/stylus condition, platter speed stability, and any included dust cover or accessories before paying up.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Founded in Eindhoven, Netherlands, in 1891 by Gerard Philips, an engineer, and his father Frederik, a banker, Philips began as a modest light bulb manufacturer, quickly evolving into a global electronics powerhouse through relentless innovation. The brothers' early focus on quality incandescent lamps laid the groundwork for expansion into radios, televisions, and audio milestones like the 1963 compact cassette and the 1982 Compact Disc co-developed with Sony. This heritage of pioneering formats that reshaped home entertainment cements Philips as a cornerstone of 20th-century audio history.
Philips has long excelled in consumer audio categories, from vintage turntables and cassette decks to amplifiers, speakers, and complete hi-fi systems, often blending cutting-edge tech with practical design. Iconic products like the first CD player (CD-100) and early wireless Streamium systems highlight their prowess in optical media, portable recording, and integrated sound solutions, while forays into headphones and even acquiring Marantz underscored a broad portfolio.
Today, Philips occupies a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, prized by savvy buyers for reliable, value-driven performance rather than ultra-high-end exotica. No longer a full-spectrum electronics giant—having pivoted to health tech—its licensed audio branding delivers competent, innovation-rooted gear that's accessible yet evocative of golden-era nostalgia, appealing to both modern enthusiasts and vintage collectors.
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