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Michell Engineering GYRODEC SE Turntable As new Gyrodec SE with original box books and accessories Comes with standard armboard and SME armboard ,As new bought from Hey Now Hifi 2 months ago Comes with Solidair upgraded feet and armboard isolation kit Condition: As New / Mint Payment Method: EFT CASH Region/State: (VIC) Victoria/Australia By Richo72 2 Comments AUD $4,500 Date: November 5, 20241 yr
This is a fair-to-good deal: at A$4,500, it sits comfortably below the A$5,409 median and also under the A$6,400 75th percentile for recent comparable AUD listings. It is not a screaming bargain versus the A$3,788 25th percentile, but it is priced in the attractive part of the market for a like-new example.
That makes it interesting because the gyro-pod Michell design is well regarded for speed stability, low noise, and a very “sorted” rhythmic presentation once properly set up. In like-new condition, the main upside is getting a high-end suspended deck without paying top-of-market money; just make sure the suspension is intact, the armboard/package is complete, and any original box, cover, or accessories are included, since those matter more on resale than on the sound itself.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Michell Engineering, a British hi-fi icon, traces its roots to 1966 when engineer John Michell founded the company in the UK, initially crafting scale models for films like 2001: A Space Odyssey and precision components for local firms. Building on an apprenticeship in the early 1950s, Michell's Borehamwood workshop soon expanded, taking on turntable parts for Transcriptor in 1969 and assuming full production of their Hydraulic Reference model by 1973. The pivotal 1977 launch of the Michell Reference Electronic Turntable marked its entry into audio, cementing a heritage of innovative engineering that persists today in a Hertfordshire facility.
The brand focuses squarely on high-end analog playback, renowned for precision turntables like the legendary GyroDec—first produced in 1982—and the flagship Orbe, alongside tonearms, cartridges, power supplies, and the iconic record clamp invented by John Michell. Every component, sourced from UK subcontractors except European motors, is hand-assembled with an emphasis on longevity and serviceability, shunning mass production for traditional craftsmanship.
Michell occupies a niche boutique position in the high-end market, cherished by vinyl enthusiasts for its unwavering British purity and refusal of overseas cost-cutting. Decades of refinement have earned it a cult following among discerning audiophiles, where GyroDec models remain staples, blending vintage appeal with modern upgrades for those prioritizing sonic authenticity over fleeting trends.
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