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How's it going! You're looking at a Vintage 1970s Pioneer PL-A35 Fully Automatic Stereo Turntable!Made in the 70s in Japan, this classic Pioneer PL-A35 fully automatic belt-drive turntable stems from the golden era of Japanese audio engineering. Housed in a gorgeous walnut wood veneer plinth, this high-fidelity record player pairs vintage aesthetic charm with excellent analog performance. It features a heavy-duty platter, a balanced S-shaped tonearm, and convenient fully automatic start, stop, and return mechanics. The unit has been upgraded with a modern Audio-Technica AT-VM95E cartridge and elliptical stylus, which tracks beautifully, delivers crisp stereo separation, and allows for effortless future needle upgrades. This is a dedicated 120V / 60Hz North American model and comes exceptionally clean, featuring all original factory badging and its original smoke-tinted dust cover. Cosmetically, this turntable is in great condition showing minimal wear aside from a crack on the back right of the dust cover whic has been properly repaired and remains solid. Functionally, this turntable has been tested and is in full working order. It comes with a carbon fiber cleaner brush to keep your vinyl dust-free, as well as a vintage BSR-compatible ceramic replacement cartridge. Built like a tank and visually striking, this turntable is ready to plug into your phono stage and serve as the centerpiece of your vinyl setup. The listed shipping policy ships predominantly to 48 states (Alaska & Hawaii are excluded). However, if you are in either of the Excluded States, any US Territories, or an International buyer from anywhere else in the world- Please inquire if you want to purchase the listed item above. We DO ship worldwide, but if you are not in the 48 States, our listed shipping price is subject to change. We get good rates and can give you a shipping quote! Feel free to reach out to us and we'll work something out!Thanks for looking! Please check out our store for more great deals and cool finds!
The condition is listed as unknown, so USD 295 is a fair-to-slightly-strong asking price rather than an automatic bargain. It sits above the comparable median of USD 198 but below the 75th percentile of USD 447; without proof that it is serviced and fully operational, the price needs careful checking.
The PL-A35 is a nicely built early-1970s belt-drive deck with a stable synchronous motor, capable S-shaped arm, and genuinely useful full automation. It can deliver an enjoyable, focused sound while retaining the convenience of cueing, repeat, and automatic return. Before buying, confirm that 33/45 rpm are steady, the belt is healthy, the arm lift and auto-return work, and both channels pass cleanly. Age-related dried lubrication, worn belts, foam buffers, and sticky mechanisms are the meaningful risks—not reasons to walk away, but reasons to negotiate if unserviced.
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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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