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Still in boxes. Never used. 2 BoxesPrice is per turntable.$300 per turntable
At US$300, this is a fair buy rather than the bargain alternative to a new entry-level deck: it sits below the US$329 median for 24 comparable used listings, but above the US$243 25th percentile. It makes sense if the condition is good and the essentials are included, though there is no obvious pricing coup.
The appeal is a robust, quartz-controlled direct-drive platform with adjustable anti-skate, 33/45/78 rpm operation, a capable AT-VM95E cartridge, switchable phono preamp, and USB output for digitizing records. It is unusually versatile for a used turntable and easy to integrate with either an amplifier or powered speakers. At this price, confirm the dust cover, counterweight, headshell, RCA and USB cables are present, and check speed stability, tonearm lift, cartridge wear, and that the built-in preamp switches cleanly.
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Founded in 1962 in Tokyo's Shinjuku district by Hideo Matsushita, Audio-Technica began as a phonograph cartridge specialist, launching the innovative AT-1 moving-magnet model with a diamond-tipped cantilever that revolutionized affordable high-fidelity playback. Starting with just three employees in a rented house and one million yen in capital, the company quickly expanded, supplying cartridges to Japanese audio manufacturers and relocating as demand surged. This heritage of precision engineering and democratic access to superior sound defines its enduring Japanese craftsmanship.
Audio-Technica has broadened far beyond cartridges into a comprehensive lineup of hi-fi essentials, excelling in headphones, professional microphones, turntables, and phonographic styli. While not heavily focused on amplifiers, speakers, or DACs, it produces elite receivers, wireless systems, and cables, alongside OEM transducers and sensors for pro audio. Its turntables and headphones span entry-level to audiophile grades, with Bluetooth and noise-cancelling models bridging consumer and studio needs.
Renowned for delivering exceptional value through durable, innovative design, Audio-Technica occupies a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, prized by enthusiasts for reliability without extravagant pricing. It garners consistent awards for performance and builds trust via Olympic-grade microphones and global subsidiaries, appealing to discerning buyers seeking proven engineering over boutique exclusivity.
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