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Offered is „Transrotor Fat Bob S TMD mit Transrotor / SME 3500 Tonarm / Dr. Fuß Netzteil / Neuer Motor“ by Transrotor as second-hand device from the category „Record Player, Tone Arm, System...“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 8152855668 ends on 04.12.2026 at 19:48 o'clock.
Compared with the obvious alternative of buying a newer deck at this money, €3,980 is ambitious for a used Fat Bob S: it sits well above the recent comparable median of €2,474 and exceeds the €3,227 75th-percentile mark. Unless this example includes a particularly desirable tonearm, TMD upgrade, or substantial accessories, the seller is testing the top of the market rather than offering a bargain.
That said, the Fat Bob S remains a serious, well-regarded mass-loaded design. Its heavy aluminium platter, externally mounted motor, excellent isolation from resonance, and flexible provision for 9-inch, 12-inch, or even dual tonearms give it real long-term appeal. It is known for stable timing, controlled bass, and a composed presentation. At this asking price, insist on immaculate condition, complete power supply and clamp, verified bearing and motor operation, and meaningful arm or upgrade content; otherwise, negotiating toward the mid-€3,000s would be sensible.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Transrotor traces its roots to 1971 in Bergisch Gladbach, Germany, where Jochen Räke founded the company after importing British turntables like the iconic Transcriptor Hydraulic Reference—famously featured in Stanley Kubrick's A Clockwork Orange. Initially partnering with Michell Engineering for early models such as the 1976 Transrotor AC, Räke blended British design flair with German engineering precision. Production fully shifted to Germany by 1986 with the Connoisseur, marking full independence, and the family-run business under son Dirk Räke upholds this heritage today, even restoring vintage Transcriptors.
The brand specializes exclusively in high-end turntables, crafting precision instruments renowned for their massive, resonance-damping plinths, sophisticated suspension systems, and bespoke components. Models like the Massimo Nero exemplify this focus, prioritizing analog playback purity over diversification into amplifiers, speakers, or digital sources.
Transrotor occupies a niche boutique position in the ultra-high-end market, celebrated among audiophiles for "Made in Germany" excellence, sustainability, and timeless performance. As Germany's oldest turntable maker, it appeals to discerning collectors and vinyl enthusiasts seeking heirloom-quality decks that stand apart from mass-market fare.
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