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Lyra Etna Phono Cartridge (MC) Further Information: Posting with permission from admin to help sell Smp’s audio products/estate. Extremely low hours – see attached report. We estimate this was purchased early 2015. It was professionally mounted to a Kuzma 4-point arm onto a Clearaudio Innovation turntable (for sale soon). Apologies for the limited iPhone images, however the report together with stylus photo gives a clear indication of its condition. From Smp’s family Hopefully we’ve covered everything in this post, but please feel free to ask any questions and we will endeavour to reply
What are you really buying at AUD 4,900? Against your own comp set, this is far below the 25th percentile of AUD 14,276 and miles under the median of AUD 14,288, so it reads as a strong bargain rather than a fair-price listing.
That makes it worth a serious look if it’s complete and working properly. This model is well regarded for its resolving, clean presentation and serious musicality, and at this price the upside is obvious if it’s been cared for, ideally with original packaging, stylus history, and any included accessories. The only real caveat is condition: with a premium analog front end, service history and setup details matter, so I’d want to confirm low hours, no damage, and a clean arm/bearing behavior before jumping.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Lyra Analog emerged from a visionary collaboration among three audio pioneers: American designer Jonathan Carr, Japanese master-craftsman Yoshinori Mishima, and Norwegian business leader Stig Bjørge. Founded in Japan, the brand embodies a commitment to original engineering and artisanal precision, with all products hand-built from the ground up under meticulous supervision. This heritage reflects Japan's revered tradition of craftsmanship, prioritizing long-lasting transducers that push analog playback boundaries.
The brand specializes exclusively in high-end phono cartridges, such as the acclaimed Delos, Kleos, Atlas, and SPT models. These moving-coil designs extract unparalleled texture, transparency, and dynamic contrast from vinyl records, delivering immersive emotional depth. Lyra avoids broader categories like amplifiers, speakers, or headphones, focusing instead on transducers that redefine analog fidelity through innovative materials and construction.
Positioned firmly in the ultra-high-end market, Lyra commands reverence among audiophiles and vinyl enthusiasts for its industry-leading advances and limited availability. Crafted to be among the finest in their class, these cartridges appeal to discerning collectors seeking maximum revelation from analog sources, blending cutting-edge design with Japanese build quality that ensures enduring performance.
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