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Offered is „EAR 834P Tim Paravicini Phono Preamp mit TELEFUNKEN Röhren“ by EAR Yoshino as second-hand device from the category „Phono Amplifier“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 7993760436 ends on 20.12.2026 at 15:10 o'clock.
The EAR Yoshino 834P is a genuinely notable classic: a compact valve phono stage with unusually capable MM and MC options. At €1,380, though, this example is clearly ambitious against the supplied market: recent comparable asking prices centre on €1,185, with the upper quartile at €1,250. It is €130 above even that 75th-percentile figure, so the premium needs a compelling explanation.
The attraction is its spacious, finely resolved presentation, liquid midband, strong dynamics, and transformer-coupled MC input, with three ECC83/12AX7 valves making tube rolling straightforward. It remains a very engaging partner for serious analogue systems, especially with MM or moderate-output MC cartridges. At this price, look for exceptional cosmetic condition, fresh reputable valves, original packaging, and documented servicing; otherwise, negotiation toward roughly €1,150–€1,250 would make more sense.
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EAR Yoshino: Editorial Brand Description
Esoteric Audio Research was founded in England in 1976 by designer Tim de Paravicini, launching with the EAR 509, a 100-watt valve monoblock power amplifier that balanced performance, reliability, and cost—a philosophy that continues to define the brand today. De Paravicini's career spans decades of audio innovation, including formative work at Lux Corporation in Japan during the 1970s, where he developed acclaimed pre/power amplifier combinations and custom valve designs. Yoshino Ltd. was established in 1994 to manufacture de Paravicini's designs under the EAR Yoshino banner, combining his English engineering heritage with Japanese manufacturing precision.
The brand specializes in valve-based audio electronics, with a product range spanning integrated amplifiers, preamplifiers, and power amplifiers. Notable designs include the iconic EAR 834P phono preamplifier series, the V12 and V20 integrated amplifiers, and the 912 preamplifier. More recently, EAR Yoshino has ventured into hybrid solid-state designs, such as the 834T integrated amplifier, while maintaining the company's core commitment to valve technology and unconventional circuit architecture.
EAR Yoshino occupies the high-end luxury segment of the hi-fi market, with products commanding premium prices that reflect meticulous design and hand-built construction. The brand has accumulated numerous awards across multiple product categories and maintains a strong global reputation among discerning audiophiles who prioritize sonic excellence and engineering integrity. De Paravicini's legendary status as a designer, combined with the company's award-winning heritage and commitment to exceptional servicing, positions EAR Yoshino as a boutique manufacturer for those seeking the finest in analog and valve-based audio reproduction.
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