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This turntable is fully operational and in mint cosmetic condition, as shown in the photos. It was imported from Japan and runs on 100V, as indicated in the photo.A friend who helped me install the tonearm and cartridge when it first arrived accidentally damaged the tonearm wiring. As a result, I...
This is a seller’s market for desirable vintage Japanese turntables, but A$1,000 is clearly ambitious here: it sits well above the A$637 75th-percentile asking price from 1,819 comparable listings, and more than three times the A$280 median. It only makes sense if this particular example is exceptional, fully serviced, or unusually complete.
The PL-70L Mk2 is a serious, well-regarded direct-drive deck, with excellent speed stability, a substantial build, and a capable tonearm; rarity and strong cosmetic condition can command a premium. At this price, insist on demonstrated 33/45 operation, accurate repeatable speed, working lift/auto-stop functions, an intact dust cover and hinges, and confirmation of the correct local power arrangement. A complete, freshly serviced example could justify stretching, but an untested or merely “working” unit is overpriced.
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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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