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Origin Live Silver Mk2 Tonearm Nice OL Silver Mk2. It was my tonearm on a SL1210Mk5G for many years. It provides a very dynamic and rhythmic sound for the money. I don’t have the original packaging but will be well wrapped for postage. Happy to answer questions. Thanks for looking.  Condition: Very Good Payment Method: EFT / Cash Region/State: (QLD) Queensland/Australia By Isalurch 0 Comments   AUD $500 Date: August 24, 20241 yr

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Should you grab this Origin Live Silver Mk2 tonearm for A$500 before it vanishes? Absolutely—this is a genuine bargain, sitting well below the 25th percentile of A$768 for recent AUD listings, and far under its original retail of roughly A$1,400. At less than half the 25th percentile, it’s a strong deal that demands attention from any serious turntable owner.

The Silver Mk2 is a respected mid-tier arm known for smooth tracking, low resonance, and excellent value—it slots neatly between budget arms and true high-end options. Its aluminum construction and refined bearing design deliver clean, detailed sound without the fuss of more exotic setups. Found in very_good condition and likely from a original owner, this listing offers rare upside: a well-maintained, performance-tuned component at a price that makes it a smart buying opportunity, not a risk.

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About Origin Live

Origin Live traces its roots to 1986 in Southampton, UK, when audio enthusiast Mark Baker, a former warship designer, founded the company initially as Cable Design in his garage. The debut product was a pioneering solid-core hi-fi cable, followed swiftly by equipment supports and a name change to Origin Live—evoking the goal of hearing the original source as played live. Over three decades, it evolved from humble tinkering into a dedicated factory operation with CNC machinery and skilled staff, exporting to over 40 countries.

The brand excels in analog replay, renowned for high-performance turntables like the Voyager series and Aurora Mark II, alongside innovative tonearms such as the MkV range with multi-layer counterweights for superior vibration control. It also offers phono stages, speaker stands, platforms, upgrades, and select loudspeakers including the Astute model, emphasizing in-house design for musical fidelity over mass production.

Positioned as a niche boutique in the high-end hi-fi market, Origin Live commands respect among vinyl purists for its award-winning products—from early Hi-Fi Choice triumphs to ongoing acclaim in publications like Analog Planet and Stereo Times. While not a household name like Rega, its distinctive, ambitious analog focus appeals to discerning buyers seeking authentic, live-like sound reproduction.

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