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Clearaudio Concept Turntable Clearaudio Concept turntable with upgraded Sumiko Olympia MM cartridge. Great sounding turntable with the as to be expected, Germany engineering quality. I bought this only 3 months ago, however my HiFi direction is changing again. The concept tonearm is friction free, featuring a clever magnetic bearing. I had the cartridge upgraded to a Sumiko Olympia MM, which only has about 10 hours of usage. The Sumiko cartridges offer an easy upgrade path. The bodies of the Ranier, Olympus, Moonstone and Wellfleet are all the same, but with different quality stylus. So
A$1,400 looks fair to mildly attractive against the recent AUD comp set: it sits below the A$1,481 median and just under the A$1,506 75th percentile, so it is not a steal, but it is comfortably in the right zone. With only three comparables, I’d read this as a sensible ask rather than a bargain-basement listing.
The Concept has a strong reputation as a clean, user-friendly deck that gets the basics right: low-fuss setup, good speed stability, and a presentation that can punch above its price when properly maintained. At this level, the value is in condition and completeness, so an original carton, dust cover, intact arm setup, and any accessories would make it more compelling; if it has been well cared for, it should be an easy yes for someone wanting a refined, fuss-free vinyl front end.
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Clearaudio, a pinnacle of German analog engineering, traces its roots to 1978 in Erlangen, when founder Peter Suchy patented the company's inaugural moving-coil cartridge. This family-owned enterprise, now steered by Peter's children—Patrick, Veronica, and Robert Suchy—has upheld a relentless pursuit of perfection, encapsulated in its philosophy: "Take the best and make it better, only then is it just good enough." Over 45 years, Clearaudio has evolved from humble beginnings into a global benchmark for vinyl playback, crafting products in its high-tech facility amid the scientific hub of Friedrich-Alexander University.
The brand's portfolio centers on high-end turntables, renowned for their transparent acrylic components, parallel-tracking tonearms, and precision mechanics that deliver unparalleled rotational stability. Complementing these are meticulously engineered moving-coil cartridges, phonostages, and tonearms, with extensions into analog accessories and even reissued Deutsche Grammophon classical recordings. While not venturing deeply into digital realms or speakers, Clearaudio's focus remains unyieldingly analog, prioritizing symbiotic magnetic, mechanical, and electrical symmetry for lifelike sound reproduction.
Positioned firmly in the high-end audiophile market, Clearaudio commands respect among discerning vinyl enthusiasts worldwide, serving over 80 countries with turntables that redefine standards. Its boutique reputation stems from in-house innovation and flawless German craftsmanship, appealing to collectors and serious listeners who demand reference-level performance without compromise.
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