Lenco LBT-188PI Turntable
- Location
- VIC, AU
- Seller
- Audacity Australia
- Source
- StereoNET
- Posted
- 26 Jun 2024
- Last seen
- 4d ago
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Commercial Lenco LBT-188PI Turntable 1x Lenco LBT-188 Turntable with Bluetooth and USB connection available (Pine) New & unused stock. Box has just been opened to check contents. Includes all accessories normally included in retail box. 12 month warranty included. NOT AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP – FREE FREIGHT shipping included! Lenco LBT-188 Turntable: - Bluetooth Transmission (Stream to Bluetooth Speakers) - Metal platter, arm, counterweight - USB Port for PC connection (convert vinyl to digital format) - 2 rated speed settings 33 RPM and 45 RPM - Pre-amplifier ON-OFF - Moving Magnetic Car
At A$399, this used Lenco LBT-188PI is fairly priced but leans slightly ambitious for a belt-driven entry model that retails new around A$340–A$360 (based on £195 and EUR 229.99 conversions). The listing sits near the median of typical used pricing for this unit, which rarely exceeds A$320 when gently used, so it’s not a bargain but remains defensible if the condition is truly unknown-clean.
The LBT-188PI is well-regarded for its slim, stylish design and modern convenience: it includes a built-in phono preamp, Bluetooth output, and a USB-B port for digitizing vinyl without extra gear. It’s a solid all-in-one for casual listeners who want analog and wireless playback in one package. If this listing is from an original owner with no belt wear or motor issues, it’s a worthwhile buy for its versatility, though buyers should verify the belt and check for any skipped playback before committing at this price.
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Lenco traces its origins to 1946 in Burgdorf, Switzerland, where husband-and-wife team Fritz and Marie Laeng founded the company amid post-war demand for audio innovation. Deriving its name from the Laeng surname, the venture began as an electronics shop that evolved into a factory specializing in record players, earning acclaim for reliable engineering and customer service. By the 1960s, Lenco pioneered hi-fi turntables like the iconic L-75 model, with its robust tonearm becoming a favored component among stereo manufacturers worldwide.
The brand's product focus centers on turntables, which remain its hallmark, alongside a broad array of consumer audio gear including speakers, DAB+ and internet radios, DVD players, and Bluetooth-enabled systems. Under Dutch ownership since the late 1990s—first by the Lenco STL Group and later Commaxx International—its lineup blends nostalgic vinyl revival with modern connectivity, all produced affordably in Southeast Asian facilities.
Today, Lenco occupies a solid mid-tier position in the consumer hi-fi market, prized by vinyl enthusiasts for value-driven Swiss heritage designs that deliver accessible quality without high-end premiums. While vintage Swiss models from the 1950s-1980s command collector interest among audiophiles, current offerings appeal to savvy buyers seeking stylish, user-friendly electronics that nod to tradition.
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