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Pioneer PLX-1000 Turntable I think that these are great turntables for the money. It’s built like a tank at >13kg, it has fantastic torque and stops and starts very fast, zero bearing noise, bearings on the tonearm are great. There aren’t many introductory level turntables that do all of that while delivering a driving, open sound. Fit this up with a good cartridge (such as the one below) and some good quality ICs and some resonance control and you’ll have a winner starter 'table for the $$. I’m selling this fitted with the KAB 1200 silicone fluid damper which makes a considerably improvem
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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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