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Pioneer PL71 turntable in excellent conditionThere are some stains on the small metal panels under the buttonsI oiled the wood to restore the grain, and it looks excellent.Audio Technica stylus with cartridgeShipping to states in longitude of Colorado, farther west or rural parts of the Midwest will be a little more, billed separately
Pioneer’s PL-71 sits near the top of the company’s classic direct-drive era, with a solid reputation for build quality and musical, confident playback. At US$775, this is above the 75th percentile of US$812? No—the listing is below that threshold, but it’s still well above the median US$275, so it reads as an ambitious ask rather than an obvious bargain.
The upside is that a clean, excellent-condition example can justify a premium if it’s truly all-original and has been serviced properly, because these tables are sought after by collectors and listeners who value a heavy, no-nonsense deck. Buy it for the pedigree and the chance to get a well-kept example; just make sure speed stability, cueing, arm bearings, and any included dust cover or headshell hardware are all accounted for before paying top-of-market money.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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