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Michell Gryrodec full blown turntable this example is a late example is excellent condition the lid is brand new. The unit has very low use. This unit is sold without tonearm but tonearm of choice can be.supplied at extra cost. Uniqe Audio are premier analogue specialists since 1989 and have vast knowledge in this area. Please call us on 0791396746 for more information. https://positive-feedback.com/audio-discourse/unique-audio-uk/
At £1,895, this Michell Gyrodec is a genuine bargain, sitting just below the 25th percentile (£1,919) of recent GBP used listings and far under the £3,158 median. New Gyrodec units now retail around £4,500, making this asking price roughly 42% below current new cost and a clear outlier in the used market.
The Gyrodec remains a legendary turntable for its inverted bearing design, spring-suspended subchassis, and isolated motor—features that revolutionized belt-drive performance and still deliver exceptional stability and low noise. At this price, even a used unit without a tonearm offers massive upside, especially if it’s original-owner condition with the dust cover and clamp included. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a benchmark British table at entry-level pricing; don’t hesitate if the listing is clean.
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Michell Engineering, a British hi-fi icon, traces its roots to 1966 when engineer John Michell founded the company in the UK, initially crafting scale models for films like 2001: A Space Odyssey and precision components for local firms. Building on an apprenticeship in the early 1950s, Michell's Borehamwood workshop soon expanded, taking on turntable parts for Transcriptor in 1969 and assuming full production of their Hydraulic Reference model by 1973. The pivotal 1977 launch of the Michell Reference Electronic Turntable marked its entry into audio, cementing a heritage of innovative engineering that persists today in a Hertfordshire facility.
The brand focuses squarely on high-end analog playback, renowned for precision turntables like the legendary GyroDec—first produced in 1982—and the flagship Orbe, alongside tonearms, cartridges, power supplies, and the iconic record clamp invented by John Michell. Every component, sourced from UK subcontractors except European motors, is hand-assembled with an emphasis on longevity and serviceability, shunning mass production for traditional craftsmanship.
Michell occupies a niche boutique position in the high-end market, cherished by vinyl enthusiasts for its unwavering British purity and refusal of overseas cost-cutting. Decades of refinement have earned it a cult following among discerning audiophiles, where GyroDec models remain staples, blending vintage appeal with modern upgrades for those prioritizing sonic authenticity over fleeting trends.
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