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Offered is „KSL-M1000 MK II Phono“ by Kondo as second-hand device from the category „Tube-Preamp“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 2134854026 ends on 02.11.2026 at 06:25 o'clock.
At €48,950, this Kondo KSL-M1000 MK II Phono sits above the 75th percentile (€40,969) of recent EUR listings, making the price ambitious rather than fair, though it doesn’t reach the extremes of new-retail territory where similar Kondo phonos hit €75,000. While not a bargain, the ask is defensible if the unit is in pristine, original-owner condition with full accessories, given the model’s rarity and the MK II’s reputation for refined, low-noise performance.
This phono stage is well-regarded for its silky midrange, exceptional damping, and ability to unlock the full texture of high-quality vinyl, especially with moving-coil cartridges. The MK II iteration typically offers improved stability and lower distortion over the original, and Kondo’s discrete, hand-wired Japanese build quality ensures long-term reliability when maintained. If this listing includes the original case, power cable, and documentation, it represents a credible opportunity for a serious collector willing to pay above median for a top-tier, hard-to-find unit.
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# Kondo Audio Note Japan
Kondo Audio Note Japan was founded in 1976 by Hiroyasu Kondo, a metallurgist and son of a Buddhist priest whose technical expertise and philosophical approach to sound reproduction shaped the company's identity. Based in Japan, the brand has maintained its independence and commitment to handcrafted manufacturing for nearly five decades, recently adopting the "Kondo" name to reflect its founder's central role in the company's vision and legacy.
The brand is renowned primarily for vacuum-tube amplification, particularly its legendary power amplifiers and preamplifiers. The 1989 Ongaku power amplifier stands as a watershed moment in high-end audio history, establishing Kondo's reputation for sonic refinement and technical innovation. The company also manufactures integrated amplifiers, preamplifiers like the iconic M7 Heritage, and proprietary capacitors—all produced through meticulous, point-to-point hand-wiring and manual assembly processes that prioritize component quality over production volume.
Kondo Audio Note Japan occupies the ultra-premium tier of the hi-fi market, commanding prices that reflect its artisanal manufacturing, exotic component selection, and uncompromising design philosophy. The brand appeals to dedicated audiophiles and collectors who value emotional engagement with music reproduction and are willing to invest substantially in equipment that combines technical excellence with aesthetic and sonic character. Its reputation rests on exclusivity, heritage, and an unwavering commitment to analog-era design principles adapted for contemporary listening.
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