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Angeboten wird „Soundsmith HYPERION MKII“ von Soundsmith als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Tonabnehmer MC“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 2645081953 endet am 09.10.2026 um 10:53 Uhr.
Soundsmith’s Hyperion Mk II is a top-tier moving-iron cartridge, so €7,700 lands in sensible territory rather than bargain-bin or moon-shot pricing. New pricing shown in Europe sits around €8,500, with a used listing also seen at €8,200, so this ask is a modestly better-than-market figure and looks fair for a clean example.
That makes it a credible buy if the stylus hours are low and the suspension is healthy. Its appeal is the combination of refinement, tracking ability, and easy rebuild support, which takes some of the sting out of cartridge ownership; just confirm the included box, mounting hardware, and any service history, since on a cartridge this level those details matter more than cosmetic perfection.
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Soundsmith traces its roots to Peter Ledermann, a veteran audio engineer with over 50 years of experience, whose career spanned design roles at RAM Audio and Bozak speakers, followed by stints at IBM's T.J. Watson Research Center. Leaving corporate life in 1991, Ledermann transformed his earlier audio mentoring venture, The Soundsmith, into a full-fledged manufacturing company based in Peekskill, New York. For more than 40 years, he has served as president and chief engineer, channeling a lifelong passion for science and sound into innovative analog solutions.
The brand specializes in handcrafted phono cartridges, renowned for their moving-iron, fixed-coil designs that deliver exceptional sonic detail and value. Models like the Aida high-output cartridge exemplify Soundsmith's commitment to precision engineering, with customizable options such as ruby cantilevers. While not venturing into amplifiers, speakers, or digital gear like DACs, their focus remains laser-sharp on elevating vinyl playback through superior cartridge technology.
Positioned as a niche boutique in the high-end market, Soundsmith earns acclaim among discerning audiophiles for its artisanal quality and Peter Ledermann's personal touch, including ties to his charity DirectGrace Records. Reviews from outlets like Stereophile highlight its consistent excellence, making it a go-to for vinyl enthusiasts seeking transformative performance without mainstream hype.
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