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Angeboten wird „Superb Sony PCM-M1 Digital Audio Recorder“ von Sony als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „DAT Recorder“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 7857029594 endet am 06.08.2026 um 13:47 Uhr.
This PCM-M1 is a genuinely notable late-’90s portable DAT-era recorder, but at €1,500 it is priced well into premium territory against your local used market. With a median of €120, a 25th percentile of €68, and a 75th percentile of €254, this ask sits far above the usual spread and is ambitious, not a bargain.
What makes it worth considering is the format itself: it’s a compact, respected Sony digital recorder with real enthusiast appeal for archival, location, and niche digital-audio use. If the unit is clean, fully working, and comes with the right power, media, and accessories, that adds some value, but not enough to make this an easy buy at this level. I’d only chase it if you specifically need this model and the seller can prove excellent condition and completeness.
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