RADAR is a price search engine. We link to the original listing — we never sell direct. Transactions happen on the source site.
Plinius Koru Phono Preamplifier PRICE DROP - Note price should be in NZD, so happy to sell for (current ex) @ $2000 AUD + shipping ALSO Note: happy to sell both this and the Plinius 9100 integrated amp together for a better price of $4000 for both, drop me a line if you're interested! Absolutely mint Koru phono stage, very low use. Was purchased new, manufactured in July 2022. Comes with all original packaging. This is an incredible phono stage, absolutely silent and beautifully transparent. If I hadn't gone all in on tube-based front-end, this would be my end game phono stage. Condit
Like a decent Rega/Lehmann-class phono stage at this money, this is actually in a different league: A$2,750 is below the usual new pricing I could verify for the Koru, which sits around A$5,100 current retail and historically around A$4,200–A$4,620. That makes this used ask look strong rather than merely fair, especially for a like_new example.
The Koru is well regarded as Plinius’s flagship phono stage, with MM/MC flexibility, wide loading and gain options, and a separate power-supply architecture that buyers prize for quiet, authoritative vinyl playback. In this condition, the real upside is getting a top-tier stage that still has genuine pedigree and versatility; if the box, manual, remote, and any loading accessories are included, that adds welcome value.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Plinius Audio: New Zealand's Amplifier Specialist
Plinius Audio Systems was established in 1980 by Peter Thomson, a mechanical engineer based in New Zealand who developed a passion for high-fidelity amplifier design. The company gained rapid recognition within its home market and solidified its position through a 1987 merger with Craft Audio Limited, bringing designer Gary Morrison into the fold. This partnership proved pivotal, establishing Audible Technologies Limited as the production entity and introducing the asymmetrical circuit design philosophy that would define the brand's engineering approach. Today, Plinius remains headquartered in Christchurch, New Zealand, where all design, manufacturing, and marketing operations are conducted in-house.
Plinius has built its reputation almost exclusively around power amplifiers and preamplifiers, with particular acclaim for their Class A designs. The company's product lineage spans from early dual-mono configurations in the 1980s through sophisticated monoblock amplifiers and refined preamp stages. Their engineering ethos emphasizes meticulous hand-assembly and attention to sonic detail, with each unit individually built by dedicated craftspeople. This focused product strategy—rather than diversifying into speakers, digital sources, or accessories—reflects the brand's deep specialization in amplification.
Positioned as a high-end, boutique manufacturer, Plinius commands respect among serious audiophiles despite limited mainstream visibility outside New Zealand and select international markets. The brand is recognized for producing powerful, sophisticated amplifiers that prioritize sonic purity and engineering integrity over mass-market appeal. While once more prominent in enthusiast circles, Plinius maintains its standing as a niche, quality-focused producer valued by discerning listeners who prioritize amplifier excellence and New Zealand craftsmanship.
See all Plinius listings on RADAR.
