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Angeboten wird „M1 phono“ von Audio Note Japan als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Röhren-Vorverstärker“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 5235508493 endet am 11.08.2026 um 15:53 Uhr.
Compared with the obvious alternative of a generic phono stage at this money, this is priced in the fair-to-strong zone rather than cheap: I’m seeing similar Audio Note M1 phono listings around €1,500 to €1,790, so €2,190 is above the typical asking range and reads a bit ambitious unless this one is unusually fresh, fully boxed, or dealer-backed. For a private-sale piece in plain “good” condition, I’d want to feel confident there’s something extra in the package to justify the spread.
That said, the M1 is a respected moving-magnet phono pre for listeners who value tonal naturalness, low-noise tube character, and an easy, musically coherent presentation. It’s the kind of stage that can make modest vinyl front ends sound more finished, and examples in clean working order tend to hold appeal because Audio Note gear has a loyal following. If the valves are healthy and the listing includes the original box, manual, or proof of service, it becomes easier to justify.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Audio Note (UK) traces its roots to 1991, when Peter Qvortrup, a seasoned valve amplifier designer with prior experience at Audio Innovations, founded the company in Sussex, England. Collaborating initially with Hiroyasu Kondo, Qvortrup launched the OTO PP integrated amplifier that year—a modular valve design still in production today, hand-built in their Partridge Green factory. This enduring debut underscores the brand's commitment to timeless engineering over fleeting trends.
The company specializes in complete, in-house valve-based audio systems, crafting everything from turntable cartridges and tonearms to preamplifiers, power amplifiers, DACs, speakers, and cables. Their modular philosophy permeates the lineup, allowing tailored configurations while prioritizing premium components like custom-wound transformers and silver wiring for purest signal paths.
Positioned as Europe's largest and most prestigious maker of ultra-performance valve hi-fi, Audio Note (UK) commands the high-end niche, appealing to discerning audiophiles seeking musical authenticity over mass-market convenience. With a global distribution network and a reputation for longevity, it stands as a boutique benchmark for those investing in heirloom-grade sound reproduction.
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