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Angeboten wird „(AR) ES-1“ von Acoustic Research als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Plattenspieler komplett“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 3428603572 endet am 13.08.2026 um 11:51 Uhr.
The €700 asking price sits just above the 75th percentile (€695) but remains close to the median (€678), making it a fair, not ambitious, valuation for this Acoustic Research ES-1. While it exceeds the 25th percentile (€660) by €40, it reflects the table’s rarity and original-owner condition rather than an inflated markup.
This ES-1 is a well-regarded, belt-drive turntable from Acoustic Research’s Reference series, prized for its solid wood sides, sapphire bearing, and original walnut or cherry veneer. Its 24-pole synchronous motor and 3.9lb platter deliver stable rotation, and the inclusion of original boxes adds collectible value. As a clean, original-owner listing at a fair price, it represents a timely buying opportunity for enthusiasts seeking a rare, high-quality vintage table.
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Acoustic Research (AR) emerged from Cambridge, Massachusetts, in 1954, founded by audio pioneer Edgar Villchur and his student Henry Kloss. Villchur, an inventor, researcher, and educator, developed the groundbreaking acoustic suspension loudspeaker principle, patented in 1956, which enabled compact speakers with deep, distortion-free bass. Their debut AR-1 model, unveiled at the 1954 New York Audio Show for $185, revolutionized the industry by shrinking enclosure sizes by up to 75 percent while delivering superior performance, setting the stage for AR's rapid ascent.
The brand focused primarily on loudspeakers, pioneering acoustic suspension designs like the AR-1, AR-2, AR-3 series, and compact bookshelf models such as the AR-4, which appealed to students and families. AR expanded into turntables, including the enduring AR Turntable still prized by vinyl enthusiasts, alongside other stereo components. This emphasis on innovative speakers with flat response, wide dispersion, and extended bass defined their catalog, prioritizing engineering over aesthetics.
AR commanded peak dominance in 1966 with over 32 percent of the U.S. loudspeaker market—the largest share any hi-fi company has achieved—earning reverence for natural sound reproduction and robust build quality. Now owned by VOXX and shifted toward lower-end accessories, its vintage products remain collector icons, embodying mid-century high-fidelity excellence for discerning buyers seeking timeless accuracy.
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