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For sale: a JVC QL-A2 Direct Drive turntable, a classic vintage record player featuring JVC's reliable quartz-locked direct drive technology for accurate speed stability and excellent playback performance.
The QL-A2 is highly regarded for its solid construction, smooth operation, and dependable direct drive motor system. It is an excellent choice for vinyl enthusiasts looking for a quality vintage turntable.
This unit is fitted with a JVC Z1S cartridge, allowing you to enjoy your record collection right away.
Please note that the strobe function is defective and the dust cover is not included.
Cosmetic condition:
The turntable is in used condition with normal signs of age and use.
General cosmetic wear consistent with age
Light scratches and signs of use may be present
Overall clean and presentable appearance
⚠ Functional status
✔ Direct drive motor operating correctly✔ Playback tested✔ JVC Z1S cartridge installed✔ Tonearm functioning properly❌ Strobe light/function is defective✔ Otherwise fully usable as a turntable
Not Included:✘ Dust Cover
Specs:
Drive method: direct drive
Motor: quartz locked
Speeds: 33 and 45rpm
Wow and flutter: 0.025% WRMS
Signal to noise ratio: 72dB
Dimensions (LxWxH): 39x36x12cmWeight: 8 KgVolts: 220v (If it’s 200V or higher, you’ll need an adapter in the USA)
We ship worldwide.For international shipping, import fee's apply. These vary per countrie, and are for the buyer to pay.-Shipping in the EU up to 30 KG (max)-Shipping outside of the EU up to 20 KG (max) Shown costs might vary. Please ask us for a shipping quote for the best rates!-We kindly ask you to reach out for the best shiping rates. As rates vary per shipper, we can ask custom shipping quotes.
Please note: ‘’Whenever an item exceeds the weight noted above. Please ask for a shipping quote before making a purchase. The shipping costs are estimated in our shop because we do not know the shipping address.
Picking up the item is also possible. It can be picked up in Alkmaar
Delivery by us is also possible in some cases. Please reach out to us for more information about deliveries
State of listing: If a listing is listed ''for parts or not working'' returns are not accepted.
When we offer our products with the notice ''Serviced'' or ''Fully serviced'' that means the device is either ''serviced'' with a new belt, and cleaned the pots, Or ''Fully serviced'' recapped, Quiescent current adjusted etc as expected from a full service
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JVC, originally founded on September 13, 1927, in Yokohama, Japan, as the Victor Talking Machine Company of Japan, emerged as a subsidiary of the American Victor Talking Machine Company. It quickly established itself in phonograph and record production, becoming a leader in turntables within its first few years. After RCA acquired the parent company in 1929, JVC expanded into radios and introduced Japan's first domestically produced television in 1939, laying the foundation for its enduring legacy in consumer electronics.
The brand's product focus has historically centered on audio and video playback devices, starting with phonographs and evolving through radios, televisions, and the revolutionary VHS videocassette recorder launched in 1976, which became the global standard over Sony's Betamax. In hi-fi realms, JVC gained renown for amplifiers, speakers, turntables, and components like tuners, while later offerings included headphones and car audio systems. Following its 2008 merger with Kenwood to form JVCKenwood, it continued blending audio expertise with broader electronics.
Today, JVC occupies a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, prized by enthusiasts for reliable, value-driven performance rather than ultra-high-end exclusivity. Its vintage gear, particularly from the wood-case amplifier era and early digital components, attracts collectors, while modern lines deliver competent sound without boutique pricing. This accessible heritage makes JVC a dependable choice for knowledgeable buyers seeking proven Japanese engineering.
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