Turntables

Kenwood KD 500

Here’s a fine example from Kenwood — the KD-500, a legendary turntable from the golden age of hi-fi, when components were built to last a lifetime. The KD-500 (and its sibling, the KD-550) has become a classic, revered for both its engineering and aesthetic appeal. One of the most striking features of the KD-500 is

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Pioneer PL 3F

This is the Pioneer PL-3F, launched in 1985 as the successor to the highly regarded PL-707. It holds a special place in Pioneer’s legacy, as it marked the end of the company’s era in turntable production — the last high-end turntable Pioneer ever manufactured before the decline of vinyl in the late ’80s. At the

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Denon DP 1700w (DP 1000 + DA 50)

The Denon DP-1700w is a superb vintage set, combining the DP-1700 wooden plinth, DP-1000 motor unit, and the DA-50 tonearm, forming a cohesive and elegant high-fidelity system. The Denon DP-1000, released in Japan in 1974, during the “Golden Era” of Japanese high-end audio, is a high-quality direct-drive turntable aimed at the discerning entry-level audiophile market.

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Pioneer PL 570 – XL A700s

The Pioneer PL-570, known in Japan as the XL A700S, was Pioneer’s top-of-the-line turntable during 1977 to 1979. In my opinion, it stands as one of Pioneer’s finest and most beautiful models — substantial in size, striking in appearance, and excellent in performance. This is a Quartz PLL Direct-Drive Fully-Automatic Turntable, combining reliability with sophisticated

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