Turntables

Micro Seiki DD-5

Micro Seiki was a high-end Japanese manufacturer that began producing exquisite and sought-after turntables in the 1960s and 1970s. Known for their precision engineering, elegant design, and obsession with detail, Micro Seiki quickly became one of the most respected names in analog playback — both under their own brand and as an OEM for many […]

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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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