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 […]
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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Released between 1978 and 1979, the Pioneer PL-560 was the top-of-the-line model in Pioneer’s turntable range at the time—a true engineering gem built with longevity and precision in mind. This is a fully automatic, direct-drive turntable featuring Quartz Lock and dual motors. Its brushless DC servo motor ensures silent, accurate rotation, while its fully automatic
The Pioneer PL-530, produced between 1976 and 1977, is, in many ways, one of Pioneer’s most iconic turntables—a perfect marriage of performance, size, and visual appeal. With its elegant wood veneer plinth and chrome accents, it stands out as one of the most beautiful turntables of the era. Built with exceptional attention to detail, some
Built around 1978-79, the Pioneer PL-540 is essentially an upgraded version of the PL-518, featuring a quartz-lock PLL hall motor that guarantees near-perfect speed stability at all times. This direct-drive turntable delivers a warm and rich sound without sacrificing detail, making it a joy to listen to. Sharing its sturdy frame and S-shaped tonearm with
The Pioneer PL-518, launched in 1978, is an interesting unit from the mid-range of Pioneer’s lineup. A direct-drive turntable built to last, it has no belts and can play non-stop for decades. The PL-518 shares many similarities with the PL-540 and PL-560, including the same chassis and S-shaped tonearm. The 540 and 560 add quartz
