The Victor Company of Japan, Ltd. (JVC) was founded in 1927 as the Japanese subsidiary of the Victor Talking Machine Company (USA). It initially stood out for the production of gramophones and records, and was responsible for introducing innovations in Japan such as the electric phonograph and, later, VHS, which went on to become the […]
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This is the legendary SME Model 3009 Series II Improved, a precision-engineered pick-up arm that has become a benchmark in analog audio history. Built with SME’s renowned craftsmanship and technical excellence, it represents the pinnacle of tonearm design from the golden age of vinyl. Featuring a 9-inch pivot-to-stylus distance, the 3009 Series II Improved is
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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
The Victor Company of Japan, Ltd. (JVC) was founded in 1927 as the Japanese subsidiary of the Victor Talking Machine Company (USA). It initially stood out for the production of gramophones and records, and was responsible for introducing innovations in Japan such as the electric phonograph and, later, VHS, which went on to become the
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The Victor UA‑7045 is one of those cases that reminds us why Japanese engineering from the late 1970s and early 1980s is still so revered among audiophiles. Designed with an effective length of 245 mm and a highly sensitive support system, it was conceived to get the most out of high and medium compliance cartridges.
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The Micro Seiki MA-303 is one of those tonearms that quietly remind you why vintage Japanese engineering still has such a cult following. Designed in the late 1970s, it’s a static-balance arm with a 222 mm effective length and sensible geometry, aimed squarely at real-world cartridges rather than exotic laboratory pieces. On paper it’s straightforward,
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