Turntables

Onkyo CP 700m

The CP‑700M is a manual direct‑drive turntable produced by Onkyo between 1976 and 1979. Some say it was built for Onkyo by C.E.C., along with the Pioneer PL-71, sharing certain components with the C.E.C. BD-7000. It features robust construction—heavy, well‑isolated, and durable. A direct‑drive motor with independently selectable 33/45 rpm speeds, pitch control, and an […]

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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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