【Showa Era Masterpiece Series ③】 Pioneer PL-707 Record Player (Pioneer) The Pioneer PL-707 is a full-auto direct drive turntable released in 1983, during Japan's audio golden age. With a price of 59,800 yen at the time of its release, it was introduced as a highly capable model that condensed the know-how of higher-end models. [ Main Specifications ] Type: Record Player (Full Auto) Drive System: Direct Drive (Coreless Quartz PLL DC Servo) Turntable: 31cm Aluminum Die-cast Speeds: 33⅓, 45rpm Wow and Flutter: 0.012% or less (WRMS/FG direct reading) S/N Ratio: 80dB or more (DIN-B) Tonearm: Static Balance Straight Arm (Carbon Graphite) Suitable Cartridge Weight: 3g to 8g Stylus: 0.3 x 0.7mil Elliptical Diamond Frequency Response: 10Hz to 35kHz Dimensions: Width 460 x Height 164 x Depth 409mm Weight: Approximately 8.0kg Power Consumption: 7W Release Year: Around 1983 This PL-707 showcases its potential when combined with an 80s Hi-Fi system. While lowering the barrier to entry for record playback with its automatic playback mechanism, its resonance control around the tonearm and high-precision speed control are on par with manual turntables. It's an attractive piece for vintage audio fans and as an entry-level model for analog playback. [ Notes ] Operation has not been confirmed. Also, due to its age, please understand that there may be some minor scratches and stains.