Rare LUXMAN PD277 Turntable CIB Matching Double Box Manuals TIME CAPSULE For Sale

Description:
Up for sale is an exceptionally rare collector\'s bundle featuring a premium vintage Luxman PD-277 Direct Drive Automatic Turntable System, meticulously crafted in Japan. This true \"time capsule\" complete-in-box (CIB) assembly remains preserved inside its original factory double boxes with matching serial numbers. The luxury audiophile deck comes paired with a rare Micro-Acoustics phono cartridge, original factory literature, the inner retail product box, and the outer manufacturer shipping box.Specifications:

• Brand/Model: Luxman PD-277 (Made in Japan)
• Serial Number: C0810097 (Matches factory box labeling)
• System Type: Direct-Drive with DC-servo brushless/slotless motor
• Speeds & Adjustment: 33-1/3 RPM & 45 RPM with +/-4% adjustment range
• Platter: 30cm aluminium die-cast (1.8kg with integrated rubber mat)
• Performance: Wow & Flutter under 0.03% WRMS / S/N Ratio better than 60dB
• Tonearm: Straight Arm, static balance type, 240mm effective length
• Cartridge: Vintage Micro-Acoustics Dual Magnet phono cartridge (N-2700 replacement stylus profile)
• Automation: Auto-Start, Auto-Cut, and Auto-Repeat functions
• Power & Dimensions: 8W consumption / 472 x 152 x 348 mm
• Unit Weight: 10kg (22 lbs) net / 12kg (26.4 lbs) gross in packaging

Condition Breakdown:Mechanical & Functional:

• Powered on and mechanically evaluated.
• Platter rotates steadily at both 33 and 45 RPM speeds; see playback operation videos.
• Front mirror-reflex strobe window illuminates clearly.
• Automatic start, repeat toggle, manual mode, and oil-dampened cueing function as intended.
• Note: Bench testing was conducted without connection to an amplifier or speakers, leaving the internal audio signal path unverified.

Wiring & Cabling:

• AC Power Cord: Attached power cable is in structurally sound, functional condition with a clear plug assembly.
• RCA Output Cables: Hardwired audio signal cords show notable wear. Distinct sections exhibit degraded outer insulation with exposed copper shielding that will require repair, taping, or replacement. Red/white terminal plugs and grounding spade wire remain physically intact.
• Note: Minor vintage styrofoam fragments and old tape residue are adhered to sections of the cable jackets.

Cosmetics & Component Body:

• Tonearm Assembly: Straight arm tube, counterweight, anti-skate dial, and headshell appear intact. Cartridge body and stylus housing are physically whole, though precise needle wear levels are unmeasured.
• Chassis Panel: Control knobs and brushed aluminum faceplate surface are clean with crisp, legible text. Rosewood plinth veneer shows a clean finish with minimal edge wear.
• Dust Cover: Clear acrylic cover with semi-freestop hinges is present and attaches firmly. Exhibits very superficial surface wear, including minor surface scrapes to the right of the emblem (see images).

Boxes & Paperwork:

• Original Paperwork: Included factory owner\'s manual (ME0121-1179-F), illustrated technical brochure, and Lux Audio of America welcome letter are structurally intact but displaying minor surface staining from age.
• Inner Retail Box: Excellent cosmetic condition with vibrant graphics and clean edges.
• Outer Shipping Box: Present with matching serial number stamp (C0810097). Shows expected age-appropriate wear, corner tattering, creases, and a detached top flap that will be included inside the package (see images).
• Styrofoam Inserts: Molded foam inserts exhibit surface damage with missing cell chunks broken away over time, but they remain functional for structural support.

Terms of Sale:
Due to the vintage nature, precise mechanical design, and identified RCA cable insulation wear on this item, it is sold as-is.Provenance & Collector Notes:
This unique package includes the original nested factory double boxes displaying matching serial numbers. The outer box retains its original manufacturer ink stamps documenting its shipment from the historic Lux Audio of America headquarters at 160 Dupont St. in Plainview, NY, directly to Connecticut Audio in Cheshire, CT. This provenance firmly dates this high-end Japanese deck to its initial 1979–1981 production cycle. Single owner, smoke-free, pet-free, climate-controlled home.What’s Included:

• Luxman PD-277 Turntable Unit (Serial No. C0810097) with attached clear dust cover
• Pre-installed Vintage Micro-Acoustics Phono Cartridge and Stylus
• Original Luxman PD-277 Inner Retail Product Box
• Original Luxman PD-277 Outer Cardboard Shipping Box (Serial No. C0810097, includes detached flap)
• Original Molded Styrofoam Packing Inserts
• Original Luxman PD-277 Factory Owner\'s Manual
• Original Luxman PD-277 Illustrated Technical Specification Brochure
• Original Luxman Audio of America introduction letter
• Original 1.8kg high-density integrated platter rubber mat and aluminum platter
• Hardwired AC power cable, grounding wire, and RCA audio output lines

--These items are part of an estate from a collector and carpenter by trade (descended from other crafts-persons, mostly in Connecticut). Payment required within 48 hours of sale\'s end. All items from a smoke-free environment. Please check out theother itemsfrom this collection!