"In 10 years a lot of technology advancements have taken place." Yes, in other fields of human endeavor, but in the realm of direct drive turntables? I doubt it.
Brinkmann Bardo - Dealer Demo value
Hello Brinkmann enthusiasts, I am considering the purchase of a demo Bardo owned by a dealer I've known for a long time. This is a 10-year-old unit with a 12-inch arm and a standard power supply. From my initial inspection, it appears to be in excellent condition. I haven't confirmed this yet, but I assume it comes with the original packing, manual, etc. The dealer also sells Clearaudio, Rega, and VPI, so the table has not been in daily use.
However, they are asking $10,500 for it with no warranty. I believe this price is too high for a 10-year-old Bardo, even though it is coming from a dealer as a demo unit.
I may ultimately decide that I don't want a 10-year-old Bardo at all.
Nevertheless, without knowing more, what would be a reasonable offer?