Audio Note (UK) TT-3

NO LONGER FOR SALE. SOLD ON A DIFFERENT SITE. Google Audio Note UK TT3 Reference System and you can see the original listing. The S9 SUT is NOT included in this sale. Below is info from the original ad.

During a recent interview,Peter
Qvortrup, owner of Audio Note UK (ANUK) said:

"Without being too modest, I think we are probably the only manufacturer that
actually makes everything in-house, do any real serious, and basic research and
development,and make a complete products range end-to-end, and bottom-to-top using custom-made parts.
My belief is that in order for an audio chain to work properly all the interfaces
between the different parts have to be very carefully managed. The standard
audio industry approach, which is to combine products from different
manufacturers – who have very different ideas what constitutes “good”– creates
a mishmash sound which in most cases is limiting the sound, rather than
expanding it, as each part detracts from the other because there are barriers
to the signal at each junction point. A fact that makes it hard to raise the
sound much above mediocrity, regardless of how expensive the individual parts
are.”

For several years, I have been fortunate to own a top level ANUK system. The
whole is truly greater than the sum of its parts. Unfortunately, I will soon be moving
into much smaller premises. As there will be no room for my stereo system or my
large collection of LP’s, I am compelled to sell it all. I have decided to start this process by first offering my entire phono section. All components are in black finish.

Those familiar with ANUK will already be aware of all of the
components offered here. Such potential buyers can simply scan the headings
below to see a complete list of the components that comprise the phono section package. For those less familiar with the ANUK range of
products, I have provided links to specific pieces as described on the ANUK
website. If the links do not work directly from the listing, copy each link individually into your browser and go to the ANUK website from there. These include better photos and descriptions than I can provide. For
those components not described in detail on the website, I have included
additional information.

The TT3 Reference Turntable:

http://www.audionote.co.uk/products/analogue/tt-3_01.shtml

In early 2015, the turntable was instrument checked by one
of the factory managers to ensure all motors were turning at the identical
speed. Of course, one gets better results over time if the belt is changed
about twice a year depending on play time. Belts are not expensive and the
system offered here comes with a supply of several new factory recommended
belts in their own individual packages for years of no hassle operation.

Each of the three solid state power supplies comes in its own chassis. These supplies are dead quiet in operation and can be situated
near the turntable or even in another room as the smaller control box remotely
turns the power supplies on and off.

The IO Ltd. Cartridge:

http://www.audionote.co.uk/products/analogue/_home_cart_01.shtml

The IO Ltd. cartridge comes with its own power supply.
Also included in the phono section package is a second IO Ltd. cartridge I acquired
as a spare. Both cartridges have recently been inspected under a professional
jeweler’s microscope and found to be in excellent condition. Having owned
several ANUK cartridges over the years, I feel that the IO Ltd. is superior in
every respect to the others in the range.

The IO Ltd. Power Supply:

The power supply unit for the IO Ltd. cartridge is shown in
the photo in the above link for the cartridge; however, it is not separately
described. I therefore include the following:

This solid state component is housed in a small chassis of
the same size as the turntable motor controller and the step up transformer. It
feeds the cartridge through two wires that run inside the tonearm.

The Tonearm:

http://www.audionote.co.uk/products/analogue/arm_an-1s-sogon_01.shtml

The tonearm shown in the link is one of the first produced.
The one offered in this phono package has been slightly improved since that
time; however, it still looks almost identical to the prior model and functions
as per the descriptions in the previous links. It is fitted with the top of the
line tonearm wiring.

S9-L step up transformer:

The output of the IO Ltd cartridge is the lowest of all ANUK cartridges.
This pays dividends in the detail department but demands a high
gain step up transformer to feed the phono stage. ANUK’s top of the line solid
state step up transformer fitted with Pallas cabling performs this task.

Extras:

The system as offered includes two armboards. One for a single tonearm and one for two tonearms. These are easily interchangeable by the user. As mentioned above, this system will be supplied with a second IO Ltd. cartridge so that one need never experience significant downtime should stylus repair of replacement become necessary. Also included is a custom made clip on device for the IO Ltd. power supply which improves the performance of the IO Ltd. cartridge. This can be attached in seconds and enables the owner to make comparisons with or without the device in place.

Manuals:

Manuals were never an ANUK strong point so whatever, I received as the original
owner is the buyer’s to have. I will say that over the years, repairs have not been an
issue but I have always received prompt attention and cooperation from the
factory whenever needed.

Boxes:

I have always kept and stored any original boxes for my system. The exception
was the packaging for the TT3 which was torn down from a pallet by the local ANUK dealer.
I have recently acquired a new set of boxes for the phono system from the
factory. These plus any additional packaging which is required for safe
shipping will be provided by me at no additional cost.

Other Comments:

Despite what anyone says in their listing, nothing substitutes for the buyer actually
listening to the system and examining all components to ensure everything is as
stated. I recommend that serious buyers come to hear the phono section as now
configured in an ANUK level 5 system. I am offering a fixed travel cost rebate
to the eventual buyer of my system. Terms to be discussed. Of course, I can
also provide references at the ANUK factory so that authenticity can be
checked.

Serious enquiries are welcome. Again, thank you for
reviewing this detailed listing.

Original list price:

Approximately $175,000US (I consider this to be irrelevant information
regarding offer price but people will ask anyway.)

Some of the original pictures are downloaded. When I try to download more of them they download as extremely blurry. The entire turntable system is boxed up, on a pallet and shrink wrapped for trucking.

Shipping, via LTL to the lower 48, and PP included. Ships on a pallet. Listed on other sites.