| Platform | Risk Level | Typical Condition | |----------|------------|-------------------| | | Medium | Often better preserved, but higher shipping cost | | eBay (global) | Medium-High | Wide range from "as-is" to restored | | HiFi forums (Audiokarma, VinylEngine, Reddit r/turntables) | Low | Private sellers, often serviced | | Japanese proxy stores (e.g., Jauce) | Medium | Can find cheaper untested units |