Laser Pick-up VAM01255 needed - SOLVED

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I have a BeoSound 9000, MK3, Type: 2571, Ser#: 1759 xxxx. The Laser unit is dead (had that before with another one), TM's run, cleaned the lens and under it, but still ... So I am going for replacement. Questions
  • I found some information that the laser unit for this model should be a VAM-1255. Is that correct? (Visually comparing, I think it is)
  • I see different ones with great difference in prices, even upon to €200. Anybody experience with ordering such laser pick-up u nit via eBay or AliExpress?
  The laser unit I took out:   I did read that there VAM-1255 and VAU-1255 units, that they are comparable, but that the VAM is the more robust and better quality Philips version. And the VAU is produced by Visteon or a Chinese OEM. So I assume I should get a VAM original.

Location: The Netherlands

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Found one at DKSoundParts.

Location: The Netherlands

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