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Baader Warranty

Baader Warranty

Baader Planetarium products are warranted by the original manufacturer for 2 years, for flawless optical and mechanical function under normal use (not necessarily cosmetic optical or physical appearance).  Warranty is void if the product has been misused or damaged. 

Alpine Astronomical is the official Baader Planetarium warranty center for N. America and provides support of in-warranty issues with their products.  Please note: The Baader Planetarium Warranty is only valid for items sold by Alpine Astronomical or through one of our Authorized Baader Dealers.  Proof of purchase location will be required for warranty support.  Grey market goods purchased through overseas vendors will not be warranted.  

APRIL 2026 WINNER

Martin Bernier: Sombrero Galaxy (M104)

Martin Bernier: Sombrero Galaxy (M104)

This image stood out thanks to its beautifully natural processing, outstanding detail in the dust lane, and the impressive contrast between the bright galactic core and the deep background sky. The clean composition and sharpness perfectly showcase the elegance and beauty of this legendary galaxy.

The Sombrero Galaxy (M104) is one of the most iconic galaxies in the night sky. Located about 31 million light-years away, it is famous for its bright central core and dramatic dark dust lane, giving it the appearance of a giant cosmic sombrero floating through space.

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MARCH 2026 Winner

Yanick Brassard : Medusa Nebula

Yanick Brassard : Medusa Nebula

His stunning capture of the Medusa Nebula impressed us with incredible detail, beautiful processing, and an outstanding final result.

The Medusa Nebula is a faint planetary nebula located about 1,500 light-years away in the constellation Gemini.

This intricate cloud of glowing gas was created when a dying star expelled its outer layers into space thousands of years ago. Its delicate filamentary structure and eerie appearance are what gave it the name “Medusa.”

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