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Since 1982.

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STEREO TURNTABLES
VINTAGE AND USED
RESTORED WITH A 30 day WARRANTY

Vintage Stereo Turntables: Serviced / Refurbished / Restored / Used / vintage stereo turntables & phonographs. Second-hand Record players for 33 1/3, 45, 16, & 78 RPM players by Technics SL, Pioneer PL series, Sony PS / TT, Sansui FR, Technics SL, stereo turntables & phonographs from the 1960's / Sixties, 1970's / Seventies, 1980's / Eighties.

VINTAGE STEREO TURNTABLES:

 
 

         

         

       NEW LISTING 12/9/2022
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warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE MARANTZ STEREO TURNTABLE
MARANTZ 6110 (aka 6050)
BELT DRIVE
SEMI-AUTOMATIC
TURNTABLE
Circa 1978-1980
 #...0579
Made in Japan
for sale

ü Our technician has completely and EXTENSIVELY gone through and 'Certified' this unit cleaning inside and out, COMPLETELY DISASSEMBLING, cleaning and re-lubricating internal mechanisms and the balance of efforts listed below.

ü Refurb / restore included lubricating mechanism, adjusting tone arm and testing performance.

ü New belt installed (twice) for trouble-free service (first and commonly spec'd belt is incorrect for this turntable (same issue we encountered with the Bose 360. In fact, the tech remarked that this is a very similar table on the inside). We later sourced one from a knowledgeable / legit source instead of the common 'on-line' auction site.

ü Tone-arm, plastic 'over-lock' arm still intact and functioning properly

ü Speed checked and verified for accuracy with factory test strobe disc and is >99% for 33.3 & 45 RPM.

ü Gimbal bearing, counter weight and anti-skating all adjusted and verified for accuracy. 

ü Original dust cover just had good buff, and looks quite nice with most of the scuffing / scratching removed. Some minor striations / wear will still be visible depending on the angle of light. Both All-Metal hinges function fine including holding the dust cover in it's upright position. There is a 'closed' crack in the rear of the dust cover, near one of the hinges, but doesn't seem to be moving, and doesn't affect function of cover or hinge. Original rubber mat, still supple and flexible with no hardening.

ü Feet were disintegrated (as they were natural rubber) so we are including a set of our "made for us by Sorbothane", Sorbothane turntable Iso-Pods.  

ü We also re-installed and adjusted tone-arm for another, Stanton 500 cartridge and optimized the tone arm for it.

ü Cartridge / head shell ‘overhang’ adjusted using shop Stevens calibration scale.

ü Tested / analyzed and passed for motor noise and 60Hz hum (interestingly, no 'ground wire' required for this table).

ü Unit tested with our myriad of test records, one of which included; Shures' 'Cartridge Obstacle Course' record

Total technician time to restore ~6 HOURS!
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You can readily connect this table to any receiver, Integrated amplifier with a standard magnetic phono input, or a Pre-amp. Again, this table now looks and works great!!
  
Simple, well built, Marantz 6110 (tech noted that it looks very similar to the Bose 360 on the inside), quiet running / Belt Drive, Semi-Automatic stereo turntable! Aluminum platter to reduce resonance for quieter performance. Suspended "sub-chassis" Plinth for damping outside vibrations. Classic "S", tone arm. Great all-around turntable, and one of the more 'handsome' tables we've had in a long time, I think.

Marantz 6110 Features:
  
- Belt Drive platter system for ultra quiet operation
- Semi-Automatic or Manual operation
- Classic "S" tone arm tube
- Standard 1/2" mount quick disconnect "Universal" head shell
- Gimbal bearing assembly
- Adjustable tracking and anti-skating force
- Plays 33 or 45 RPM discs
- "Oil-damped / Viscous" tone-arm cueing.


Marantz 6110 Turntable Specifications:
 
Motor and Turntable Drive System: Synchronous, 4-pole, AC Motor / Belt drive platter
Platter: 300mm / 11 13/16" diameter, die-cast, Aluminum & 1.6 lbs (including rubber mat)
Speeds: 33 1/3 and 45 rpm
Speed Deviation: +/- 1.33% (for either speed)
Tone arm Type: Static balance type, S-arm tube, w/ 1/2" mount
Effective Arm Length: 215mm / 8 25/64"
Overhang: 15mm (5/8")
Offset Angle: 23°
Wow & Flutter: 0.08% @ 33 1/3 RPM WRMS
Rumble: -60dB DIN
Cartridge type: Accepts all 1/2" "Standard" mount
Cartridge Weight / Force adjustment range: 0g - 3.0g
Anti-Skate Device mechanism: Hanging weight

Stanton 500 Cartridge Specifications:
Frequency Response: 20 to 17 kHz.
Output @ 1kHz: 6.0mV.
Channel Separation @ 1 kHz: 30dB.
Channel Balance @ 1 kHz: within 2 dB.
Tracking Force: 2 to 5 grams.
Stylus Type and Tip Shape: Diamond / High Polish 0.7 Spherical.
  
Again, this table has been completely gone through by our table technician. Table looks and works great! Very heavy table delivers high quality performance. Great "all around" table for utility use, and ready to spin your vinyl through those vintage speakers you own. Comes with an e-copy / pdf download of the Marantz 6110 owners / users manual. Measures 17.75" wide x 13.75" deep x 6.25" tall and weighs 13 lbs unpacked. Comes with our standard 30 day limited warranty.
Marantz 6110
Cond. 8.5
$529.
W/ DUST COVER
 
 w/ Stanton Diamond stylus cartridge installed
and a fresh set of our Sorbothane Iso-Pods

To connect to computer for burning CD's just find an inexpensive Phono Pre-Amp (typically $35-$50).

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       NEW LISTING 12/9/2022
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warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE BOSE STEREO TURNTABLE
BOSE 360
BELT DRIVE
FULLY MANUAL
TURNTABLE
Circa late 1970's-1980
 #...1086
Made in Japan
for sale

Original and discovered issues: belt melted. Motor running noisy. Dust cover cosmetically rough. All feet / pads and vibration dampeners disintegrated. Cantilever bent rendering cartridge non-functional. Found lower, motor bushing 'spinning' on mount. Originally 'specd' belt that was available on line to be incorrect which causes dragging on speed change lever.

ü Our technician has completely and EXTENSIVELY gone through and 'Certified' this unit cleaning inside and out, COMPLETELY DISASSEMBLING, cleaning and re-lubricating internal mechanisms and the balance of efforts listed below.

ü Motor completely disassembled, cleaned and lubed.

ü Motor also had it's lower bushing not being held properly. Tech re-sprung gripping mechanism to restore proper function. Now quite and smooth with proper lube.

ü Refurb / restore included lubricating mechanism, adjusting tone arm and testing performance.

ü New belt installed (twice) for trouble-free service (first and commonly spec'd belt is incorrect for this turntable. We later sourced one from a knowledgeable / legit source instead of the common 'on-line' auction site.

ü Tone-arm, plastic 'over-lock' arm still intact and functioning properly

ü Speed checked and verified for accuracy with factory test strobe disc and is 98% for 33.3 & 45 RPM.

ü Gimbal bearing, counter weight and anti-skating all adjusted and verified for accuracy. 

ü Original dust cover just had fair buff, and looks decent with most of the scuffing / scratching / clouding removed. Some wear will still be visible depending on the angle of light. Both All-Metal hinges function fine including holding the dust cover in it's upright position. There is a 'closed' crack in the rear of the dust cover, near one of the hinges, but doesn't seem to be moving, and doesn't affect function of cover or hinge. Original rubber mat, still supple and flexible with no hardening.

ü New feet / pods sourced from another table and installed.

ü We also re-installed and adjusted tone-arm for another, Audio-Technica AT-1110 cartridge and optimized the tone arm for it.

ü Cartridge / head shell ‘overhang’ adjusted using shop Stevens calibration scale.

ü Tested / analyzed and passed for motor noise and 60Hz hum (interestingly, no 'ground wire' required for this table).

ü Unit tested with our myriad of test records, one of which included; Shures' 'Cartridge Obstacle Course' record

Total technician time to restore ~9.5 HOURS!
  ____________________________

You can readily connect this table to any receiver, Integrated amplifier with a standard magnetic phono input, or a Pre-amp. Again, this table now looks and works great!!
  
Simple, well built, Bose 360, quiet running / Belt Drive, Fully Manual stereo turntable! Aluminum platter to reduce resonance for quieter performance. Suspended "sub-chassis" Plinth for damping outside vibrations. Classic "S", tone arm. Very Solid performer.

Bose 360 Features:
  
- Belt Drive platter system for ultra quiet operation
- 'Floating' plinth / platter / tone-arm for environmental noise isolation
- Fully Manual operation
- Classic "S" tone arm tube
- Standard 1/2" mount quick disconnect "Universal" head shell
- Gimbal bearing assembly
- Adjustable tracking and anti-skating force
- 'Lateral' Arm balance weight
- Plays 33 or 45 RPM discs
- "Oil-damped / Viscous" tone-arm cueing.
  
Again, this table has been completely gone through by our table technician. Technician note: "Very ROBUST motor". Table looks and works great! Very heavy table delivers high quality performance. Great "all around" table for utility use, and ready to spin your vinyl through those vintage speakers you own. Measures 17.25" wide x 14" deep x 6.25" tall and weighs 14.5 lbs unpacked. Comes with our standard 30 day limited warranty.
BOSE 360
Cond. 8.5
$469.
(C) M.S.
W/ DUST COVER
 
 w/ Audio-Technica Diamond stylus cartridge installed

To connect to computer for burning CD's just find an inexpensive Phono Pre-Amp (typically $35-$50).

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       NEW LISTING 12/9/2022
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warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE YAMAHA STEREO TURNTABLE
YAMAHA P-450 / P450
#...7112
FULLY-AUTOMATIC
QUIET, BELT DRIVE
MADE IN JAPAN
Circa 1977-79
SOLD 1/18/2024
SHIPPING TO DIRK IN NEW JERSEY

ü Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit, cleaning inside and out, lubricating mechanism, adjusting tone arm lead out and testing performance.
 
ü Partial disassembly of internal 'Auto' mechanisms, cleaned and re-lubed.
 
ü Platter spindle disassembled, cleaned of old lube and re-lubed.
 
ü Gimbal bearing, counter weight and anti-skating all adjusted.
 
ü Tone arm Lead-In and Lead-Out adjusted.
 
ü Tone arm bearing perfectly smooth in operation.

ü Original drive belt reconditioned for trouble-free service
 
ü Speed checked and verified for accuracy with technician's factory test strobe disc against built-in strobe at 99+%.

ü Gel damped cueing mechanism works smoothly, and brings tone arm STRAIGHT UP & DOWN (no angling or skewing following adjustment).
 
ü Original rubber mat, still supple and flexible with no hardening.
 
ü Original dust cover just had a buff (6-sided) and looks GREAT, with only typical scratches or scuffs (really looks fine).  No cracks or splits, even around the hinge flanges
 
ü Original dustcover hinges still on unit, but springs have had the typical 'blow out' of their plastic housing, so dust cover will need to be held up by hand, or simply utilized as a 'lift off'

ü Tone-arm, plastic 'over-lock' arm still intact and functioning properly

ü RCA Output cables checked for consistent signal flow and defects
 
 ü We installed a NEW Audio-Technica AT-90, diamond stylus, Magnetic Cartridge (w/ 'universal kit') and optimized the tone arm for it (If you prefer an up-grade you may also choose from our selection of new Audio Technica cartridges that we can also set up and ship with it for the additional cartridge cost.)
 
ü Cartridge / head shell ‘overhang’ adjusted using shop Stevens calibration scale.

ü Tested / analyzed and passed for motor noise and 60Hz hum.

ü Unit tested with our myriad of test records, one of which included; Shures' 'Cartridge Obstacle Course' record

ü Unit test cycled through 12+ LP’s flawlessly
 
Following the above technical restore work, this table looks fine, functions perfectly and sounds great!
Great condition, Quiet Belt Drive, Fully Auto, Yamaha P-450 Turntable. Utilizes a head-shell for standard fit, 1/2" mount cartridges (again, the table comes with a FRESH / NEW "Audio-Technica AT-90" Cartridge pre-installed from us.
Good solid performer. Looks good, works fine, reliable and easy to use. What else do you need?!
You can readily connect this table to any receiver (including 'modern / A/V / Home Theater receivers) or Integrated amplifier with a standard magnetic phono input, or an external Phono Pre-amp. To connect to computer for burning CD's just use and inexpensive Phono Pre-Amp ($30-$40 typically).

Yamaha P-450 Turntable Features include:

- Super quiet, Belt Drive
- Fully-Automatic operation
- Die-Case, Aluminum platter / rubber mat assembly
- Static Balance, "Straight Tube" tone arm
- Standard 1/2" mount quick disconnect head shell
- 33 1/3 and 45 RPM speeds
- Silicone Gel damped tone arm cuing
- Adjustable Tracking force
- Adjustable Anti-Skating
- Infinite Repeat Play Function (as long as selector is in "Repeat" position)
- Record Size selector for Automatic operation
- Spring loaded feet suspension for damping vibrations
 
Yamaha P-450 Turntable Specifications:
 
Motor and Turntable Drive System: DC FG Servo motor / Belt drive platter
Platter: 300mm / 12" diameter, die-cast, Aluminum & 1lb / 9oz (including rubber mat)
Speeds: 33 1/3 and 45 rpm
Pitch Control Range: +/- 3% (for either speed)
Tone arm Type: Static balance type, Straight arm tube, w/ 1/2" mount, Angled head-shell (2.5g, resin w/20% carbon fiber).
Arm Length (Total / Effective): - 290mm / 222mm (11 13/32" / 8.75"
Arm Bearing Sensitivity / resistance: Vertical 10mg, Horizontal 30mg
Overhang: 16mm (5/8")
Offset Angle: 23°
Wow & Flutter: 0.04% @ 33 1/3 RPM WRMS
S/N: >70dB DIN B
Cartridge type: Accepts all 1/2" "Standard" mount
Cartridge Weight / Force adjustment range: 2.5g - 10.0g
PU Cable Capacitance / Resistance: 100 pF / 1Ω
Anti-Skate Device mechanism: Direct Reading, Spring Operated

Audio-Technica Cartridge Specifications:

The Audio-Technica AT-90. Will fit turntables requiring either a P-mount or standard mount cartridge. Another great performing cartridge offering above average performance with-out breaking the bank. Features a Bonded Diamond stylus.
Specs are as follows:

Frequency Response: 20-20kHz
Output: 2.5 mV
Recommended Vertical Tracking Force: 1.0-1.5 grams
Channel Separation: 24dB @ 1k and 15dB @ 10kHz
Recommended loading impedance: 47K ohms (standard, requires only standard phono pre-amp built-into most gear).
 
Again, this table has been completely gone through and original dust cover just had a fresh, 6-Side buff and not only is crack free, but for the most part free of distracting scuffs / scratches. Only very minor cosmetic wear. Hinges and 'hinge areas' of dust cover completely intact, however, as stated above, the hinge springs no longer hold the cover upright. The entire table overall looks good. Entire table Works great and is ready to go! You will not be disappointed in this table for all around use. Comes with an e-copy / pdf download of the Yamaha P-450 Owners / Users manual. Measures 17.3" wide x 14.75" deep x 5.2" tall and weighs 11 lbs unpacked. Includes our standard 30 day limited warranty.
YAMAHA P-450 STEREO TURNTABLE w/ NEW AT-90 CART
Cond. 8.5
 (Cons.) M.S.
SOLD 1/18/2024
SHIPPING TO DIRK IN NEW JERSEY

 & w/ NEW Audio-Technica AT-90, Diamond stylus cartridge installed and original, 'CRACK FREE' DUST COVER (no, NOT "FREE Crack"!, "CRACK Free".)

To connect to computer for burning CD's or to a modern A/V receiver that does not have phono inputs, just pickup an inexpensive phono pre-amp (typically about $30-$50.)

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       NEW LISTING 12/9/2022
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warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE PIONEER STEREO TURNTABLE
PIONEER PL-12D-II
BELT DRIVE
FULLY MANUAL
TURNTABLE
Circa 1976-78
 #...74MP
Made in Japan
SOLD 11/30/2023
SHIPPING TO UTAH

Original and discovered issues: Recent and functioning belt, but spindle pulley and platter had residue / evidence of disintegrated belt in the past. Platter spindle has 'stiff' lube. Platter mat hardened. 'Stiff' lube throughout. Motor running 'stiffly' due to old lube in bushings. Dust cover cosmetically fair.

ü Our technician has completely and EXTENSIVELY gone through and 'Certified' this unit cleaning inside and out, COMPLETELY DISASSEMBLING, cleaning and re-lubricating internal mechanisms and the balance of efforts listed below.

ü Motor completely disassembled, bushings cleaned and lubed.

ü Refurb / restore included lubricating mechanism, adjusting tone arm and testing performance.

ü Platter spindle removed, old 'gooey' lube solvent removed and re-lubed w/ 20W.

ü Hardened platter mat replaced with much heavier and supple version

ü New,  and "*CORRECT" belt installed for trouble-free service ("CORRECT" meaning NOT the one that's commonly advertised for this table. The commonly spec'd belt is incorrect for this turntable. We later sourced one from a knowledgeable / legit source instead of the common 'on-line' auction site. The incorrect one is too wide and will drag on the speed change forks and not be allowed to ride on the correct part of the motor spindle)

ü Tone-arm, plastic arm-lock still intact and functioning properly

ü Speed checked and verified for accuracy with factory test strobe disc and is 99% for 33.3 & 45 RPM @ +1%.

ü Gimbal bearing, counter weight and anti-skating all adjusted and verified for accuracy. 

ü Original dust cover just had fresh buff, and looks GREAT with most of the visible wear removed. Some wear will still be visible depending on the angle of light. Both All-Metal hinges function fine including holding the dust cover in it's upright position. There is a 'closed' crack in the rear of the dust cover, near one of the hinges, but doesn't seem to be moving, and doesn't affect function of cover or hinge. 

ü We also re-installed and adjusted tone-arm for a Shure M55E cartridge and optimized the tone arm for it.

ü Cartridge / head shell ‘overhang’ adjusted using shop Stevens calibration scale.

ü Tested / analyzed and passed for motor noise and 60Hz hum

ü Unit tested with our myriad of test records, one of which included; Shures' 'Cartridge Obstacle Course' record

Total technician time to restore ~5 HOURS!
  ____________________________

You can readily connect this table to any receiver, Integrated amplifier with a standard magnetic phono input, or a Pre-amp. Again, this table now looks and works great!!

Again, this table looks and works great!!
  
Simple, well built, Pioneer PL-12D-II, quiet running / Belt Drive, Fully Manual stereo turntable! Aluminum platter to reduce resonance for quieter performance. Suspended "sub-chassis" Plinth for damping outside vibrations. Classic "S", tone arm. Very Solid performer.
Pioneer PL-12D-II Features:
  
- Belt Drive platter system for ultra quiet operation
- 'Floating' plinth / platter / tone-arm for environmental noise isolation
- Fully Manual operation
- Classic "S" tone arm tube
- Standard 1/2" mount quick disconnect "Universal" head shell
- Gimbal bearing assembly
- Adjustable tracking and anti-skating force
- 'Lateral' Arm balance weight
- Overhang Check built into plinth
- Plays 33 or 45 RPM discs
- "Oil-damped / Viscous" tone-arm cueing.
 
Pioneer PL-12D-II Specifications:
  
Motor type: Synchronous 4-Pole   
Turntable Drive System: Belt drive
Platter: 12" / 300mm diameter, die-cast Aluminum alloy, 2 lb (w/ mat)
Speeds: 33 1/3 and 45 rpm
Tone arm Type: Static balance type, S-Shaped arm tube
Effective Arm Length: 22.1cm
WOW & Flutter: <0.08% WRMS
Rumble: >48dB
Counter Weight range: 0-4g
Effective Cartridge Overall Weight range: 4-10g
  
Again, this table has been completely gone through by our table technician. Table looks and works great! Very heavy table delivers high quality performance. Great "all around" table for utility use, and ready to spin your vinyl through those vintage speakers you own. Measures 17" wide x 13.75" deep x 6.5" tall and weighs 16.5 lbs unpacked.  Includes a pdf, 'e' copy, download of the Pioneer PL-12D-II owners / users / instruction manual, and Service Manual if user desires. Comes with our standard 90 day limited warranty.
PIONEER PL-12D-II
Cond. 8.5
SOLD 11/30/2023
SHIPPING TO UTAH
W/ DUST COVER
 
 w/ Shure, Elliptical, Diamond stylus cartridge installed

To connect to computer for burning CD's or to a modern A/V receiver that does not have phono inputs, just pickup an inexpensive phono pre-amp (typically about $30-$50.)

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         NEW LISTING 6/29/2022
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  warranty
FULLY SERVICED / REFURBISHED
VINTAGE TECHNICS TURNTABLE
TECHNICS SL-B350 / SLB35
FULLY AUTOMATIC / BELT DRIVE
TURNTABLE
#...C521
Made in Japan
Circa early 1980’s ('81-'82 likely)
SOLD 2/19/2024
SHIPPING TO TIMOTHY

ü Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit cleaning inside and out, removing 35+ year old 'stiff' grease that almost always impedes mechanism movement, cleaning and re-lubricating mechanism, adjusting tone arm height, lead OUT and 'auto return' mechanism and testing performance.

ü All controls removed, cleaned and degreased

ü Internal speed pots, cleaned as initial 'speed adjustment' would not stabilize. Following cleaning, then adjusted for centering and speed checked and verified for accuracy with our factory test strobe disc against built-in strobe monitor.

ü Resolved 'jammed' internal mechanism

ü New / Fresh belt installed (we actually reconditioned the original belt for our bench work as it was in fine condition, but ordered a PROPER new belt and installed following service work and tested for correct speed)

ü External / 'user' adjustable platter speed potentiometers cleaned for smooth speed transition and 'glitch-free' adjustment.

ü Gimbal bearing in great condition with no vertical or horizontal drag.

ü 'Auto' mechanism adjusted and tested.

ü Original rubber mat, still supple and flexible with no hardening.

ü New 'Ground' wire installed w/ 'Spade' lug

ü New RCA patch cables included

ü Original feet in fine condition.

ü We also re-installed and tested the existing, Audio-Technica ‘AT98E’, elliptically cut Diamond, magnetic cartridge.

You can readily connect this table to any receiver, Integrated amplifier with a standard magnetic phono input, or a Pre-amp. To connect to computer for burning CD's just order one of our inexpensive Phono Pre-Amps and cable kits.

ü Original dustcover had a moderate buff, and while still has some lite scuffing, it looks decent. While one of the 'hinge tabs' has had the end severed at some point, the hinges hold it upright fairly well.

ü Tested / analyzed and passed for motor noise and 60Hz hum.

ü Unit tested with our myriad of test records, one of which included; Shures' 'Cartridge Obstacle Course' record

ü Unit test cycled through 6 LP’s flawlessly.

Great performing Technics SL-B350, Belt Drive, Fully Automatic turntable. Following the above restoration, we tested automatic functions through 6 LP sides, and it functions correctly, performs well and sounds great. Cosmetically the table looks great. The original dust cover is included, but is not 'issue free'. It was typically 'scuffed on the top when it arrived, but did get some moderate buffing which 'helped' it look much better and is now decent looking. Again, the original plastic tabs are in 'functional' condition with one being split off shorter. The original hinges are in good shape and do allow the dust cover to be held in it's 'UP' position.

Technics SL-B350 Turntable Features:
 
- ‘Super-Quiet’ Belt Drive
- Fully-Automatic Operation (arm starts and auto returns when finished)
 - Automatic record sensors to adjust starting position and as a safety to insure that the stylus is not lowered onto the platter with out a record
- F.G. (Frequency Generator) motor
- Aluminum-alloy, die-cast platter w/ strobe markings
 - Super low mass straight tone arm
- User variable pitch control with strobe monitoring
 - Easy to change "P-Mount" cartridge
- Fixed (for "P-Mount") Tracking and 'Anti-Skating' force
-  50 / 60 Hz Strobe monitoring for platter
- 33 1/3 and 45 RPM speeds
- High Viscosity, 500,000 silicone Oil damped tone arm cuing
- Built-in /’cuing / night light’ for use low lit rooms
 -  Rubber Isolation feet for vibration dampening
 
AT-98E Phono Cartridge Specifications (based on "92ECD" specs):

The Audio-Technica AT98E phono cartridge offers P-mount T4P convenience, high performance and musical accuracy. It is a quality P-mount cartridge.
Output voltage @ 1kHz, 5cm/sec: 3.5mV
Channel balance: within ~1.25dB
Channel separation (minimum): ~29dB @ 1000Hz
Frequency response: ~15Hz-27kHz
Stylus type: 0.0003 x 0.0007 inch elliptical
Cantilever construction: Alloy tube
Tracking force range: 1.25 - 1.5 g
Recommended load resistance: 47k ohms

Again, our turntable tech has completely gone through it testing for speed accuracy, rumble, wow & flutter, noise isolation, tone-arm 'Auto' functions and lubed internal mechanism. Also installed a new belt for trouble-free service. Original dust cover is in good shape as mentioned above (barring the chipped tab) after a fresh 'lite' plastic buff / hand polish. Table looks good and works great! Comes with a great performing, AT98E, Elliptically cut, diamond stylus cartridge. Ready to play!!! Measures 17" wide x 14.5" deep x 4.5" tall and weighs 9 lbs unpacked. Comes with our standard 30 day limited warranty.
RESTORED / REFURBISHED TECHNICS SL-B350 STEREO TURNTABLE
Cond. 8.5+
SOLD 2/19/2024
SHIPPING TO TIMOTHY

W/ DUST COVER
&
'AT-98E' Elliptical Diamond stylus cartridge installed

To connect to computer for burning CD's or to a modern A/V receiver that does not have phono inputs, just pickup an inexpensive phono pre-amp (typically about $30-$50.)

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       NEW LISTING 12/9/2022
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warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
MCS / TECHNICS 6601 STEREO TURNTABLE
MODEL 683-6601
 #...A284
SEMI-AUTOMATIC* / DIRECT DRIVE
W/ PICKERING CARTRIDGE!!!
Circa 1978 thru early 80's
Made in Japan
for sale
  
ü  Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit, cleaning inside and out, including degrease, then lubricating mechanism, adjusting tone arm lead out and testing performance.

ü  'Lead-Out' able to be adjusted following de-greasing of mechanism

ü  User accessible speed controls cleaned

ü  Internal speed control pots cleaned and center point adjusted on both.

ü  Gimbal bearing, counter weight and anti-skating all adjusted and verified for accuracy.

ü  Tone arm bearing perfectly smooth in operation.

ü  Speed checked and verified for accuracy with technician's factory test strobe disc against built-in strobe.

ü  Original rubber mat, still supple and flexible with no hardening.

ü  Pickering Cartridge that came with it has a Diamond stylus installed, and tested with Shure's 'Obstacle Coarse' test LP.

You can readily connect this table to any receiver, Integrated amplifier with a standard magnetic phono input, or a Pre-amp. To connect to computer for burning CD's just order one of our inexpensive Phono Pre-Amps and cable kits.
This table looks and works great!
  
MCS 6601 Turntable Features: 
    
- Super stable, Direct Drive design
- Semi-automatic operation* (these are silk-screened "Automatic", which could be assumed to be "Fully Automatic", but they are indeed "Semi-Auto", which means you 'manually' start the platter and cue the tone arm by hand, then you can either pull the 'Stop' lever or wait till the record finishes to have the table 'Automatically' return the tone arm and stop the platter)
- Tubular / Classic "S" tone arm
- Oil Damped tone arm cueing
- 33 & 45 RPM speeds
- Independent Speed Controls for 33 & 45
- Adjustable, Strobe Monitored speed / "Pitch" control
- Standard 1/2" cartridge mount
- Removable 'Universal' / Standard 1/2" mount head-shell (head-shell is not removable on many MCS tables which makes cartridge changes difficult)
- Adjustable Tracking force (Infinitely variable, not simply 'presets' like other MCS tables)
- Adjustable Anti-Skate system
  
MCS 6601 TUNTABLE SPECIFICATIONS:
   
Turntable Drive System: Direct drive
Motor: Ultra Low RPM, Brushless, High Torque, DC motor
Platter: 12 1/8" / 31cm, Die-cast, HEAVY 3.5 lb Aluminum
Speeds: 33 1/3 and 45 rpm (adjustable)
Pitch / Speed Control: Electronic +/- 10%
Rumble: ≤-73dB (IEC98A weighted)
Wow & Flutter: ≤0.03% WRMS
Tone arm Type: Static balance type, "S" arm tube, Angle Cartridge mount on Ball Bearing Gimbol mechanism
Effective Arm Length: 9 1/16" / 230cm
Overhang: 15mm / 19/32"
Cartridge type: Standard 1/2" mount
Tonearm Weight adjustment Range: 0-~3 grams (cartridge only)
Gross Cartridge Weight Range: 4.5-~7.5 grams (cartridge only)
12.5-~15.5 grams (including head-shell)

Great working, Technics built, MCS 6601 Semi-automatic turntable. It's a very well built turntable featuring Direct drive for stable operation and a super quality classic "S" shaped tone arm with standard 1/2" mount head shell. Also features adjustable tracking and anti-skating force and an oil damped Tone-Arm cuing lift control. Will play 33 or 45 RPM discs. Sorry, but no dust cover with this table. Again, as stated above, the entire table inside and out (especially inside) has been completely reconditioned and all functions test fine and overall, the table looks great!  This is a great "all around" table that you won't be disappointed in. WAAAAYYYY better than the current crop of very 'plastic feeling' tables coming out of China. Measures 18" wide x 15.5" deep x 5.5" tall and weighs 13 lbs unpacked. Includes our standard 30 day limited warranty.
TECHNICS BUILT MCS 6601 STEREO TURNTABLE
Cond. 8.5
 W/ Pickering Cartridge / Stylus
$399.  
(C) R.R.

To connect to computer for burning CD's or to a modern A/V receiver that does not have phono inputs, just pickup an inexpensive phono pre-amp (typically about $30-$50.)

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CHANGER / STACKER TABLES LISTED BELOW. 
Tables with ceramic cartridges can be connected to any AUX, Tape input, CD input, Computer Sound Card input or any input on any receiver / integrated amplifier regardless of whether it has a phono pre-amp or not. 
Tables with ceramic cartridges and non-adjustable tone arms, are generally not recommended for critical listening situations, recordings and / or if your record collection is in above average condition and you want to keep it that way. If any of the previous criteria apply, you should consider one of the higher quality turntables listed above utilizing magnetic cartridges and fully adjustable, more critically designed tone arms. Please email or phone with any questions.
 

HOPEFULLY 2X DUAL STACKERS COMING SOON AS OF 12/9/2022
 

Note: The "Changer / Stacker" functions will generally work best when used with pre 1980's albums due to the 
 larger center hole diameter of older records. They also can sometimes work with up to 4 or 5 albums and even 6 on some table / record combinations, 
 but generally function best with 3 or less stacked at a time. Occasionally a 'stacker / changer' will either 'not drop' a record, or may drop more than one at a time. The physics of the mechanism / record hold size and internal shape will be different on various records, and it's not, nor never was a 'fine science'. Having said that, stacked records will 'drop and play' in order, just fine, the majority of the time on a fully serviced / properly refurbished record changer / stacker.
 Also, for optimum performance, special a special stylus is required for 78 RPM records. While you will get sound from a stylus designed for normal / 33 / 45 RPM records, it is best not to use the same stylus for both 78's and that is used for 33 1/3's / 45's.
 

OUR PRIVATE LISTENING / AUDITIONING
SYSTEM
      

RECENTLY
SOLD / SHIPPED TABLES BELOW:
 

         

           NEW LISTING 5/21/2022
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  warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
MCS / TECHNICS 6601 STEREO TURNTABLE
MODEL 683-6601
 #...A773
SEMI-AUTOMATIC* / DIRECT DRIVE
W/ SHURE CARTRIDGE!!!
Circa 1978 thru early 80's
Made in Japan
SOLD 10/31/2022
SHIPPING TO GREG IN OHIO
  
ü  Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit, cleaning inside and out, including degrease, then lubricating mechanism, adjusting tone arm lead out and testing performance.

ü  'Lead-Out' able to be adjusted following de-greasing of mechanism

ü  User accessible speed controls cleaned

ü  Internal speed control pots cleaned and center point adjusted on both.

ü  Gimbal bearing, counter weight and anti-skating all adjusted and verified for accuracy.

ü  Tone arm bearing perfectly smooth in operation.

ü  Speed checked and verified for accuracy with technician's factory test strobe disc against built-in strobe.

ü  Original rubber mat, still supple and flexible with no hardening.

ü  Shure Hi-Tracker Cartridge with Diamond stylus installed, and tested with Shure's 'Obstacle Coarse' test LP.

You can readily connect this table to any receiver, Integrated amplifier with a standard magnetic phono input, or a Pre-amp. To connect to computer for burning CD's just order one of our inexpensive Phono Pre-Amps and cable kits.
This table looks and works great!
  
MCS 6601 Turntable Features: 
    
- Super stable, Direct Drive design
- Semi-automatic operation* (these are silk-screened "Automatic", which could be assumed to be "Fully Automatic", but they are indeed "Semi-Auto", which means you 'manually' start the platter and cue the tone arm by hand, then you can either pull the 'Stop' lever or wait till the record finishes to have the table 'Automatically' return the tone arm and stop the platter)
- Tubular / Classic "S" tone arm
- Oil Damped tone arm cueing
- 33 & 45 RPM speeds
- Independent Speed Controls for 33 & 45
- Adjustable, Strobe Monitored speed / "Pitch" control
- Standard 1/2" cartridge mount
- Removable 'Universal' / Standard 1/2" mount head-shell (head-shell is not removable on many MCS tables which makes cartridge changes difficult)
- Adjustable Tracking force (Infinitely variable, not simply 'presets' like other MCS tables)
- Adjustable Anti-Skate system
  
MCS 6601 TUNTABLE SPECIFICATIONS:
   
Turntable Drive System: Direct drive
Motor: Ultra Low RPM, Brushless, High Torque, DC motor
Platter: 12 1/8" / 31cm, Die-cast, HEAVY 3.5 lb Aluminum
Speeds: 33 1/3 and 45 rpm (adjustable)
Pitch / Speed Control: Electronic +/- 10%
Rumble: ≤-73dB (IEC98A weighted)
Wow & Flutter: ≤0.03% WRMS
Tone arm Type: Static balance type, "S" arm tube, Angle Cartridge mount on Ball Bearing Gimbol mechanism
Effective Arm Length: 9 1/16" / 230cm
Overhang: 15mm / 19/32"
Cartridge type: Standard 1/2" mount
Tonearm Weight adjustment Range: 0-~3 grams (cartridge only)
Gross Cartridge Weight Range: 4.5-~7.5 grams (cartridge only)
12.5-~15.5 grams (including head-shell)

Shure 2215 / N93E cartridge / Stylus Specs:

Output voltage @ 1kHz, 5cm/sec: 6.2mV!!!
Channel balance: within 2dB
Channel separation @ 1kHz: 20dB
Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
Stylus type: 0.4 x 0.7 mil Bi-Radial
Tracking force range: 1.5 - 3 g
Mounting: P-mount with a separate adapter for 1/2 inch mount installation
  
Great working, Technics built, MCS 6601 Semi-automatic turntable. It's a very well built turntable featuring Direct drive for stable operation and a super quality classic "S" shaped tone arm with standard 1/2" mount head shell. Also features adjustable tracking and anti-skating force and an oil damped Tone-Arm cuing lift control. Will play 33 or 45 RPM discs. **Original dust cover comes with it, but the hinge tabs are compromised, so you can still utilize it as a 'lift off' cover. Again, as stated above, the entire table inside and out (especially inside) has been completely reconditioned and all functions test fine and overall, the table looks great!  This is a great "all around" table that you won't be disappointed in. WAAAAYYYY better than the current crop of very 'plastic feeling' tables coming out of China. Measures 18" wide x 15.5" deep x 5.5" tall and weighs 13 lbs unpacked. Includes our standard 30 day limited warranty.
TECHNICS BUILT MCS 6601 STEREO TURNTABLE
Cond. 8.5
 W/ Shure 2215 / 93E Cartridge / Stylus & Dust Cover**
(C) R.R.
SOLD 10/31/2022
SHIPPING TO GREG IN OHIO
 

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NEW LISTING 9/3/2021
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warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE DUAL 1242
FULLY AUTOMATIC STACKER / CHANGER & / OR SINGLE-PLAY TURNTABLE
VARIO-BELT DRIVE
 MADE IN WEST GERMANY
#...0527
Circa 1978-79
SOLD 10/13/2021
SHIPPING TO DAVID IN FLORIDA

Original observations; "No platter movement under it's own power. 'Automatic' arm functions very stiff when platter was manually manipulated due to varnished / stiff lubes. Belt stretched. Style broken off, and cartridge has hum, even with ground wire connected. Closed crack near dust cover hinge area. Pitch belt broken....All typical of 40-50 year old Duals"

ü  Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit, cleaning inside and out, lubricating mechanism, adjusting tone arm lead out and testing performance.
 
ü Entire automatic mechanism COMPLETELY disassembled, de-greased, cleaned and re-lubed, (never an easy task on 'auto' turntables) including; the 'Actuating Slide and Pawl', and both plates.

ü 'Speed Change' mechanism disassembled, de-greased, cleaned and re-lubed

ü All internal rubber parts reconditioned including, of course, the idler wheel.

ü #SM_860-1 Drive motor completely disassembled, cleaned and re-lubed.

ü Steuerpimpel replaced (this is a 'MUST DO')

ü Steuerpimpel glider pad in fine shape, and fully operational
 
ü Platter bearing disassembled, cleaned of old lube and re-lubed.
 
ü Gimbal bearing, counter weight and anti-skating all adjusted and verified for accuracy.
 
ü Tone arm Lead-In and Lead-Out.
 
ü Tone arm bearing perfectly smooth in operation.

ü Pitch mechanism belt replaced w/ #42-085

ü Original Dual Changer / Stacker Spindle inspected, re-lubed with 'dry lube' and EXTENSIVELY tested on multiple tables (see below)

ü He also replaced the anemic, factory RCA cables, with some much higher grade, fully / 100% shielded braids, interlink cables, w/ 24kt gold RCA connectors. The original RCA resin paper connection board was removed and the cable wires were soldered directly to tone-arm wires. 

ü AC / Mains lead replaced and ground wire installed and strain relieved properly

ü Re-mounted chassis in case w/ lock working properly

ü Table cosmetics detailed.

ü Crack near hinge area of dust cover plastic welded and is now solid enough to keep cover up.

ü Dust cover buffed for improved appearance, but is not 'perfect'. Still has a few 'battle scars', but with the welded rear cracks is perfectly servicable (actually looks very nice for 45 years old).
 
ü Original platter mat warp & bubble free.

ü Proprietary Dual 'cartridge sled' replaced, and had both mating contact sets burnished  (primarily to address 60Hz hum)

ü New Audio-Technica AT-95e, cartridge with Elliptically cut, Diamond Stylus, installed. Tracking and Bias force also re-set to 2.0g.

ü Tested / analyzed and passed for motor noise and 60Hz hum (once cartridge 'sled' was replaced and had contacts burnished!).

ü Speed checked and verified for accuracy with technician's factory test strobe disc.

ü Unit tested with our myriad of test records, one of which included; Shures' 'Cartridge Obstacle Course' record

Restoration entailed approx 11+ hrs w/ followed with about MANY hours of testing w/ many albums (mostly because we enjoyed having a 'quality' changer on one of the test stations to listen to).

As this turntable has a 'magnetic cartridge' (unlike most 'stacker / changers' which have 'crystal / ceramic / piezo' pickups) you can readily connect this table to any receiver or Integrated amplifier input. For a basic system, or wanting to get introduced or re-introduced to stacking vinyl records, this is a great table.

You can readily connect this table to any receiver (including 'modern / A/V / Home Theater receivers) or Integrated amplifier with a standard magnetic phono input, or an external Phono Pre-amp. To connect to computer for burning CD's just order one of our inexpensive Phono Pre-Amps and cable kits.

 Plays 33 & 45 RPM records. Auto-Selects 7" or 12" record size based on speed selected (can be manually over ridden if you have 45 RPM LP's or LP 7" records. As stated above, this table has had EXTENSIVE refurb / restore work (total tech time ~11+ hours). Cosmetically, the table looks great.

Following, and ONLY DUE TO the above restoration / refurbishment, the table starts as it should, and end's as it should with no 'end groove hang up'!  (While Dual purports stacks of 5 LPs as 'typical', normally you should typically only get about 3-4 on a stack with no issues, and you won't always get '6' to work, but... this table, #0527 was test played thru 25+ cycles and tested thru multiple stacks, with 6X LP's stacked with no issues!!! Occasionally you'll have a record 'hang up' or 'double drop', but that's almost always due to errantly drilled, elliptical or center holes that are 'too tight' in one of the records.
 Overall the table works beautifully and all functions now work GREAT! We also re-installed a New Audio-Technica AT-95e, cartridge with Elliptically cut, Diamond Stylus,  and optimized the table for it.   (If you prefer an up-grade you may also choose from our selection of new Audio Technica cartridges that we can also set up and ship with it for the additional cartridge cost.) You can readily connect this table to any receiver, Integrated amplifier with a standard magnetic phono input, or a Pre-amp. To connect to computer for burning CD's just find an inexpensive Phono Pre-Amp (typically $35-$50). Again, this table looks near new and works great!!
 
Service and Ready-To-Go DUAL 1242, fully automatic changer phonograph. While we've had a number of Dual tables over the past 24 years that we've restored (due to finally having a technician that's up to the task) this is the first 1242. We've actually owned it for years, but just got around to restoring it.

DUAL 1242 Features:
 
- Fully automatic operation
- Single play or Stacker / Changer operation (both 'single and LP 'stacker' spindles included with this one)



- Oil Damped tone arm cueing
- Spring suspended sub-chassis to reduce environmentally induced noise
- Adjustable Platter Speed control ('monitoring' via standard, fluorescent room light)
- 33 1/3 & 45 RPM speeds
- Low mass, straight, metal tube tone arm
- Dial adjustable head-shell varies the VTA (vertical tracking angle) about 4° for either 'stacking' or 'single-play'
- Standard 1/2" mount cartridge head shell
- Tracking force and Anti-Skating adjustable ('course' tracking by 'weight' and 'fine' tracking by 'spring')
- Bias / Anti-Skating adjustable for either conical or elliptical stylus cartridges

DUAL 1242 Specifications:
 
Motor: High-Torque, Synchronous, 8-pole Motor
Drive: 'Vario-Belt' Drive
Platter:  Non-Magnetic, Dynamically Balanced. Weight 1.3Kg, 300mm
Pitch Control:  +/-6%
Wow & Flutter: +/- 0.04%
Rumble: DIN-B: >68dB
Tonearm: 8.75" / 221mm torsionally tubular, aluminum arm, mounted on 4 point Gimbal type bearings.
Tonearm Bearing Friction: Vertical <0.008 gram / Horizontal <0.020 gram
Tracking Error: <24°, 4'
Cartridge: Accepts all 1/2" mount with a gross body weight of 5.5-10 grams (incl. mounting)
Platter Starting Time from Stop: ~2 sec @ 33.33 RPM
Power consumption: 10W

Again, as previously stated, the table has just been completely gone through by our senior turntable technician and is "Ready to Go"! Following refurbishment / and final inspection / sign off, the table has gone thru a minimum of 25 play cycles, including a minimum of 6 plays of 6x record stacks. You will not be disappointed in this table for all around use. Comes with "Stacker / Changer" tall spindle and 'short / single play' spindle and a pair of 'up-graded' RCA interlinks. Measures 16.5" wide x 14.5" deep x 7" tall and weighs a 14 lbs unpacked. Includes our standard 30 day limited warranty.
DUAL 1242 #...0527
Cond. 8.5+++ (excluding dust cover condition)
SOLD 10/13/2021
SHIPPING TO DAVID IN FLORIDA

Including NEW AT cartridge and Dust Cover

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       NEW ADDITION 11/4/19
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warranty
COMPLETELY SERVICED / REFURBISHED  
VINTAGE SONY STEREO TURNTABLE
SONY PS-LX45
FULLY-AUTOMATIC
QUARTZ LOCKED - DIRECT DRIVE TURNTABLE
W/ BRAND NEW AT-92 CARTRIDGE INSTALLED!!!
MADE IN JAPAN
#...5583
Circa 1978-83
SOLD 3/27/2021
SHIPPING TO TRAVIS IN WASHINGTON

ü Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit cleaning inside and out, cleaning out ‘gelled’ lubes (a ‘MUST DO’ on all pre-owned / vintage turntables) and re-lubricating mechanism investing ~6 hours of technician time!

ü Internal Entire 'Auto' mechanism disassembled, cleaned of old lubes, and re-assembled with correct lubes

ü Tone-arm ‘Auto’ functions restored, adjusted and tested.

ü Tone-arm lead ‘In / Out’ adjusted.

ü Tone-arm cuing mech disassembled, cleaned and re-coated with 300,000 grade silicone damping gel

ü Tone-arm height adjusted

ü Tone-arm 'lift height' adjusted.

ü 'Anti-Skate' mechanism, cleaned and re-lubed w/ silicone lube.

ü Gimbal bearing, counter weight and anti-skating all adjusted and verified for accuracy.

ü Internal 'speed control' pots cleaned and adjusted for 'center' position on 'user / external' controls
 
ü Speed checked and verified for accuracy with technician's factory test strobe disc against built-in strobe.

ü  'Quartz Locked' lamp / bulb replaced (requires complete disassembly of front panel circuit board)
 
ü Original rubber mat, still supple and flexible with no hardening.

 ü Entire table was cleaned inside and out.

ü Tested / analyzed and passed for motor noise and 60Hz hum

 ü We also installed and adjusted a BRAND NEW Audio-Technica, AT-301, Elliptical cut Diamond, magnetic cartridge and optimized the tone arm for it.
You can readily connect this table to any receiver, Integrated amplifier with a standard magnetic phono input, or a Pre-amp. To connect to computer for burning CD's just order one of our inexpensive Phono Pre-Amps and cable kits. Again, this table looks and works great!!

ü Unit test cycled through 20+ LP’s flawlessly.
  
Great quality Sony PS-X45, Fully-Automatic, Direct-Drive turntable.
Excerpts from original Sony Turntable Brochure;  "As a typical direct-drive motor turns, the torque increases and decreases as a result of slots between the electromagnets. This wavering of force is called "cogging". Sony has eliminated cogging with the remarkable BSL (Brushless, Slot-less) motor. There are no slots, so the torque delivered to the platter is uniform and smooth...Ultra-low mass, straight tone-arm touts "low mass", "low bearing friction", and "low resonance", coupled with angled, 1/2" standard mount head-shell allows for wide selection of cartridge options. Plays 33 or 45 RPM vinyl....High quality Gimbal bearing allows for critical adjustment of cartridge tracking / anti-skating..."SMBC (Sony Bulk Molding Compound) cabinet / plinth is acoustically inert, to absorb the high-level, low-frequency sounds that normally generate acoustic feedback".
Well-built table delivers high quality performance. It's got a few minor 'battle scars' but nothing serious (see photos above).

Sony PS-X45 Turntable Features:

- Direct-Drive platter system for quick torque start-up operation (.5 of a rotation) and easier record cleaning
- Quartz Locked Speed
- "BSL" motor
- SBMC cabinet / plinth (reduce feedback / extraneous resonances)
- Fully-Automatic operation
- Completely adjustable tracking and anti-skating force
- Ultra-low mass, straight tone arm
- Angled 1/2" mount quick disconnect head shell
- Repeat Function
- Plays 33 or 45 RPM discs
- "Silicone-damped" tone-arm cueing
- Record Size selector
- Fluid-Filled, Shock dampening feet (reduces audio feedback even at higher levels)

Sony PS-X45 Turntable Specifications:

Drive System: Direct-Drive
Motor Type: BSL (brushless & slot-less)
Platter: Die-Cast, Aluminum. 310mm / ~12.25" and HEAVY at 3.3 lbs!!!
Speed Control: Quartz Locked
Wow & Flutter: <0.025% @ 33 1/3 RPM
S/N: >78dB
Tone arm Type: Static balance type, Ultra-Low Mass, Anti-Resonance, Straight alloy pipe tone arm w/ angled 1/2" mount standard cartridge head shell
Effective length: 216.5mm / 8.5"
Overhang: 16.5mm / 5/8"
Head shell / Cartridge type: Angled, Accepts all 1/2" "Standard" mount
Gross Cartridge Weight Range: 7.5-11.5 with standard weight, or 11-15 grams with extra weight installed (including head-shell)
Tracking Force Range: 0-3 grams
Anti-Skating / Bias Range: 0-3 grams

Audio-Technica AT301EP Phono Cartridge Specifications:

The Audio-Technica AT301EP phono cartridge offers P-mount T4P convenience, high performance and musical accuracy. It is a top quality P-mount cartridge and very popular with those seeking an affordable upgrade from the mundane. Furthermore, since the Audio-Technica AT301EP phono cartridge uses an elliptical stylus that is an industry standard, you have assured availability of stylus replacements for many decades.
Output voltage @ 1kHz, 5cm/sec: 5mV
Channel balance: 1.25dB
Channel separation @ 1kHz/10kHz: 26/17dB
Frequency response: 15Hz-25kHz
Stylus type: 0.4 x 0.7 mil elliptical
Stylus construction: Bonded
Cantilever construction: Alloy tube
Tracking force range: 1 - 1.5 g
Recommended load resistance: 47k ohms
Mounting: P-mount with a separate adapter for 1/2 inch mount installation

Very quiet, well performing table. Nice low profile and decent looking. All the "auto" functions work great following the EXTENSIVE refurb work outlined above. Great working and sounding table, and with the NEW Audio-Technica AT-301, elliptically cut, diamond stylus cartridge installed, it's...Ready to Go! Original feet, intact. Measures 17" wide x 14.25" deep x 5.25" high and weighs a respectable 7 lbs unpacked. Includes our standard 30 day warranty. 
Cond. 8
RESTORED / REFURBISHED SONY PS-X45 STEREO TURNTABLE
(Cons. R.R.)
SOLD 3/27/2021
SHIPPING TO TRAVIS IN WASHINGTON

w/ BRAND NEW, Audio-Technica AT-301, Elliptical Diamond stylus cartridge installed
Also includes, the often missing, EXTRA TONE-ARM WEIGHT INSTALLED
(sorry, no dust cover included with this one)


To connect to computer for burning CD's or to a modern A/V receiver that does not have phono inputs, just order one of our inexpensive $42.99 Phono Pre-Amps and cable kits.

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           NEW LISTING 12/14/16
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  warranty
ONE OWNER, PRIVATELY USED
RESTORED / REFURBISHED
VINTAGE GARRARD 301 TURNTABLE
SME 3009 MK II TONE-ARM
Transcription Turntable / Schedule 51400/2
#63128
3-SPEEDS
Made in England
Circa 1954-1964 (this one is likely 1961-63)
SOLD 6/1/18
SHIPPED TO BEAU IN CALIFORNIA

This is pretty much the 'Holy Grail' for vintage turntables, and only the second we have had thru the shop in 19 years. This one is also a much better example than the first one we had back in '04. This one has the much coveted SME 3009 MK II tone arm (at the time advertised as; "THE BEST PICK-UP ARM IN THE WORLD"! and was the tone arm that was also typically spec'd for Connoisseur '2-spd' and Thorens TD-124 tables), and an optional, factory made wooden base. It also comes with an original ADC, Model ONE cartridge. It also has the typically optional, 'strobe marked' platter. It's pretty much got 'ALL THE NUTS'! FINALLY, our current senior technician was up to the task, and refurbished this one beautifully and CORRECTLY! (he actually owns the same version Garrard 301, with the exact same tone-arm. He loves restoring / working on these old British Machines!)
ü Our technician has completely and EXTENSIVELY gone through and 'Certified' this unit which involves disassembly (not an easy task on this table), cleaning inside and out, COMPLETELY DISASSEMBLING, cleaning and re-lubricating internal mechanisms and the balance of efforts listed below. Total technician time to restore 29 HOURS!

ü Table was completely disassembled down to the plinth  -

ü Internal mechanisms removed, disassembled, cleaned, inspected, refurbished as necessary, re-lubed as necessary and ultimately re-assembled 

ü Platter spindle bearing disassembled, cleaned, inspected and re-lubed.

ü Same was also done with the sintered, bronze bearing, which was still in fine shape.  -

ü Eddy brake actuator arm had all three iso springs replaced

ü Arm lift inspected / tested

ü Tone-Arm 'Bed Plate' has NEW, custom manufactured isolation / mounting rubber installed

ü SME 3009 MK II tone arm 'knife edge' bearing disassembled, inspected and cleaned
 -



ü Rubber mat still supple and flexible with no hardening (does have a few of the typical, short, radial cracks from the spindle hole).

ü Platter drive motor disassembled, cleaned, re-lubed and reassembled  -

ü Idler tire was 'crack free' and only required our normal 're-surfacing' -

ü While the platter speed was 100% 'spot on', it was at the end of the speed control's travel. We corrected this by adding to the original magnetics so that it's now 100% when the control is positioned in the 'CENTER' of it's range.

ü Platter speed checked and verified for 100% accuracy with our factory test strobe disc following above work.

ü Platter tested for 'true flat' and no 'run-out'.

ü We installed 24kt gold plated RCA jacks on the rear panel, and are including a pair of much better quality RCA interlinks (as opposed to the original and 'fixed' anemic cables)

ü We installed 24kt Gold Cartridge / head-shell leads instead of the 'as found' 'soldered-on' wires that were connecting the cartridge to facilitate cartridge changes / up-grades in the future.

ü AC line / Power cord was replaced

ü Tested / analyzed and passed for motor noise and 60Hz hum.

ü Aftermarket, Audio-Vox, GB-3 'Walnut' (but looks more 'Teak') wood veneer case lemon oiled and looks great

ü We also reinstalled and optimized the tone arm for the originally purchased / installed ADC, Model One, magnetic cartridge.

You can readily connect this table to any receiver, Integrated amplifier with a standard magnetic phono input, or a Pre-amp. To connect to computer for burning CD's just order one of our inexpensive Phono Pre-Amps and cable kits.

ü Cartridge / head shell ‘overhang’ adjusted using shop calibration scale.

ü Unit tested with our myriad of test records, one of which included; Shures' 'Cartridge Obstacle Course' record

ü Unit test cycled through MANY LP’s flawlessly

This was a 'one owner / consumer / audiophile' owned unit and was not used commercially. The only issues that we did not correct for was the single owner inscribed his id info on the plinth top (left, rear corner mounting 'ear') and underneath and laterally on the tone-arm (see photos above).

GARRARD 301 SCHEDULE TURNTABLE SPECIFICATIONS:
    
Turntable Motor: Shaded Pole Induction in heavy cast casing, suspended on six tensioned springs. Magnetically screened.
Turntable Drive System: Idler Tire
Platter: 12", 6lbs, Die-cast, Accurately Balanced', 3-Speed Stroboscopically engraved (this was originally an upgrade for additional cost)
Speeds: 33 1/3, 45 & 78 RPM (adjustable)
Plinth Construction: Diecast Aluminum
Platter 'Spool-Up' time: 4-6 sec.
Pitch Control Range: +/- 3.5-4%
Wow: <0.2% WRMS
Flutter: <0.05% WRMS
S/N - Rumble: "Almost non-existent"
Platter Spindle Bearing: Oil on Sintered Bronze bearing surface

SME 3009 SERIES-II SPECIFICATIONS:
Tone arm Type: Angled Aluminum Pipe, 'Wood Lined' to reduce resonance. Tone-Arm on 'Knife Edge' vertical bearing mechanism. Lateral / Pillar bearings are "high precision" and totally enclosed against dust.
Effective Arm Length: 9"
Bias Adjusment: via 'hanging weight'
Tone-Arm Bearing Friction: 0.020g
Cartridge / headshell type: Standard 1/2" mount
Cartridge weight range: 5-20 grammes
Tracking Force Range: .25 to 5 grammes
Arm Lift: Fluid Damped Mechanism

ADC-1 CARTRIDGE SPECIFICATIONS:
Cartridge Design: Moving Magnet, Standard 1/2" mount design -
Stylus Type: Diamond Stylus
Output voltage: 7 mV
Recommended loading impedance: 47K ohms (standard, requires only standard phono pre-amp built-into most gear).
(sorry, no more avail info at this time on the ADC-1 cartridge)

If you're looking at this then there's not much we can tell you that you likely don't already know. It is the "Oil Bearing" version, with the originally, optional / upgrade, strobe marked (60Hz), 5 lb aluminum platter. And again, it just had the above itemized restoration and is ready to go. In BEAUTIFUL condition all around. Original White Enamel finish on chassis in great shape. The VERY SOUGHT AFTER SME 3009 Mark II tone arm is in equally great performing shape. The tone arm includes 'one' of the "Rider Weights". For excessively heavy cartridges, you may need to source an additional "Rider Weight" (not sure why anyone would want to run and 'excessively heavy' cartridge). Table comes up to speed in about 3-4 revolutions (very heavy 5 lb cast aluminum platter) and stays on. Motor runs perfectly and is "Dead" silent for noise. This table is likely from 1961-63, based on it's serial, and production quantities over the years this model spanned, and the edition of the manual. Based on the condition of the idler and the bronze bearing, it has seen little use in it's life. Owner took immaculate care of it and the entire system. Comes with all of it's original paperwork, including the 'brown, hard cover Garrard 301 Transcription Turntable Owners / Users manual, original Motor inspection report,  the SME 3009 mk II owners manual and alignment protractor, and the owners manual for the ADC Model One Cartridge and more!
Measures overall 17.5" wide x 15." front to back. Table has our standard 30 day limited warranty.
Garrard 301 Transcription table
Schedule 51400/2 Oil Bearing w/ SME 3009 MK-II
Cond. 9.0++
SOLD 6/1/18
SHIPPED TO BEAU IN CALIFORNIA
(Cons.) R.R.

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Here's a place to download a printable strobe disc for testing your turntables speed, if you don't have a built in strobe.
http://www.enjoythemusic.com/freestuff.htm

** "(actual as measured)" refers to original test results done by Hirsch-Houck Laboratories upon test release of product when new. Current "aged" specifications / performance may of course vary from that.