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  1. C

    Garrard 401 Tone Arm recommendations

    Hi All, I recently acquired a garrard 401 without a plinth and tone arm. I have a dynavector Karat 17DS that I would like to use with this table. ( unless that’s a horrible decision?)( I’m open to other cartridge recommendations) I’d like to keep the tone arm under a budget of 1200 dollars. I...
  2. J

    Scored a cool GE RC-1671 console w/ Garrard Autoslim TT. What now?

    I got this cool GE console w/ Garrard TT for $20 at an estate sale. It's nice and well-kept, and mostly in working order. Especially nice for playing 78s with the special stylus! Only problems are finicky speed selector and broken 45 changer spindle. I've replaced the latter. Wondering what you...
  3. texer

    Garrard 301 setup on the cheep.

    For anyone wanting to spin now and pay later, here is my solution for the past year for my estate sale 301 and 3012 arm. Table legs are Amazon BMX bicycle grind pegs fitted to the deck with stainless bolts and heavy (1/4” homemade) leather washers between. Rubber stoppers in the bottom of the...
  4. T

    Converting a Garrard Lab 80 to manual operation, and headshell question

    Pulled a Garrard Lab 80 out of the trash a while ago. As I tried to get it going I found it'd run, but slip-sliding and slow. I thought the auto mechanisms were causing problems so I removed a bunch of the auto parts. When I got the platter off, I discovered - I think - why the previous victim...
  5. N

    Garrard 3D Printer Parts

    Hi, Just wanted to pass along that I have developed and posted some Garrard turntable parts that you can download and print from the MakerWorld web site. They're FREE. Garrard Zero 100 Stylus Gauge https://makerworld.com/en/models/561775?from=search Garrard Zero 100 Spare Cartridge Holder...
  6. I

    Garrard Model 82?

    Hi all! I’m a semi long term record collector, and recently got an old Garrard model 82 from my papa. Now anything’s better than the Crosley suitcase that I’ve been using, but I was wondering if these were any good?
  7. patricklm

    Restoring Garrard Type A

    Hi all, I recently got a Garrard Type A and am cleaning it up and re-lubricating it. Has a Empire 108 cartridge and is hooked up to an Eico HF-85. It’s actually in amazing condition considering it’s been sitting in a basement since the 70’s. The idle wheel rubber is in great shape. The only...
  8. Carbsandcaps

    Color me impressed- Garrard zero 100

    I never thought I’d actually drive anywhere to buy a Garrard turntable. Usually I just end up with them with a grab bag of equipment. I saw this one come up for sale for a very reasonable price, did some research and figured I’d see what it’s all about. The guy said it was all working as far...
  9. B

    DD75 Schematic needed

    I got a Garrard DD75 very cheap in non-working condition. I have made some repairs to get it working, although i will need to clean and adjust erratic speed controls. I got a User’s Guide with the unit, but I would like to get detailed schematic diagrams and have not found any by searching this...
  10. SteveY

    Seeking suggestions for a Garrard Model 70

    I live in the Washington DC area and some years ago I acquired a Garrard Model 70. I have done little more than plug it in, and the platter spins. I will check it out a bit more throughly, but I am thinking to give to give this turntable away (and perhaps some other system components as well). I...
  11. Moonwatcher

    Garrard SL 65 wobble and spring

    No, wobble and spring is not a British dish of leftovers. I found this changer on Craigslist for a bit of nothing, but the platter wobbles up and down as it spins. See video below: Also, there is a small spring under the tonearm pivot with a loose, unattached end. I did download the service...
  12. dadjmon

    Garrard Z2000B won't adjust from 7" to 10" & 12" record

    I'm working on a Garrad Z2000B. Everything works correctly except it won't adjust from 7" to 10" or12" in automatic mode. It changes speeds from 45 to 33 but it just won't drop the arm at 10" or 12". In manual mode it works perfectly. It hold speed properly. When I change from 33 to 45 I see the...
  13. SamIAlwaysAm

    Garrard GT 120 ap

    I've been thrilled with this turntable since buying it in my local RESTORE for $6.00 not long ago. The manager noticed me walk in, told me to stop (town of only 36K people where I'm a regular), and led me to the turntable (he knows I like GOOD home audio). He let me know it's British, has an...
  14. MreowCat

    Help repairing a Garrard slx3

    So, inherited this Garrard slx3 turntable (which is similar to a Garrard sl72b, I think?) from a an older relative who'd been keeping it in a closet for who knows how long. After taking it apart to clean and regrease, I've been able to get it to run at the right speed, and the mechanisms mostly...
  15. NoZoup4U

    Garrard Zero 100 Internal Plastic Clips Can Cause Problems

    Posting this to help folks avoid a situation I encountered while servicing my 1974 Garrard Zero 100C. I found some of the gears were covered in a hard black substance - a lot like when I see melted or decomposed belts getting into everything. This unit has a wheel, so no belts. While I was...
  16. LeighPT

    Garrard SL 75B mute switch pickup wire positions?

    Hi, I have the following wires to the mute switch, of which only the green is still attached Yellow, Green, Red, White, Black Could someone please tell me where the other ones go, please? Perhaps @doctorolds or @tcdriver could help here...
  17. gabfont

    Grandpa's Setup "restoration"

    After quite a while studying the audio world after my grandfather gave me his old setup, i feel that i have the minimal info required to try this project out. Yes, I know it would be easier and probably smarter to pay someone who does this for a living, but I havent found in my city someone with...
  18. E

    Garrard Synchro Lab 55b Question

    I recently picked up a Garrard Synchro Lab 55b for $20.00. It has the Shure M44-5 cartridge installed so I figured I’m already ahead. It’s missing the power cord. Does anyone know if the 95b power cord will work on the 55b? Can’t locate a 55b cord but several 95b cords are listed on EBay...
  19. Moonwatcher

    How to remove Garrard Model 82 headshell

    Good afternoon, everybody. Does anyone know how to remove the headshell of a Garrard model 82? First there seemed to be a poor connection from tonearm leads to that cartridge holder they call a sled, and now there is no connection. I purchased an upgraded sled, but not only was there no...
  20. Moonwatcher

    Ringing Garrard Model 82

    Hello, I have seen a number of forums on deadening ringing aluminum platters, but the use of rubber mats and felt and Plastidip rubber coating has had zero effect on this turntable. I cannot find anything that would be scraping the platter, and I have used a couple of different idler wheels...
  21. Moonwatcher

    Could anyone ID the source of this idler wobble?

    Hi, all, I've read a number of posts on hardened rubber and flat spots, but not so much on a possibly warped idler wheel. It could be a flat spot, I guess, but I hate to start sanding if that's not the problem. Could the rubber be flattened, maybe with heat? Significant wow and flutter...
  22. K

    Garrard SL-95

    Seems like my Garrard is having very common problem with auto function, and the stuck pawl is the culprit. Is the pin that holds the pawl removeable from the cam without drilling it out? Lots of threads I've read...
  23. E

    Help ID’ing grandma’s turntable

    Anyone know which model this is? I’m wondering about it being worth restoration.
  24. Alfmonster

    Garrard 401 eddy brake removal help

    Im in the middle of a restoration and am having issues removing the eddy brake from the motor spindle. The color comes off fine but then the brake won’t budge. Is this a matter of just pulling on it until comes loose? Didn’t want to damage the spindle or brake. Also, is there a way to oil...
  25. Alfmonster

    Garrard 401 restoration help

    Hi AK — I’m very exited as I’ve recently picked up a Garrard 401. I have restored a Thorens TD150 mk i but am realizing this is a whole other beast. I’m not sure why but I can’t seem to find a webpage or video that explains a how to restore a 401 — Can someone kindly point me to some help as...
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