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  1. N

    Yamaha YP-D4 Turntable speed issue

    Hi all, I'm having a bit of a problem with a YP-D4 direct drive turntable from Yamaha. Though I set it up like in the service manual the speed wobbles a bit, it is more obvious on the strobe that moves bit left and right. I've also made a speed test with an app, maybe someone could give an...
    • n3m3roth
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    • direct drive speed control issue turntable yamaha yp-d4
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Turntables
  2. P

    DBX NX-40 Setup

    I recently stumbled into DBX decoders by accidentally buying a DBX encoded record. I suppose we would call them HD Vinyl now. When I found a DBX NX-40 on ebay for $25, I thought it was worth an experiment. I normally run the turntable directly into the phono input of a McIntosh C49, so I...
    • pderousse
    • Thread
    • dbx dbx decoder hd vinyl mcintosh c49 turntable
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  3. Smarmar

    Audio Technica LP-1240 USB Buttons Have Become Sticky

    I've had my LP-1240 for about 4 or 5 years and it's been just fine until recently. After not using it for a couple of months, I noticed that most of the buttons have a tacky/sticky feel to them, as if someone spilled a sugary drink on them (which hasn't happen). They have the tactile of an old...
    • Smarmar
    • Thread
    • audio technica lp-1240 turntable
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Turntables
  4. ClayTune

    Possible next turntable Thorens TD 403 DD. Any reason not to consider?

    So the Thorens TD 403 DD is apparently one of the newer models released some time in the last couple of years, it intrigues me. I am currently rocking a Pioneer PLX1000 which is great, however the useless idiot in me is always considering shinier, more expensive items which would constitute a...
  5. E

    Looking for phono cartridge similar but better than VM540ML

    Hello all, I am on the hunt for a new cart, the budget is $300 - $700. I have been using a Hana MH with an upgraded boron cantilever and micro-ridge stylus. Although, if I like the cart enough to sell the Hana then my budget would increase. The Hana sounds pretty awesome on my Rega RP6, tube...
    • Ethan Pierce
    • Thread
    • at150mlx audio technica hana mh phono cartridge turntable vm540ml vm760slc
    • Replies: 25
    • Forum: Turntables
  6. zxc

    is this good enough for 5 lbs plate weight?

    for diy tt is this have enough energy?
    • zxc
    • Thread
    • turntable
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Turntables
  7. 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...
    • LeighPT
    • Thread
    • garrard turntable wiring diagram
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Turntables
  8. nmgreen1

    Zenith MN2604 Turntable Malfunction

    Hello, I have a Zenith MN2604 I purchased from the non-original owner. On the back, the label reads: Model MN2604 Chassis 8NT02 7L01Z1. The system's radio and speakers function (albeit with some minor static). I am posting here because I am looking for help diagnosing an issue with the...
    • nmgreen1
    • Thread
    • 7l01z1 8nt02 mn2604 turntable zenith
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Turntables
  9. C

    Lube Pioneer pl518 tonearm

    Having a hard time finding where to lube my tonearm lifter.I have to carefully lower tonearm as it seems the grease is old and wore out.Tried the"tube" but absolutely no vids.
  10. C

    Pickering brush conundrum?

    So,I took the brush off my Pickering XV15/625E,used a scale and set it to 1.5 gms,balanced,redo antiskate,everything is fine sounds great as it always did. It was just harder to eyeball putting the needle down because my lighting is not the greatest and with the brush it was even more confusing...
  11. C

    Pro Ject TT comparisons?

    So,I have a Debut lll with an Ortofon M2 Blue,and also an Essentials lll with a Ortofon OM10. I know there is a bit of difference in the carts but I'm just wondering what you all thought is the better TT as I have been on line for a while and seem to get a few different...
  12. C

    3 TTs,2 inputs?????????

    So,I have 3 TTs now,don't ask me why....Project Debut,Essentials lll,and a Pioneer PL 518. I thought I would buy a splitter box to a/b on one input and go direct on the other.I am using a Sansui AU 717.So I bought one that didn't look too cheap,and it works but seems I'm not getting the,what...
  13. C

    New to vinyl, worth upgrading sl-j2 to sl-7?

    New here and new to vinyl. Have a Technics SL-J2 as my first turntable and love it. I have health issues and wanted something with as little fuss as possible, and that thing is pretty close to plug and play which is great. Wondering if the SL-7 would be a big enough upgrade in sound quality to...
  14. C

    Cartridge for a Pioneer Pl-518

    Steal of a deal at a garage sale.Pioneer pl 518 was just sitting there with weight off the tone arm so they thought it was broke,got it for 20.00,yippe!Found the Wright in the box took it home cleaned it up and works perfectly.So,here is my question: I have a Pickering xv15/625e on it right now...
  15. Ron13a

    Thorens TD-124 MK1 Vs Thorens TD-124 MK2 in Pictures.

    I just picked up a Thorens TD-124 MK1 with an SME 3009 arm. I've had an MK2 with a Grace arm for several years. Here are some pictures of what they look like next to each other. I've always wanted an MK1 and I finally have one. I truly have been lusting after one and feel fortunate to get it...
    • Ron13a
    • Thread
    • sme-3009 thorens td-124 mk1 thorens td-124 mk2 turntable
    • Replies: 21
    • Forum: Turntables
  16. davstev

    Dual 1229 : Strobe bulb is fine, something else is up

    I recently picked up a nice Dual 1229. Upon plugging it in and testing, I noted that the strobe isn't working. Believing that my original strobe bulb was shot, I ordered an LED replacement from dualfred in Germany. It arrived yesterday. Putting it in place of the original bulb, it exhibits...
    • davstev
    • Thread
    • 1229 dual dual 1229 idler drive strobe strobe light turntable
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Turntables
  17. Tall Trees

    Need help with static on one channel when spinning records

    Hello all. I have a JVC turntable (QL-F61) with an AT 1100E cartridge. I recently replaced the stylus and when listening to records today noticed that I was getting static on one channel. I'm going to write what I've done to try to figure this out and fix the problem, but I'm struggling to...
    • Tall Trees
    • Thread
    • cartridge cartridge problem help static turntable turntable advice
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Turntables
  18. Y

    Hitachi SD-3120; Any information out there?

    Hello everyone, I have recently come across a Hitachi SD-3210 turntable/receiver combination and can't find any information out there except a basic service manual that lists parts and electrical diagrams. I have taken it apart and connected some loose things. A few light bulbs are burnt out...
  19. M

    Pioneer PL-1250?

    Hi all, Does anyone have any thoughts on the quality of the Pioneer PL-1250 turntable? It's a Japanese-only (so 100v and in need of step-down transformer) direct drive model and doesn't seem to have an exact US/European equivalent. And it's very good looking. I'm considering getting one...
  20. IMG_2176

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    Gates CB100
    • g0disev0l
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    • 1960s gates cb100 turntable vintage
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    • Category: Turntable Gallery
  21. N

    DIY turntable considerations and questions

    I have recently started creating a turntable from the ground up I will be creating a blog with an extensive writeup of exactly what I did and more Importantly - why. Things purchased: Tonearm/Cartridge Cables Protractor Platter Mat Motor / motor driver / motor belt Isolation feet Things I...
    • Nightshade_
    • Thread
    • diy diy help needed turntable turntable advice
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: DIY
  22. J

    Issues with sound coming evenly out of my speakers on my LXI series

    Ok so this is gonna be of an info/ photo dump. Please bear with me as any help would be greatly appreciated. The belt slipped off my LXI and I took everything apart to get it back on. I get the belt on and once I got everything reassembled everything seems to be working, but I'm having full...
    • Jboyq
    • Thread
    • circuitry lxi speaker turntable
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Turntables
  23. H

    any needle suggestions for grado reference series 1

    Hey there, I've recently picked up an old Sony PS-X5 turntable this past weekend from a local garage sale. While it needs some work on replacing its capacitors and electrical components, I would like to know more about the included cartridge. To my knowledge it is marked "Grado RS1" with a...
    • Hayden F.
    • Thread
    • cartridge grado needle replacement sony stylus turntable vintage
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Turntables
  24. S

    $365 for a great condition Technics SA-5370?

    Hey AK, Been looking to upgrade from pre-amp to amp for my technics sl-1500 and came across this listing on Facebook marketplace for $365… “Technics SA-5370 made in 1977 it’s in beautiful condition, new lights, controls thoroughly cleaned, chassis has been sealed and is in beautiful...
  25. Roman68

    Sony ps 212 motor lube? how to lubricate? I ask for help!

    Bought this turntable. I replaced the capacitors, adjusted the tonearm, cleaned the variable resistors. Everything works perfectly. Does the motor spindle need to be lubricated? The motor runs quietly, keeps the speed, but the turntable is 30 years old, maybe the grease has dried up? Thanks in...
    • Roman68
    • Thread
    • direct drive lubrication motor magnedisk sony ps 212 turntable
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: Turntables
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