Technics sl-23 for cheap

[dustin2123]

I just bought an SL 23 for $15 at a bid to buy store. The platter doesn't spin but it does power on. Replacing the belt seems like a cheap enough fix... is this a decent Technics turntable?

 

[skriefal]

Yes it is. Certainly worth $15 + another $10 for a new belt.

 

[tonyk]

I had a similar problem with my SL-23, I put a little light machine oil on the motor and then turned the motor by hand with the power applied, and that did the trick.

By the way I let run that way for about hour without the belt, applying a drop or two along the way.

goodluck

Edit...After rereading your initial post, if a new belt doesn't fix your problem, the above may apply.

 

[BmWr75]

I bought an SL-23 new in 1976. Put a new belt on it, cleaned the speed adjustment pots with Deoxit and installed a new cartridge. She still plays like a charm. You did well on your purchase.

 

[dustin2123]

Also, when referring to Technics in person, is it pronounced tech-nicks or tech-neeks? I've heard people say both!

 

[bobins08]

Also, when referring to Technics in person, is it pronounced tech-nicks or tech-neeks? I've heard people say both!

But not tech-knee-ques ?

 

[skriefal]

Also, when referring to Technics in person, is it pronounced tech-nicks or tech-neeks? I've heard people say both!

Lego collectors might say Tech-nicks, but I say Tech-neeks!

 

[BmWr75]

Here is the proper pronunciation in context, "My smooth techniques with the ladies is a sure fire way to get slapped!!"

 

[noise gate]

Tech-nicks is the American way of saying it.

 

[kermit z]

Lego collectors might say Tech-nicks, but I say Tech-neeks!

Thats how I have pronounced it since the late 70's:yes:

 

[iLUVanalog]

yes....tech-nicks

 

[sled108]

I think that I've heard them called 'Techniques' more often around these parts...East Coast U.S...
Saying that you've just bought a Tech Nic has always sounded a bit White Van...

 

[illini]

I just bought an SL 23 for $15 at a bid to buy store. The platter doesn't spin but it does power on. Replacing the belt seems like a cheap enough fix... is this a decent Technics turntable?

Yes, it's a good table.

Does the drive motor spin when it's supposed to?

http://www.vinylengine.com/library/technics/sl-23.shtml

 

[skriefal]

Tech-nicks is the American way of saying it.

Either that's a regional thing, or I don't associate with the common folk!

 

[tonyk]

I've always heard it and or said it as Techniques

 

[sled108]

It looks to be an (1) year Earlier version of the SL-220, which I have...They are in fact Great Tables for the Price...I use the SL-220 for Back-Up, and Pool Parties...

SL-23...

SL-220...

So say These Guys...
http://vintagetechnics.co.uk/turntables.htm

 

[btlefn1]

I've always heard it and or said it as Techniques

:thmbsp::thmbsp: What he said. :thmbsp::thmbsp:

 

[dustin2123]

Haha ^^^

 

[dustin2123]

Yes, it's a good table.

Does the drive motor spin when it's supposed to?

http://www.vinylengine.com/library/technics/sl-23.shtml

I haven't actually gotten it out of my vehicle yet to look at it. I'll be firing it up here in an hour or so.

 

[ranf1970]

And?