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Zenith Solid State Console Help

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maxshift

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I recently moved and the previous owners left behind a Zenith console. It is in great condition. Both the radio and record player work and the sound is really good. Just one problem, the record player does not have a cartridge and needle. It must have been taken off at some point. I need help in locating the model number, year built and where I could possibly find the needle assembly for the console. The link below will show you a couple of photos. The tonearm indicates that it is a MicroTouch 2/G and it also indicates that it is a Genuine Diamond Stylus by Zenith. Any help would be greatly appreciated, thanks.

http://www.fluidculture.com/NewFiles/vintage.html
 
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This one looks like an early-70's model. It's a rebranded VM changer with a custom Zenith tonearm. Did you find a model number of the stereo on the back of the cabinet? Are there any identifying tags at all? The worst-case scenario, the turntable can be replaced with any ceramic cartridge-equipped turntable. There's nothing "unique" about the turntables in these consoles -- they're all drop-in generic units at the core.
 
:bigok: I'll have to disagree with that. VM was not just a drop in generic turntable. AFAIK it was one of the better turntables youi could get back then.
 
I'll try and look for any identifying tags. I would rather not replace the turntable. I just want to find the missing stylus to make the stereo complete. If I find any numbers I will post them. Another option is to find an exact turntable, maybe at a thrift store.
 
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