I bought this turntable from another seller here on eBay who specializes in repairing old turntables, particularly Technics turntables. He completed a series of service updates on this unit about 2-3 years ago to bring it up to speed and make sure it retains its almost-indestructible reputation:

All electrolytic capacitors replaced with quality components. Film capacitors or used in some instances for better performance.

* Speed selector switch and both internal and external speed potentiometers deoxed with DN5

* Tonearm bearings checked, lubed, and adjusted if necessary.

* RCA cable ends and tonearm to headshell connection points polished for superior connectivity. If the RCA cables are in bad condition I will replace them with gold plated units.

* Spindle lubed with the appropriate light weight oil.

* Internal auto function levers, bushings, etc., relubed. This procedure varies the most from model to model.

* All solder connections checked for cold joints.

* Dustcover hinges tightened.

* Cue damping fluid checked for proper viscosity and drop down rate. Replaced if necessary.

* Turntable is cleaned and the dustcover is polished.

* Lastly the table is thoroughly tested for proper performance.


Additionally, this turntable also has a new dust cover (remake not OEM but looks really beautiful albeit with some small scratches and other imperfections here and there). There is also a switch on the back of the turntable that allows the motor to spin at 78rpm. I never wound up using it, but it is a really cool feature.

Also selling with the highly regarded Stanton 681 cartridge. I don't have an OEM stylus but have a replacement with low mileage (Pfansthiel 4822-DEE, which seems like a consensus great option other than NOS/OEM). 

This is a fantastic sounding combination and I hope to see this turntable combo enjoyed by another music lover for years to come. Only selling cause I'm in the position to make some upgrades.

I will ship it properly in a large box. Will remove the platter and secure the tonearm.