The Pioneer PL-514 belt-drive turntable is an absolute classic. Let’s find out why. The Pioneer PL-514 is a high-quality, great-sounding belt-drive deck from one of the big Japanese manufacturers. In terms of build and performance, like so much other Japanese gear, it puts many other belt-drive decks to shame. The motor alone is far better […]
This is the second JVC QL-F4 direct-drive turntable with speed control issues I’ve repaired recently. Come with me as I resolve the problem. The JVC QL-F4 is a great direct-drive deck, perfect for someone stepping up from a belt-drive or lower-tier DD. They actually have stellar wow and flutter figures, really low for an affordable
In this video, I explain some considerations when correctly setting up a turntable like the legendary Kenwood KD-600. This particular KD-600 came to me very poorly set-up. The deck’s owner received some very bad advice from, of all people, Ortofon! I’m a big fan of Ortofon cartridges, but clearly not everyone there knows what they
I’ve just received one of my all-time favourite albums, M83’s Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming, on gorgeous 180 gram coloured, translucent vinyl. You can get a copy of Hurry Up We’re Dreaming, M83’s amazing double-album too, for a limited time, from Amazon US (not any more), try here! This is a remastered, limited edition, I doubt
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I’m selling a gorgeous old Lenco GL75 rim drive turntable, made in Switzerland, just $175. UPDATE – SOLD! A quick google search will show you how legendary the Lenco GL75 is and throw up a wealth of information. This Lenco GL75 is perfect for a project, perhaps with a nice new custom-made plinth. I’ve had
