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Those of you that are into original vintage audio this would be a holy grail item.I am the original owner; all purchased circa 1986. I calculate at max 250 hours of use, 90% of all playing was to record vinyl to cassette back in the day. It has always been used by mature adult, a controlled environment, no pets and non-smoker. Meticulously kept and maintained. Original boxes, packings, manuals, new belt, hybrid patter mat, cartridge enabler Per photos all original box, packing, manuals will be included. I wouldve rated this package mint except for two slight abrasions on the metal plate plinth underneath the outer platter which cant be seen. The motor has been cleaned, tested and lubricated. A brand new AR belt, the cartridge (still like new) was professionally mounted and calibrated and cleaned frequently with a sonic styli cleaner. All youll need to do is perhaps adjust the VTA (original tools are included) if using the hybrid platter mat (which does enhance upper bass and reduce room acoustic midrange smear), mount and set the counter weight; the dustcover is like new.The sound quality is truly stellar, full, balanced, dynamic and detailed. By adjusting the VTA one can change the sound characteristics to ones liking with the rest of ones audio equipment and room acoustics.The reason for selling is after traveling and moving extensively for 20 years, Ive settled in my new residence, and decided to set up an audiophile sound room. I stepped up big time into esoteric audio with a new table/arm/cartridge and other audiophile level. Id rate this ensemble truly at near or at audiophile level; an exceptional value for the asking price. AR is legendary and has been mimicked by some of the best names in turntables manufacturing such as Linn, Oracle, Thornes and Dual for its superior isolation dampening system. The sound quality would rival that Linn Sondek LP12, Soto Sapphire, VPI Scoutmaster, Clearaudio Concert, Rega Planer 6, etc. The Signet cartridge is Audio-Technica hand made/hand inspected division. Consider Signet the Lexus of Toyota or Roles Royce vs. Bentley. I would rate the TK10ml with any $700 to $900 cartridge on the current market such as, Ortofon 2m Black, Hana SH, MoFi Master Tracker, Goldring Eroica, etc.The retail price is reflective of what the ensemble would cost at todays current inflationary dollar value. Its already to go, it just needs a new home and audiophile enthusiast. I will include shipping in the CUSA. You can buy with confidence. Thank you for your consideration.
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