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  1. 01-27-2006, 11:57 AM #1
    rrl
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    Question Info on Garrard 86 Turntable

    Hi,

    I have a chance to pick up a fully functional, well-maintained Garrard 86 for 20 dollars. Is it worth it?

    Thanks,

    Robert
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  2. 02-07-2006, 07:43 AM #2
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    Yes!

    Stick in an Audio Technica AT95E cartridge or similar, treat it to a new belt just in case and it should sound quite pleasant.
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  3. 02-07-2006, 03:23 PM #3
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    You heard it from the man

    Quote Originally Posted by rrl
    Hi,

    I have a chance to pick up a fully functional, well-maintained Garrard 86 for 20 dollars. Is it worth it?

    Thanks,

    Robert
    Garrard made some great stuff in the day, and a lot of it is still going strong. Good luck with your new TT!
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  4. 02-07-2006, 04:18 PM #4
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    Quote Originally Posted by rrl
    I have a chance to pick up a fully functional, well-maintained Garrard 86 for 20 dollars. Is it worth it?
    Twenty bucks for a belt drive Garrard? Duh!

    Nice find. Has a kinda high mass arm, so treat it to a cartridge like Garrardman said.

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