Akai AP-100C Auto-return Turntable

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My current turntable: the Akai AP-100C Auto-return Turntable in black.

Curved arm

This is a belt-driven turntable. It is particular in that you have to move the "up-down" lever
to the down position, position the arm over the vinyl, then press the "start-cut" knob to release the arm (the arm only comes down when that knob is turned). The turntable starts turning when the arm is hand-positioned over the record area. To end playback, just turn the "start-cut" knob again, the arm automatically returns home. There is also a lock mechanism for the arm. The cover comes off by pulling, the hinges release the plastic cover, simple.


Original stylus and cartridge



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