Goldring Lenco GL75

[Jimbo]

I have a few other mats I will try but believe the original works well, might be because its ribbed?

Switched it on tonight and only have the very faintest noise coming from the motor/bearing, pretty good after 30 years in a garage without use.

The original Shure cartridge even plays a few tunes without disgracing itself. Anyone got good ideas for a replacement that works well with the original arm?

[walpurgis]

I have a few other mats I will try but believe the original works well, might be because its ribbed?

Switched it on tonight and only have the very faintest noise coming from the motor/bearing, pretty good after 30 years in a garage without use.

The original Shure cartridge even plays a few tunes without disgracing itself. Anyone got good ideas for a replacement that works well with the original arm?

Denon DL-110 is not too demanding, sounds nice and should work OK in the L75 arm, long as it's all done up tight.

[Jimbo]

Denon DL-110 is not too demanding, sounds nice and should work OK in the L75 arm, long as it's all done up tight.

I am going to replace the V Blocks and give it a thorough going over before I strap another cartridge in. Just want to try it in stock form at its best before I do anything drastic as I have been assured that the arm isn't as bad as some people make out before they rip it off and replace it.

[The Barbarian]

Careful with some 'V' Block replacements i notice that there's no side wall on some.. The 'V' on the originals had a side wall like these replacements.

[walpurgis]

Careful with some 'V' Block replacements i notice that there's no side wall on some.. The 'V' on the originals had a side wall like these replacements.

I used to make my own out of Tufnol without side walls. Seemed to work without problems.

[The Barbarian]

I have some with no side wall i find there is some sideways play

[walpurgis]

I have some with no side wall i find there is some sideways play

There is a bit of movement. I did not hear any adverse effects though. I suppose some teflon washers on each side of the arm could help.

[louie3]

Jimbo,

While it may seem an unfair comparison, how does the Lenco sound to you compared to to your Scout.

The difference between my heavily modified Lenco and my VPI is substantial. Not really sure if its better, but it sure is different.


Louis

[Jimbo]

Jimbo,

While it may seem an unfair comparison, how does the Lenco sound to you compared to to your Scout.

The difference between my heavily modified Lenco and my VPI is substantial. Not really sure if its better, but it sure is different.


Louis

Hi Louis,

I have not compared the two turntables yet as the Lenco is in poor condition, not having been serviced in 30 years!
When I have finished I will post up a comparison, will be interesting as they are two very different beasts

[Jimbo]

Careful with some 'V' Block replacements i notice that there's no side wall on some.. The 'V' on the originals had a side wall like these replacements.

Seen some on ebay for £20
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Goldring-L...-/151565799428
Are these up to the job?