How long can a turntable remain boxed/unused?

[hermano]

hello all,

Quick query about a turntable my uncle gave me. Said he bought it a few years ago but never got round to even opening the box, as "went in another direction".

Think he bought it around 3 years ago. Would it still be okay? I have not opened the box yet as think i may sell it as not my 'style'

cheers

[karma67]

my rock2 was in the loft for more than 20yrs,no problem what so ever

[hermano]

wow thanks for quick reply. many thanks.

[walpurgis]

You didn't say what it is. If it's belt drive, the belt is likely past its best. Otherwise, just a check over and a drop of oil where needed should do the trick. Check the cartridge setup (if it has one).

[hermano]

Hi, It's this one, so does have cartridge and belt.

http://www.project-audio.com/main.php?prod=ps01-wave

[walpurgis]

Ideal starter deck. Check the belt, it may be OK. A small drop of oil to the motor spindle (avoid pulley) and on the main bearing and should be good to go after checking cartridge setup.

[alphaGT]

3 years is not that long really. Your uncle is very cool!


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[Dubster68]

My old Pioneer turntable must have spend 20yrs in my loft and was ok when it was brought down apart from a dust and lube it was fine and worked ok. Its probably also down to how it was stored and in what enviroment.

[hermano]

Cheers for information, I feel better about leaving it a bit longer until i decide whether to use it or sell it. it is still in original unopened box so assume safe..under the bed.

[Jason P]

It will be fine. Stock can sit on shelves for longer... the belt should be fine too. I can't see it perishing in that time (after all it wouldn't if it was in use) so long as it's not damp; unlikely in a bedroom. So use or sell whenever it takes your fancy. It's a nice deck.