Here's a project I've been working on.
It involves a Technics SL-1210, ebony, lots of upgrades and fitting a SME 309 arm.

First I wanted to test the concept of applying ebony veneer so I used my scabby old SL-1200 deck as a guinea pig.
I use that plinth/sub-plinth and base to make the armboards and get the spindle to pivot distance right.

I trialled glue first until I found the right one to give an excellent bond and not bleed through.

Pictured here with the ebony armboard and 309 arm.

I'm having to do something different with the pitch control area. Thought of an ebony surround as a first test. I might be able to do a flush veneer though.

The veneer is just using scraps so don't judge it too hard.

The final deck project should be something special.