2016: bought turntable. Need headshell, cartridge and anything else to spin records.

Picked up a Technics SL-23 in very good condition cheaply, but it didn't come with a headshell. Didn't think this was a problem. Was then gifted a Linn K9 cart in good condition, but that came with no fixing bolts. Didn't think that was a problem.

I'm now thinking, is this a problem?

What do I need to finish my setup? As I have never even touched the finer points of a turntable before, what type of headshell do I need? What length bolts? Will I need a stylus force gauge or even a Technics overhang gauge too? Spirit level?

Will most likely be buying these things from Amazon, the 'bay or where ever is recommended.



Your help would be most appreciated.

One of these: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UNIVERSAL-...EAAOxyLm9TA~-l

And a set of these: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TURNTABLE-...cAAOSwI-BWNmb1

That should sort you out for not much outlay.

Check the condition of the diamond stylus tip for wear before using it if you can.

If the belt on the turntable is old. A new one might be a good idea.

A better set of mounting hardware (hex head bolts and hex key to fit) can be found HERE :) Yes it's from my ebay store, but I think cap headed bolts are far superior for mounting carts and we give you tool.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1510807764...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Thank you guys, much appreciated.

Haven't thought about buying anything for the turntable yet as I was surprised to find I needed root canal surgery yesterday afternoon. :(

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Originally Posted by Folkboy

Thank you guys, much appreciated.

Haven't thought about buying anything for the turntable yet as I was surprised to find I needed root canal surgery yesterday afternoon. :(

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ive had that CANAL job done numerous times..ouch ;) once your done you can maybe take a PUNT on the tt stuff ..I'll get my coat :lol:

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Originally Posted by struth

ive had that CANAL job done numerous times..ouch ;)

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Having one of mine done tomorrow for a new crown.

Some useful facts on the SL-23 here:

http://www.vinylengine.com/library/technics/sl-23.shtml

Be thankful that the root canal treatment is a surprise and not painfully obvious to you!! It makes things a lot more comfortable if you are not already in a lot of pain!!

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Originally Posted by myles

Be thankful that the root canal treatment is a surprise and not painfully obvious to you!! It makes things a lot more comfortable if you are not already in a lot of pain!!

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When I say "surprise", I omitted the part of waking up at 1am Monday morning in almost smash-my-head-against-the-wall pain. The day at work swung from agony to no pain at all. Only when the dentist looked at the x-ray did he tell me the news. I thought I'd have to rebook an appointment to get the work done, but he started straight away. I go back next Monday for the second part. So far, no futher pain, but the antibiotics are making me queasy...

Growing old, eh?