The Mike New Technics Bearing

[Mike_New]

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Secondly, the HiFi mags do have a section for readers to write in and I have noticed that a few people are informing other readers of their activities in modifying turntables such as Thorens, Garrards etc., its high time for a Techy to get noticed. What I feel is the need for someone who is extremely articulate and has upgraded their 12XX with your products to write a readers letter outlining what has been down, bearing etc. don't forget pictures.This could be a spark that flames wider interest amongst readers who are totally unaware of you or your products?

Let me leave you with this:

The problem is I can hardly do it myself
How about it Ron for a good bottle of Red??

I guess the fundamental problem is that I started this off as the result of my genuine interest in the potential of the SL1200. as a single individual with a good grounding in precision machining.
I do not design or produce any other product (power supplies, amps etc)
that could co-support the marketing efforts. It is the sole awareness of my SL1200 upgrades aforded me on this forum that has generated the interest that it has. For this I am grateful to Marco's indulgence.

[Mike_New]

i'll take one @ $250!!!!!! only 39,999 needed now!

Hi Ian,
You are quick off the mark; Tell you what, how about 100 for $249.00

[Mike_New]

Hi Folks
Well I suppose it has got to the time when I should formally ask if there are any more people out there who would like to subscribe to a prepayment for another batch of 25 Bearings.
The price will be A$525.00 for the first 20. Thereafter A$625.00
I will accept A$260.00 as the deposit to secure one at the discount price.
When I have got the deposits in then I will place the order on my toolmakers for the precision spindles as I did last time, which seemd to work well.

[Audio Al]

Hi Mike

If people pay a deposit , how long a time period to start production and until the bearing will be ready for posting ?

Thanks

[Mike_New]

After my request to commence making them, it takes about 3-4 weeks for delivery to people. The deciding factor is how long it takes to get the required 20 deposits. This took about 6 weeks last time.

[Audio Al]

After my request to commence making them, it takes about 3-4 weeks for delivery to people. The deciding factor is how long it takes to get the required 20 deposits.

OK thanks

[Macca]

Hi Mike

Just a suggestion but there are a lot of idiots in the world who, like me, buy their kit pretty much solely on specification and measured performance. There does not appear to be any technical comparison on your site between your bearing and the stock item. Perhaps some comparison tests showing improved wow and flutter figures etc might attract custom from the more technical and/or cynical Technics afficianados?

[kininigin]

Hi Mike,

What is the weight of your bearings? I need to post one and need to work out the cost.

Also has there been any deposits laid down for you discounted bearings offer? I will want to buy one again as soon as possible,when i get back to the uk.

[Mike_New]

Hi kininigin
The weight of the bearing is 500Gm, I have had a number of enquiries for
deposits but have not so far had any payments.

[kininigin]

Thanks Mike.Looks like i could be waiting awhile till i get my hands on one again

I need to get a pre/phonostage back first anyway! Hopefully some people will start laying down deposits in the meantime!