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Old 30th Apr 2021, 9:15 pm   #11
kirstyd
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Default Re: Ferguson 401 radiogram

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Originally Posted by Edward Huggins View Post
The original record deck in this was a Garrard RC75A (or very similar) but I would suggest you not to replace like for like unless the one you source is 100% working OK. These are very difficult to fix. I would add a Garrard "Autoslim" or one from this 1960 Garrard series. You may need to ease the existing motor board cut out to suit, but there should be plenty of leeway. This Radiogram has an excellent specification and is above the average for this period.
Hi Edward .yes i thought it was above average when i saw the separate amplifier in the bottom .It does sound rather nice and that's with the speaker arrangement out of the cabinet . I think it will certainly make my stash of 78s sound nice
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