On 2 Jul 2003 07:13:32 -0700, (Graeme Nattress)
wrote:

I have an original GyroDec (serial number 004 to be precise) and I
payed £500 for it - it came with a Fidelity Research FR64fx tonearm
(+original box & instructions) and a decent MM cart. So I'd say that
the price you've been quoted is way out of line and way too expensive.

As for the arm, go heavy!

Specifically, go for a Rega arm - it is very well suited to the table,
and ludicrously underpriced for what it does. A second-hand table is
usually OK (if you check for bearing rumble), but used arms are a
*very* dodgy purchase. The nice thing about an old GyroDec is that
even if the motor and bearing are shot, you can get latest spec
upgrades at very reasonable prices.
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