Aluminum or Wood armboard for Technics SP10 Mk2


I have an SP10 MK2 with the Obsidian base. The unit is in virtually perfect condition and was used residentially only sproadically when I purchased it earlier this year. I am changing my arm and I will need a new armboard. There is a person who makes new armboards out of aircraft aluminum. I could also obtain a new armboard in wood. What do people recommend (other than replinthing or "no" plinthing)?
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Showing 1 response by pryso

NOS (undrilled) Technics boards appear from time to time. Depending on your perspective, at over $300 they may be considered expensive. There may still be one on Audio Asylum Classified.

If I was in your situation, I would be tempted to have 2-3 different boards made up (easy enough to trace your original board for dimensions and mounting holes) then see what sounded best with the new arm/cartridge combination. I'd likely choose solid wood (maple, spruce, etc.), aluminum, and acrylic since they are so different.