Hi, I have two 1219s, and and a 1229 with a Grace 747 tone arm that is my main table. I have personally dismantled and cleaned, lubed and adjust all of the above. They are absolutely DEAD SILENT when running. No rumble whatsoever. Keep in mind that the last 1219's rolled off the assembly line in 1972, so doing a CLA is a must for top performance. You can do this yourself if you are handy with basic tools. I have all manuals in PDF format if you would like I would be happy to email them to you, and help you through the process. The 1219 is a stellar performer when in top shape. In the same league as the Thorens TD 124 and Garrard 301. And yes, you can change tonearms.
Dual 1219 noise
How can you remove the idler noise?
I can hear the noise in 20 feet after the amp and the table were shut down. With low volume, I can still hear the noise blended with the music.
Is it a common problem that can be easily fixed?
I have two other turntables and the dual is not listened to as often, but this noise further alienates me from dual.
I can hear the noise in 20 feet after the amp and the table were shut down. With low volume, I can still hear the noise blended with the music.
Is it a common problem that can be easily fixed?
I have two other turntables and the dual is not listened to as often, but this noise further alienates me from dual.
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Email me at [email protected] and I will forward the manuals. There is a small circular retaining ring holding down the platter. Remove the center spindle and you will see a slot. Use a small screwdriver (in the slot) to pry the retaining ring up and off. You do not have to reinstall it. Then pull the platter straight up. Use some 10 weight or similar oil on the idler wheel BEARING... ONE drop should do it. Do not get any oil on the rubber idler itself. Also, let some oil drip down the platter shaft onto the platter ball bearings. You can be liberal here, keep a soft cloth underneath the table for any excess oil that my drip from the bearing. This should keep the table quiet as you read the manuals for a serious cleaning and adjustments. The Dual continuos pole motor is a work horse. I have never seen one fail. Yes, it is the same as the one in the 1019 (late addtions). The idler wheel and platter bearings are different. I am out today but will forward the PDF files tomorrow. |