Is this an antique or junk?


I ran across an old Garrard turntable Model 88 MK II made in Germany, Plays 33-45-78-16. This is the first I have seen a 16 speed on a turntable. It does work but needs a new cartridge. Is this something that may be worth something to somebody?
Also, can somebody enlighten the young about what the speed 16 played?
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Showing 1 response by 4yanx

16 rpm was used mostly for recorded voice, especially radio skits, readings for the blind, etc. A few musical recording were made, I even think a few jazz recordings in the 50's, but not many.

Don't know much about that Garrard, except it is a 50's model. There's one on E-Bay now for parts at about $12.50