I used pre-owned VPI bearing and platter, Jr. or MKIII for $200 or less. Then I use the Luxman PD-121 turntable to drive the VPI platter I have to make room for 2 turntables sit side by side. I adjust the pitch on the Luxman TT to get correct speed on the VPI platter. If one use lighter platter than VPI then one can use lesser torque direct drive to drive the platter. Direct drive has super quiet motor.
Motor and spindle bearing for DIY turntable
I would like to build my own turntable but I can't find a good motor or spindle bearing at a resonable price. The Origin motor and controller is $599 and the Teres spindle bearing is $299. There are a lot of good new and used TT out there for $900 so it kind of defeats the purpose to spend that much to make a DIY TT. What I would like to find is a motor and spindle bearing for atleast half that amount. I still have to get an arm and a cartridge.
If anyone knows where I can purchase a good motor and a good spindle bearing assembly for a resonabl price let me know.
Thanks
If anyone knows where I can purchase a good motor and a good spindle bearing assembly for a resonabl price let me know.
Thanks