Hi there. Sorry my first post had to be a new thread. I've searched the archives for the answer to my question but to no avail.
I'm wondering how I remove the platter from my newly aquired Pioneer PL-516. Is there anything I need to unscrew? I've tried pulling up on the platter to no avail.
Also, I'm wondering what a good replacement cartridge would be for this TT. I don't want to spend more than will do the table justice.
The platter should just lift straight up and off the main spindle. You might need to use a tiny bit of penetrating oil if the platter has oxidized to the spindle. How much will you pay for a cartridge and what's on the arm now?
Jan, thanks for the info on the platter removal. After putting the oil on there it came off pretty easy. I was hesitant to put to much force in the lift.
Nuck, I am brand new to the vinyl thing so I don't have much. There's a great local store around here called Orpheus that has a ton of new and used records. Also, I just placed and order from acousticsounds.com , they have excellent stuff, reasonable prices, and good shipping rates.