Pioneer XL-1550 Turntable, Hickory, New Caps/Cover

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Pioneer XL-1550 Turntable, Hickory, New Caps/Cover.
Here’s another nice Model 1550–the Japanese version of the Pl-550–it operates at 100V, so a step-down converter () is recommended. The cartridge is a Stanton 500 with a new stylus. This player sounds nice…everything works as designed. This is a fully manual player—meaning you cue up the tonearm at the beginning and at the end of play. The machine has been covered in Hickory veneer, Gunstock stain, followed by multiple coats of poly. I completely disassembled this machine and did a meticulous deep cleaning...cleaned the pots and switches..replaced all of the caps on the power supply board with Nichicon replacements...lubricated the spindle.. added fresh dampening oil..added a new aftermarket cover from JnB Audio**. I sound/functions tested this for several days. Condition is quite nice throughout...there are a few spots in the veneer that aren’t perfect…a few scratches on the metalwork….the platter is bright with some oxidation .. the mat is soft and pliable(a slightly bluish/gray color to it)..and the aftermarket cover is new . . If you’re looking...then you know that this is a “statement “ piece...is attractive to the eye and ear...and is not like any other 1550 you’ll find.
I will ship utilizing FedEx to any of the contiguous 48 states. I pack with great care and fully insure for shipping. I use double walled heavy duty boxes reinforced with foam board in the corners. Believe me when I say I Don’t want transit damage more than you don’t. Due to the age of this device and the uncertain nature of vintage electronics this device is being sold AS IS with no returns. This is NOT a new machine...as such, it does not come with any guarantee implied or written.
This machine will come partially disassembled. You will need to mount the platter—and the drive belt in belt drive machines—the counterweight..and in some cases the anti-skate weight. DO NOT operate the machine without first properly balancing and setting the appropriate tracking weight. If you do not know how to do this there are tutorials available on YouTube, or you can call me and I’ll walk you through it.
Thanks for your interest...please check my other listings... and VINYL ON!!!