Restoration of my Technics SL-Q33

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Hello FMs,

I am looking forward to a complete restoration of my Technics SL-Q33. The TT itself is in full working order. I am looking to get it repainted with the factory color, either silver or black (its black as of now), but the restoration will be incomplete until I change some parts as they either have worn out or not the stock ones. Currently Looking for:

1. Dust Cover-1
2. Spring feet: All 4.
3. Black Technics Headshell: 1

Hence I request the members to help me acquire the above from a good & reliable source. Not comfortable getting it shipped from abroad. Will be grateful.

Thanks & regards,
Saket
 
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Thanks JLS, but not comfortable getting it shipped from abroad. Also, the price looks steep for us, Indians.

About the headshell, I have a similar headshell as of now in the TT set up, I am looking for the black technics one, so as to restore it to factory like.

Thanks, more suggestions are welcome though.

Regards,
Saket
 
Technics OEM spares are not available in India. There are 2 options when buying from abroad, (1) go for new replacements, (2) ask the owner of a faulty one (selling for parts) to send you the concerned part only. For shipping there are usually 2 options, have it shipped directly from US to India or have it shipped to a local US address and ask a friend to hand carry it.

If searching in India, the only option is to locate one which is not in service and salvage parts.

The dust cover can be fabricated locally but it would be hard to replicate the technics OEM look
 
Hello FMs,

3. Black Technics Headshell: 1


Thanks & regards,
Saket

Dear Saket,

If you buy Shure M 44-7-H, you will get the technics headshell and cartidge both,
But probably this is a discontinued product. IIRC there was one piece left at Kolkata Deys Audio equipment service. PM for the number
 
Dear Saket,

If you buy Shure M 44-7-H, you will get the technics headshell and cartidge both,
But probably this is a discontinued product. IIRC there was one piece left at Kolkata Deys Audio equipment service. PM for the number


Thanks friends, but unfortunately, I have a new M44-7 which came without a headshell, of course! Else the offer would have been great. Its frustrating!

Regards,
Saket
 
The technics headshell in effect is a universal headshell for S-shaped tonearms. Stanton and Audio Technica head shells are among the other brands compatible with Technics. I even had recently used JK_Chaos' Pioneer headshell on my Technics SL3200 and it played superbly. OEM technics headshells are expensive and cost as much as a magnetic cart. When I bought my M44-7, I chose to get the one wired to a Technics Headshell. Paid about $60 in the United States. The prices have since gone sky-ward.

Technics OEM headshells are expensive as they are sold as OEM replacement parts for the SL1200.
 
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I think prices have gone up too much.I bought same headshell @ $17 last year.FM Svaze also bought it in same price.
KAB has OEM headshell @ $25 KAB Electro Acoustics http://www.kabusa.com another one with 5gr weight on ebay New Technics Parts Head Shell with 4gram Weight for SL1200 SL1210 Turntable | eBay

Regards,
Sachin

Yes, the prices have scalled up massively. I bought the M44-7 with Technics headshell for $60 on amazon, had it shipped to my address in Dallas (when I was there). Its now retailing upwards of $130 on amazon. Call this inflation!! :mad:
 
Yes, the prices have scalled up massively. I bought the M44-7 with Technics headshell for $60 on amazon, had it shipped to my address in Dallas (when I was there). Its now retailing upwards of $130 on amazon. Call this inflation!! :mad:

Or Dollar Explosion! :sad:
 
Saket,
In need for some funds and in the process of decluttering my home of audio stuff, I can give you Technic Headshell (standard), Feets (sl-1200), couple of belts, Phono Preamp module with cheap regular power supply, Few extra Headshells, unused Cartridge Hardware (Screws, Cartridge wires, lugs etc.). Tripath Amp module TA-2024 (Arjen Helder) with Laptop smps power supply of proper current.
You decide the reasonable price for all the stuff. PM or email me if interested.
Regards.
 
Saket,
If you pack and send the player to me, I can get it painted (after fully dismantling),get you a black original Technics Head shell and isolators (may not be original Technics) for a very reasonable cost ( I will have to get the rates form my mechnic). Alsoa new dust cover provided you have hinges
 
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Oh! I am literally overwhelmed by the gestures of my dear forum members:clapping::clapping: However, these smilies are nothing in compared to what I am feeling now, but the least I can do is THANK YOU ALL for your going out of the way in helping me.:)



Saket,
In need for some funds and in the process of decluttering my home of audio stuff, I can give you Technic Headshell (standard), Feets (sl-1200), couple of belts, Phono Preamp module with cheap regular power supply, Few extra Headshells, unused Cartridge Hardware (Screws, Cartridge wires, lugs etc.). Tripath Amp module TA-2024 (Arjen Helder) with Laptop smps power supply of proper current.
You decide the reasonable price for all the stuff. PM or email me if interested.
Regards.

In addition to above. A Parsi lady gave me HMV Fiesta record player without taking any money. You can have that free too.
regards.

Thank you Hiten. That is a very nice gesture. I will get back to you via PM.:)


Nice gesture. I'm sure the fiesta will find a good owner in Saket.

Hehe...you surely know my love for the fiesta!

Saket,
If you pack and send the player to me, I can get it painted (after fully dismantling),get you a black original Technics Head shell and isolators (may not be original Technics) for a very reasonable cost ( I will have to get the rates form my mechnic). Alsoa new dust cover provided you have hinges

Sir, its an honor that you have volunteered for it. I am overwhelmed. :) Thanks a zillion for the gesture, Sir.
It could't have been easier for me, just the deterrent is the shipping due to the vast distance. But now, I know that I have someone to look upto in any case.:clapping:
 
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