Re: [ARSCLIST] transcription turntable

["Steven C. Barr" <stevenc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

----- Original Message -----
From: "Dave Radlauer" <Dradjazz@xxxxxxx>
> In a message dated 12/11/03 10:25:29 PM, LISTSERV@xxxxxxx writes:
>
> << The unit does not have to be exclusively for 33 1/3 16" =
> transcriptions and could serve as a multi purpose back up turntable.  We =
> do not wish to invest in high end equipment for the limited use it will =
> get and for the level of source material quality.  The discs we have are =
> in near pristine condition with many of their original radio scripts =
> included. >>
>
> You are probably not going to find a turntable that accepts 16" discs
short
> of a professional  quality broadcast turntable such as Technics,
Panasonic, SME
>  -- new or used at about $1,000.00 or more.  And you should look at what
> stylus and preamp will provide adequate sound quality.  I presume you
intend to
> transfer these discs to some high resolution digital format for long term
> storage, and/or reference access.
As a non-expert, could he (or whomever) not acquire a vintage turntable with
a
platter and arm spacing configured for 16" discs, and install a modern arm,
which
could be lengthened if required, that being a simple structural
modification?
Steven C. Barr