Hi AK,

This is my first post, so here goes;

Having read a number of posts on AK about DD, BD and Idler turntables, it seems if a TT is good, then it's good. I have long suspected that DD have a lot of good things to say. So much so that I decided on a punt via ebay on a Sony PS-6750. I am yet to receive it, I am hoping (oh boy) it arrives in one piece. There are bits missing however, the logo on the front; the hinges and screws for the lid and the lid is a bit messed up. It is also missing a mat. The stylus is also missing. I have purchased a replacement to listen to the cart (Shure N 75ED II) working with the arm before I decide to change it.

My first question is: how can I source these missing bits? The next question is how good does this turntable really sound? I know it is NOT a PS-8750, but I would expect it sound good. Am I wrong?

I have already looked at the impressive pages at TVK. There is some good info on the PS-6750 and PS-8750, what do owners of the PS-6750 think about their TT and did they have a BD or DD previously (sorry chaps).

Your comments would be most grateful.

Cheers

Brownlow

Welcome to AK!

Well, I've owned DD Sonys from the three following series and I can tell you that they are simply top notch. Very musical--nice up front sound, and built like tanks. People talk about how well Technics top models were built, but I think Sonys were even better. As long as it arrives in one piece, you won't be disappointed. Finding parts may be difficult or impossible and you may have to improvise. Try partsexpress.com or http://compusa.partsearch.com/

DP. Sorry.

Hi Howard,

Thank you for the welcome and for your reply. The link may prove to be invaluable. I am looking at the Sony as a second turntable, but I have a feeling it will at the very least be the second turntable. It will certainly be more user friendly for the family. They do look good though!

Just for future proofing sake, is it reasonable to spend up to $400 on a new cartridge if needed. Wondering if Goldring's 1042, Grado's Prestige Gold worth a shot? More to the point, what cartridge are you currently using?

Look forward to your comments.

Cheers

Brownlow

Hi Howard,

Thank you for the welcome and for your reply. The link may prove to be invaluable. I am looking at the Sony as a second turntable, but I have a feeling it will at the very least be the second turntable. It will certainly be more user friendly for the family. They do look good though!

Just for future proofing sake, is it reasonable to spend up to $400 on a new cartridge if needed. Wondering if Goldring's 1042, Grado's Prestige Gold worth a shot? More to the point, what cartridge are you currently using?

Look forward to your comments.

Cheers

Brownlow
Well, I'm using a variety of cartridges, but most vintage and the new ones have been under $100. But I am positive that spending $400 gains you a great deal more in sound quality and it is definitely worthwhile, especially on such a nice Sony. Start a new thread for cartridge suggestions in that price range and you'll get plenty of input.

Thanks Howard. Some things to think about.

Cheers.

Brownlow

Hi,

The Sony PS-6750 has arrived intact. I have plugged it in and played one record to make sure it works. I'll now need an IM to set the weight and arm balance. It is actually in reasonable condtion. A clean will make it look even better. There were mounting plates for the hinges rattling around inside. I opened it up and removed them. Wont need them for a while.

I will begin listening soon.

Cheers

Brownlow

Great news :) Post some pictures in the Sony thread (http://audiokarma.org/forums/showthread.php?t=52651&highlight=show+us+your+sony%27s) if you can :)

Hi,

The Sony PS-6750 has arrived intact. I have plugged it in and played one record to make sure it works. I'll now need an IM to set the weight and arm balance. It is actually in reasonable condtion. A clean will make it look even better. There were mounting plates for the hinges rattling around inside. I opened it up and removed them. Wont need them for a while.

I will begin listening soon.

Cheers

Brownlow
Congrats! The manual for the PS-4750 is over at vinylengine.com. The setup is identical to yours.