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deafbykhorns
12-27-2009, 06:39 PM
This is a Sota Sapphire from the late 80's, does anybody recognize the arm and if so what is the table worth.

http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w90/reelmagic/Sota1-1.jpg
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12-27-2009, 11:18 PM
The arm my be an early Jelco
deafbykhorns
12-27-2009, 11:32 PM
This may be the arm?
Sumiko Premier MMT Tonearm (SOLD) - Canuck Audio Mart (http://www.canuckaudiomart.com/details/49879-sumiko_premier_mmt_tonearm)
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12-27-2009, 11:38 PM
jelco makes arms for alot of companies.......the arm in that ad looks like the jelco 750 series.

Check out http://www.jelco-ichikawa.co.jp
jdandy
12-27-2009, 11:39 PM
John.......I think you are right. Different headshell, though.


http://www.canuckaudiomart.com/image.php?image=263870&is_user=0
deafbykhorns
01-02-2010, 10:52 PM
Dan

I have a new (vintage) turntable in the house, couldn't pass up a deal, it also had an Ortofon X3-MC cartridge to boot. Initial audition was very good, it needs a belt and while I'm inside, the power supply caps will be updated. First impression puts this table above my Thorens TD125MKII but I need a belt to make a final review. I'm hoping this table will compete with the VPI Scout or an older Linn LP12 (both different designs).
deafbykhorns
01-02-2010, 10:57 PM
jelco makes arms for alot of companies.......the arm in that ad looks like the jelco 750 series.

Check out JELCO@sΊ (http://www.jelco-ichikawa.co.jp)

Thanks for the link! It may come in handy one day for parts.
jdandy
01-02-2010, 11:18 PM
John.......Just can't pass up a good deal, uha? Sounds like it was a really good deal. Keep us posted. Maybe a few photos after she's cleaned up. :thumbsup: