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Old 03-18-2018, 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by gadawg View Post
I had seen a post on Audiogon where Matt posted that the bearing was expected to last 5-10 years in normal use.

George
Matt Weisfeld wrote regarding the bearing and replacement/maintenance.

"The Avenger bearing does not have to be disassembled and rebuilt like that once a year unless it is being put through some major DIY process that we haven't tested. The projected wear and tear was more in the 5-10 year projection pending upon use. Regardless of any turntable brand there is always an element or mechanism that will need to be replaced in time. Luckily with VPI owners we will still be around to help you with whatever that part is years later."

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Bob
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