The Tech nics SL-Q33 is a wonderful turntable and a real insider tip! In principle, it is an SL-1210MK2 in the version for home use and - since it is visually not dissimilar to the entry-level devices, it is usually totally underestimated.
Very reliable device, but often a well-known mini-defect after long use:
Most of the time, the automatic does not work anymore, this is due to a normal square belt that controls the tonearm.
To open the device, first remove the turntable and lock the tonearm; if necessary, remove the headshell and tonearm weight. Then you put the device upside down on a pillow and unscrew the feet. This also loosens the bottom plate.
This belt, when you open the device, usually crumbles in the device and is replaced near the gears, where a small motor is sitting.
You can get such a belt, for example, at the hardware store. If you don't have a strap ready, you can also take a normal rubber band first.
However, a square belt with a diameter of 30mm from the well-stocked specialist shop is recommended. The arm moves faster because the matching strap has less slip.
Other information:
This device is completely controlled from the outside
The device has two motors for the separate control of the turntable and automatic
Repeat function.
The lift works via a push button.
Most of the time, the automatic does not work anymore, this is due to a normal square belt that controls the tonearm.
To open the device, first remove the turntable and lock the tonearm; if necessary, remove the headshell and tonearm weight. Then you put the device upside down on a pillow and unscrew the feet. This also loosens the bottom plate.
This belt, when you open the device, usually crumbles in the device and is replaced near the gears, where a small motor is sitting.
You can get such a belt, for example, at the hardware store. If you don't have a strap ready, you can also take a normal rubber band first.
However, a square belt with a diameter of 30mm from the well-stocked specialist shop is recommended. The arm moves faster because the matching strap has less slip.
This device is completely controlled from the outside
The device has two motors for separate control of the turntable and automatic