looking to purchase AT6006 tonearm lift or similar

If anyone is still interested: ( http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=390434477588 ) Probably the best deal I've seen in a while, on the Bay.

They show up on eBay regularly(at least every other week). Yours is a tight schedule though! This is the only alternative that I've seen: ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDWeFa69rJs ) Haven't seen the Stylift for sale anywhere lately though. It was manufactured by Monitor Audio.

@Mr T- No problem(glad it worked). Happy listening!

Not only that, BUT- the one on eBay is in HONG KONG. I wouldn't send a Dime over there, on a bet! I bought two NOS/NIB Safety Raisers(one boxed as a Signet SK501) last year. Each for under $150.00. Both had the original price tag of $19.95(what I paid for my first in 1981), on the box. YES- They are getting more scarce(and more expensive).

Mr B: Outside of the plethora of inferior & cheaply made counterfeit items, flooding the World from that general area, and their patently obvious disregard for honesty in business? Let's see: ARC's single major reliability problem(over the years) was traced back to this:(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor_plague)Did you notice the, "Industrial Espionage" part of that article? (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/05/19/AR2007051901273.html) (http://economyincrisis.org/content/us-barraged-dangerous-imports-china) (http://lansing.injuryboard.com/defective-and-dangerous-products/amongst-other-dangerous-chinese-imports-atvs-are-added-to-the-list.aspx?googleid=274934) (http://chinaboycott.net/ ) This one especially concerned me: ( http://news.yahoo.com/counterfeit-chinese-parts-slipping-u-military-aircraft-report-135759754--abc-news-topstories.html ) I'm simply saving keystrokes, by posting some current internet items. My own experiences with the crap imported from Southeast Asia/China could fill a good sized tome. As you said, "YMMV!" In general, I just strive to avoid purchasing ANYTHING from that area, whenever possible. The Japanese(for instance), on the other hand, are totally anal about quality control, and their honesty; beyond reproach. Of course; there are exceptions to every rule, and- I am NOT trying to persuade anyone of anything. Just stating my opinion/observations, and answering your question. Happy listening!

Depending on how badly you want an original Safety Raiser: ( http://www.ebay.com/itm/AUDIO-TECHNICA-AT6006-SAFETY-RAISER-ARM-LIFTER-RARE-N-O-S-/110894508938?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item19d1d3eb8a )

My first Safety Raiser lasted 30yrs. When they wear out; they simply don't lift, or lift quickly(what mine did). Neither will damage an arm or cartridge. I suppose, if I manage to outlive the two I own now; I'll try the Q'UP. Having to use a piece of tape to lock it in place(per the instructions), seems a bit chessy though.

Hello Mr T: Is your trip wire in contact with the tiny magnet(situated between the two wires), when your Raiser is locked down(ready for action), every time? If not; the slightest vibration can trigger it. I had to bend the trip wire(CCW) slightly on mine, to get it to trigger properly/consistantly. They can be somewhat frustrating to set up, at times. Once they are tuned in; they are a joy.