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Measuring Turntable Platter Speed

I have an older Rega P2 that seems to warble (for lack of a better word) when playing. It's not that it's fast or slow, but I can hear slight, quick, pitch changes when playing a record. I put a new belt on, but no change.

Is there a method or relatively inexpensive instrument that I could use to monitor small fluctuations in platter speed?

Thanks in advance - Jim S.

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melm
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The short answer is . . no!

But that doesn’t mean you’re at the end of the road. While you can’t measure the fluctuation, you can probably fix it. New bearing, new bearing lubrication, repair of worn bearing, new belt, new motor. Somewhere in there is your answer. A belt driven TT is really a very simple thing. Is there support for this sort of thing at Rega? Is there a forum of Rega users where you might find good advice?

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