I picked up a 1984 AR ES-1 last year for $250. In good shape and it came with the Grace 707 tonearm and a Grado XF1 cartridge. I replaced the cart with a new Grado Gold 1 MM and it really sounds lovely for the price and looks awesome (to me) in cherry veneer.
Reminiscing about Dual and AR turntables
Hi Everyone,
Full disclosure, I don't own any vinyl, but I love all sorts of gear. Listen, one thing I have been thinking about are the Dual and AR turntables. When I was a kid, those were super in demand.
Today I hardly ever hear anyone mention them, instead I see a lot of demand for Thorens.
I'm just curious from those of you who follow why that might be.
Best,
E
Full disclosure, I don't own any vinyl, but I love all sorts of gear. Listen, one thing I have been thinking about are the Dual and AR turntables. When I was a kid, those were super in demand.
Today I hardly ever hear anyone mention them, instead I see a lot of demand for Thorens.
I'm just curious from those of you who follow why that might be.
Best,
E