I have always loved the B&O look and the convenience of not handling the tonearm. I record many individual LP tracks and B&O control enables that process. Yes, the loss of signal either left or right could simply be replacing 3' of wire; the first hiccup I've experienced with this turntable ever. Maybe a sign of the times to look at a suitable replacement. I enjoy doing the research and learning what's new out there!
Turntable choices
Have owned a Bang & Olufsen 8002 turntable for 35 years and value highly it's tone-arm control features. I've lost an output channel while upgrading my pre-amp from a McIntosh C32 to a McIntosh C47. A rebuilt 8002 w/an MMC4 rebuilt cartridge is available on Ebay for $950. My question is: do I stay with the B & O, maybe upgrading the cartridge or look at a new turntable with 35 years of new technology "under the hood"?