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Vintage ARxb turntable. Refurb or replace

Hello fellow music lovers. I am asking advice as to whether I should refurbish my vintage 47 year old ARxb turntable or replace. I primarily stream Qobuz through a Bluesound streamer 
and McIntosh MA7900 and SVS Ultra Towers and subs. I have an old record collection but rarely use my TT as it has a hum that needs attention. My question is Refurb or replace. I figure Refurb may cost 3-600 and a budget to replace is 1500 give or take. Sentimental value is high as I bought this TT new in ‘76 after recovering from a severe case of Guillain Barre Syndrome and is the last part of my first major purchase (long gone Marantz2270, AR2ax speakers. I do not plan on changing my streaming habits as I love finding new music. I also used my album collection for a Jazz radio show many years ago and the studios needles were unkind to my albums. Thank you. 
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Look at the suspension rebuild parts available at Vinyl Nirvana. I rebuilt the suspension  of my AR "the Turntable" (1984 mfg. date) three years ago. Not difficult or expensive and the results were amazing. You can also replace the motor if desired - but not necessary.

I would suggest you consider replacing the tonearm with a vintage SME or Jelco. No essential but better than the AR standard.



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