We listened to some Jazz, first in stereo and later in mono. It was the best sounding TT rig I’ve ever heard. Not to mention total eye candy.
You forgot to mention cartridges, because this is what you’ve been listening to.
I’m still looking for a Victor UA-7082 arm for the main position.
I have one 7082 in mint condition, perfect sample without any problem with original rubber grommet in the counterweight (just like my previous 7045). I would recommend to pay attention to Victor MM cartridges like X-1IIe with titanium pipe cantilever (if the stylus is original) and higher models. For Victor 7082 tonearm MCL10 cartridge is one of the best (i tried them all).
Few days ago i gave my spare Victor plinth (for two tonearms) to local carpenter for restoration, it will be refreshed soon (cleaned, oiled and waxed).
I remember we recommended Lustre GST-801 to Elliott and he bought it, those 3 is what i really like and Victor has the best value on the market (cheap). Not easy to find in NOS or MINT condition like my samples on the images, but well worth the effort (imo).