Will a record weight harm the motor in a direct drive turntable?


I've considered buying a record weight for my Denon DP-59L turntable, but I'm concerned that adding the weight would put added strain on the direct drive motor.  Does anyone have experience or advice with this?

aggie88

Showing 1 response by elliottbnewcombjr

I think your Denon  motor/bearing, like my JVC TT81 is substantial enough to handle extra weight. I use the Audio Technica AT618a.

The Luxman and others use a ’reduced weight’ motor/bearing design, and you would not want much weight, these rubber holders for reel to reel players also fit TT spindles

new rubber holder, press on spindle, $10