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Tonearms question - Please help

I am completely new to Audiogon, have never posted to forums
and am looking for help. Please forgive any stylistic errors I might make.

I have a Denon DP 60L and the tonearm was destroyed by movers. I need to replace it somehow. I don't know if I could ever find an actual denon tonearm which would be great. If anyone has any thoughts about that please share them. I also was wondering if anyone could tell me if one of the aftermarket tonearms I see on this site would fit my DP 60L and how I go about making the whole thing happen.

I realize these are probably simple questions for many of you but I really need help so any guidance would be appreciated. Thanks!
bisou
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stanwal
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The Denon arms were not that good, I would check with the Audiogoner who sells Jelco, Audiodragon I think, who may know if they will fit easily. Any of them will be much better than the Denon. The first thing to do is to completely remove the old arm and see what size hole is left. Don't worry about doing this; I know from personal experience that taking things apart is far easier than reassembling them and you don't have to worry about that. Post what you find and I or someone else will help you farther.
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thom_at_galibier_design
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There are two key things you're concerned about.

One is the pivot to spindle distance - the distance from the center of the mounting hole to the record spindle. On the 250 style Jelco, it's 214 mm.

The other issue is whether your Denon's platter height is standard. A good working number is for the top of the platter to be about 1-3/8" (1.375") above the surface of the armboard.

Dealer disclaimer - I sell the Jelco arms under the Artisan Audio badge.

Cheers,
Thom @ Galibier
chazzbo
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Sure you want DD TT?Have you heard a decent Belt Drive to compare?Yeah you have potential of less peed acccuracy but with a decent belt drive you have less rumble and a new maybe better experience/For price of replacement arm.Ask movers for cost of replacement and check out a Rega,VPI or other deck that would equal price of arm more or less.Jelco 9" is nice but will set you back $500 or so.Just a thought.
Chazz
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stanwal
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That is the Jelco 750, which is a very good arm, I have one. However, the 250 arm is available in either straight or S version for $290.
bisou OP
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You guys are awesome! I really appreciate your input. Thanks and let me know if there is anything else.
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