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301

Name: Garrard 301
Brand: Garrard

Garrard

1954 – 1966

AnalogTurntablesDiscontinued

Estimated price (community-sourced)

$3,200

About the 301

The Garrard 301 is a renowned transcription turntable that was first released in 1954. It is celebrated for its exceptional audio quality, durability, and versatility. This turntable features a die-cast aluminum baseplate supporting a shaded-pole synchronous AC induction motor, which spins at 1740 rpm. It offers three speeds: 33⅓, 45, and 78 rpm, with fine speed adjustments available via an eddy current brake system. The Garrard 301 is equipped with a heavy, accurately balanced turntable platter and is known for its low wow and flutter content, making it ideal for professional and high-fidelity applications. It was widely used by broadcasting studios, including the BBC, and is still admired by audiophiles today.

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