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401 Transcription

Name: Garrard 401 Transcription
Brand: Garrard

Garrard

1965 – 1977

AnalogTurntablesDiscontinued

Estimated price (community-sourced)

$2,200

About the 401 Transcription

The Garrard 401 Transcription Turntable (1964-1977) is a legendary idler-wheel drive turntable designed for professional broadcast use, later adopted by audiophiles for its exceptional speed stability and durability. Featuring a heavy cast aluminum chassis (later upgraded to stainless steel in modern rebuilds), it became a favorite for custom plinth builds and tonearm configurations. Approximately 74,000 units were produced, with modern restorations often including precision-machined components, upgraded motor mounts, and modular platter systems for improved performance. Recent high-end rebuilds by specialists like Artisan Fidelity and Jean Nantais achieve prices up to .

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