mazer78

I bought a Dual 1212, but haven't installed it yet. I have to look into it, but I assumed it had auto-return, but if it does, it doesn't work. I figured I should probably fix that if it does have it before I go through the effort to install it in the console. Just been too busy to deal with it, so I have it setup externally for the time being.

I do keep the door open when playing, but shut it when not in use.

I found 2 turntables locally that I am considering, but would like opinions on which way to go. A Dual 1212 for $60 or a Elac Miracord 770H that looks basically brand new for $200? Both appear that they will fit. The Dual supposedly works great, but looks a bit more aged than the Elac Miracord. Thanks for the advise thus far guys!

This is what I am dealing with. The depth from the back of the shelf to the door is 12 3/4", but the door is angled back a bit, so I only have a depth of 12 1/2" to work with. As you can see, the width really isn't an issue. If I need to keep the door open while in use, that will not be a problem either. i have no issues modifying the shelf, but that is really all I can modify. I fell like I am being difficult here, and that is not my intention, as I do appreciate all of the advice. At this point, it seems like the Pro-ject Elemental (http://www.project-audio.com/main.php?prod=elemental&cat=turntables〈=en) is my only real option that will fit properly.

It's nothing fancy or high end. Just an old Panasonic hooked up to a Sony reciever. I'll look into posting the picture when I'm home later. Thanks.

I tried to post pics, but just can't seem to figure out how to do so.

In this particular circumstance, yes, I am choosing looks over function. I have a nice turntable in my living room, and bought this cabinet for my family room, as it will fit in perfect with the rest of my mid-century modern furniture. It seems a waste to not get a turntable for it, but I want modify it as little as possible, as it is mostly going to be used just as furniture and not much of an actual record player. Even though I won't use it much, I want the option of doing so without damaging my records. Make sense?

I would post a picture of what I am dealing with, but can't seem to figure out how to do so.

The 12" platter will fit, but if I get anything that has a base (of the player itself, not whatever "chassis" it is in) more than 1/2" deeper than the diameter of the platter, I won't be able to shut to cabinet door when I am not using it.

The Dual 505 may work, but the big problem is that almost anything with a full size platter won't fit, as the platter itself takes up almost all of the room I have.

Thanks a lot guys, but the Debut III and all of the Duals that i can find on Ebay are too big. Any experience with the Pro-ject Elemental?

I recently picked up a very cool mid century cabinet, but it has been retrofitted with a Crosley Cruiser taken out of its suitcase and mounted inside. I know these are known for damaging records, so I am looking to replace it with something that is safe to play vinyl on. Any suggestions? I can take something apart like the cruiser has been. It will need to mount flat inside the cabinet, and be no deeper than 12". The width doesn't much matter. I am trying to keep it under $300 if possible. Thanks in advance! -Michael