Marlux - Belt-Drive Semi-Automatic Turntable

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Estimate  € 150 - € 200
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€34
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€25
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€20

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The Marlux MX-56 belt-drive semi-automatic turntable, made in 1970, is in good physical condition and has been tested and works.

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Marlux MX-56 - Belt Drive Stereo Hi-Fi Turntable - Made in Japan - 1970s

Offered: vintage Marlux MX-56 record player from the 1970s.

Japanese build quality with a classic wooden cabinet in walnut veneer and the original tinted dust cover. Belt-driven model with an S-shaped tonearm, widely sold in the 1970s as a solid Hi-Fi player.

Specifications:
• Brand: Marlux
• Model: MX-56 Stereo Hi-Fi Turntable
• Drive: belt drive, manual operation
• Speeds: 33 and 45 rpm, switch top-left on the platter
• Tonearm: S-shaped arm with adjustable counterweight, anti-skating weight with wire, cue lever UP / DOWN, PLAY / CUT switch
• Headshell: removable, with green cartridge - new needle present.
• Connections: rear with RCA R / L and separate GND (earth) screw
• Power: AC 110/220V switchable, 50/60Hz, 17W - 50Hz sticker present for EU use
• Serial number: 503330360 - clearly legible on the rear nameplate
• Cabinet: walnut veneer wood
• Dust cover: original tinted cover with metal hinges

Condition:
Good vintage condition, used, 100% original and unrestored. See photos for exact state. New needle and belt!

• Platter spins smoothly by hand.
• Tonearm moves freely, counterweight and anti-skate complete
• Dust cover has light scratches and signs of wear matching age - no cracks or breaks
• Wood veneer has very light wear on the edges, see photos - no deep damage
• Metal top plate has some dust and light micro-scratches - not aggressively polished
• Cables: original RCA cable set and power cord included as in photo
• Electrically tested - works 100%

Vintage object offered in honest, untouched condition. No modifications, no repainting.

Dimensions & Weight:
Approx. 44 x 36 x 15 cm (with cover closed)
Weight approx. 7-8 kg

Packaging:
Carefully packed: platter will be packaged separately if needed, arm locked, dust cover extra protected with bubble wrap and cardboard.

Shipping / Pickup:
Safe shipping within the EU possible. Pickup in Ootmarsum (Overijssel, NL) is welcome and preferred.

Marlux MX-56 - Belt Drive Stereo Hi-Fi Turntable - Made in Japan - 1970s

Offered: vintage Marlux MX-56 record player from the 1970s.

Japanese build quality with a classic wooden cabinet in walnut veneer and the original tinted dust cover. Belt-driven model with an S-shaped tonearm, widely sold in the 1970s as a solid Hi-Fi player.

Specifications:
• Brand: Marlux
• Model: MX-56 Stereo Hi-Fi Turntable
• Drive: belt drive, manual operation
• Speeds: 33 and 45 rpm, switch top-left on the platter
• Tonearm: S-shaped arm with adjustable counterweight, anti-skating weight with wire, cue lever UP / DOWN, PLAY / CUT switch
• Headshell: removable, with green cartridge - new needle present.
• Connections: rear with RCA R / L and separate GND (earth) screw
• Power: AC 110/220V switchable, 50/60Hz, 17W - 50Hz sticker present for EU use
• Serial number: 503330360 - clearly legible on the rear nameplate
• Cabinet: walnut veneer wood
• Dust cover: original tinted cover with metal hinges

Condition:
Good vintage condition, used, 100% original and unrestored. See photos for exact state. New needle and belt!

• Platter spins smoothly by hand.
• Tonearm moves freely, counterweight and anti-skate complete
• Dust cover has light scratches and signs of wear matching age - no cracks or breaks
• Wood veneer has very light wear on the edges, see photos - no deep damage
• Metal top plate has some dust and light micro-scratches - not aggressively polished
• Cables: original RCA cable set and power cord included as in photo
• Electrically tested - works 100%

Vintage object offered in honest, untouched condition. No modifications, no repainting.

Dimensions & Weight:
Approx. 44 x 36 x 15 cm (with cover closed)
Weight approx. 7-8 kg

Packaging:
Carefully packed: platter will be packaged separately if needed, arm locked, dust cover extra protected with bubble wrap and cardboard.

Shipping / Pickup:
Safe shipping within the EU possible. Pickup in Ootmarsum (Overijssel, NL) is welcome and preferred.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Marlux
Model
Belt-Drive Semi-Automatic
Multiple models
No
Physical condition
Good
Number of objects
1
Includes
No extra's
Serial number
503330360
Year of manufacturing
1970
Weight
8000 g
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
The NetherlandsVerified
Private

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