Built to Garrard's highest standards, this handsomely designed 4-speed unit is actually an exceptionally compact automatic turntable at the price of an ordinary record charger.
It was designed to introduce a new concept of performance and versatility to systems where space must be considered. Despite its modest price, dealers large and small, in all parts of the country, have included its predecessor in the overwhelming majority of advertised music systems which they preselect. These dealers are aware that they can combine the 40 MkII with the finest amplifiers, receivers and speakers, and offer them to their most discriminating customers assured that it will be compatible and an enduring credit to their judgement.
The widespread dealer confidence which this Garrard model type has earned, is an significant as the impressive list of features which the 40 MkII offers. This is the lowest priced Garrard automatic turntable, but all Garrards must meet the same high standards of quality. The 40 MkII may be purchased with complete assurance that it will serve its purpose admirably, operating with utmost reliability from the beginning, and for years to come.
Shell is lightweight cut away type with extended finger lift for safety in handling. It plugs in, accommodates widest personal choice of cartridges, can be removed from the arm instantly to change cartridge or service stylus
Stylus pressure adjusted with simple, accessible finger touch device, for correct tracking force, according to the cartridge manufacturers specifications
Graceful cast aluminum tone arm is counterbalanced - first time this type of arm has been available in a popular priced unit. This feature alone gives the 40 Mk II particular significance - an automatic in the economy field which can track high quality cartridges for finer sound reproduction
Super sensitive trip, with Dupont Delrin to offset friction, operates with any high compliance pick up at correct minimal tracking force
Garrard 4-pole shaded "Induction Surge" motor, with dynamically balanced rotor, shielded from hum. Constant speed assured, free from vibration.
Oversized turntable with handsome mat is reminiscent of previous Garrard models in a considerably higher price echelon
Two spindles - a convenient short spindle for playing single records manually; an interchangeable center drop spindle for automatic play when desired. Spindles remove for safety and convenience when taking records off the turntable. In automatic position, 40 Mk II intermixes records of any size or sequence
Specifications
Record Speeds: 16-2/3; 33-⅓; 45 and 78 rpm
Power Requirements: 100 - 130 Volts, 60 cycles AC (50 cycle pulley available)
Cabinet dimensions: (W x D x H) 14-7/8" x 12-1/2" x 4-5/8" (and 2-7/8" below motor board)
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