Among vintage turntables, perhaps none is as iconic as the Transcriptors Skeleton. Had you been unfamiliar, you may not know you're looking at a 50 year old table. This is a particularly clean example, and still includes the original Vestigial tonearm. We've completely rewired the arm, and fully calibrated the entire system. This Skeleton is looking forward to the next 50 years, and we're including an extra stylus for the ride.
Production
1973-1977
Condition
9/10
Orig. MSRP
$590
Restoration
- Full service check.
- Cleaned controls and switches.
- Disassembled, detailed, & lubed.
- Tonearm rewired and calibrated.
Specs
Type Belt-drive 2-speed turntable
Platter 12" diameter, cast and machined, aluminium alloy with 5 gold-plated weights, approx 6.5 lb in weight
Main Bearing Slim section ball-ended ground and polished steel, supported on a hardened steel thrust plate. Bushing coated with low-friction PTFE.
Motor 10 Pole synchronous, split-phase, 720rpm
Cartridge Audio Technica Signet TK7SU
Tonearm Transcriptors Vestigial
Overall Tonearm length 8 3/4"
Pivot to Stylus 1 3/8"
Tonearm Mounting shaft diameter 5/8"
Vertical adjustment 2 1/2"
Lead capacitance 99pf per meter
Wow and flutter 0.05%
Speeds 33 and 45rpm
Rumble nil
Dimensions 18"W x 7"H x 15.5"D
Weight 50 lbs.
Designer
David Gammon
Documentation
Transcriptors Skeleton Owner's Manual
The History of Transcriptors
Transcriptors was founded in 1960 by the late David Gammon along with his brother Anthony as secretary, which was a legal requirement at the time, The company was one of the World’s leading manufacturer of manual turntables, tone arms and accessories, and one of the most modern hi-fi manufacturing plants in Europe duri...
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Liner Notes
Designed by David Gammon in Carlow, Ireland.
The Transcriptors Skeleton employs a low speed synchronous motor on a sprung-suspension motor board.
The Skeleton's platter is driven by a rubber belt providing the best insulation against vibration and rumble.
In order to eliminate any mechanical or electrical shock to the equipment, the on-off switching is accomplished by means of a magnetically actuated reed switch which assures long, trouble-free life.
Packing
Prepare to be impressed. We have arguably the best packing process around. This piece will ship double-boxed, and fully insulated, taking extra care to ensure there's no pressure against the face. First, the component is first wrapped in 8mil plastic. Then, the unit is strapped to a plate inside an inner box to prevent shifting, and padded on all sides. We then suspend the inner box inside a double-walled outer box using shock-resistant foam corners. We also take great care to protect the tonearm and stylus, and we will tighten any transport screws. You can be confident that your table will arrive snug as a bug in a rug.
Shipping
This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $175, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.
Stock No.
7983330394333
