Ariston Pro Deck

A turntable sold in the UK in the early 1990s, noted for use with the Linn K9 cartridge and reports of speed control issues.

Overview

The Ariston Pro Deck is a turntable that appeared in UK hi-fi publications around 1993. It was used by at least one owner with a Linn K9 cartridge, suggesting it was used with a high-quality cartridge of the era. Two listings in Hi-Fi Choice magazines document its retail price, though the figures differ slightly. A full delivery and repair service was advertised, indicating support infrastructure at the time of sale.

Specifications

Market

The Ariston Pro Deck was listed at £151.15 in Hi-Fi Choice 110 and £159.95 in Hi-Fi Choice 111, though the reason for the discrepancy is unclear. A full delivery and repair service was advertised for the model. Some owners have reported speed control problems, specifically that the turntable runs faster than 45 rpm and the speed switch may not function correctly.

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