Garrard SP25 MKII (1964–1975)

A manually operated, idler-wheel-driven turntable with 4-speed operation, part of Garrard's consumer line in the mid-20th century.

Overview

The Garrard SP25 MKII is a manually operated turntable made from 1964 to 1975. It was a single record player for home use. It plays at 4 speeds (16, 33, 45, and 78 rpm) through an idler wheel drive. The arm is an improved tubular aluminium design with resilient mounting, and it has a dependable reputation. It is simpler than Garrard's professional 301 and 401 models, but it brought the same core engineering to the consumer market.

Specifications

Turntable Type	manually operated
Drive	idler wheel drive
Speeds	4 speed (16/33/45/78rpm)
Motor	low voltage range motor suitable for 100/130 volts AC or dual voltage range motor suitable for 100/130 or 200/250 volts
Pickup arm	improved tubular aluminium pickup arm with a resiliently mounted
Wow and Flutter	Less than 0.055%

Design

The SP25 MKII has an improved tubular aluminium pickup arm with resilient mounting. That improves tracking stability and cuts the vibration passed along during playback.

Market

The SP25 MKII typically sells for $50 - $150, depending on condition and restoration status. Common maintenance is replacing the idler wheel, and fully refurbished units often come with new components. A 1968 listing noted an original price of £15 6 4. One source mentions a belt replacement, but the drive is confirmed as idler wheel. Any belt reference may be an error or may belong to a different model.

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