Garrard Zero 100S (1974–1977)
A two-speed automatic turntable produced by Garrard between 1974 and 1977, designed for single-record playback with a pantograph tonearm.
Overview
The Garrard Zero 100S is an automatic, single-record turntable produced between 1974 and 1977. It features idler-wheel drive and supports two playback speeds, making it compatible with common vinyl formats of the era. Designed for precision, it shares key engineering traits with the closely related Zero 100 model, including a pantograph tonearm intended to improve tracking accuracy.
Specifications
| Play modes | automatic, single record |
| Speeds | two-speed |
| Drive method | idler wheel |
| Wow | better than 0.10% RMS |
| Flutter | better than 0.05% RMS |
| Rumble | negligible |
Design
The Zero 100S uses a pantograph tonearm design, which helps reduce tracking error during playback. It operates as a single-record player with automatic start and stop functions, distinguishing it from multi-record changers while maintaining mechanical precision for high-fidelity performance.
Market
The Garrard Zero 100S holds a collectibility rating of 7/10, appealing to vintage audio enthusiasts and engineers interested in its unique tonearm design. Common issues include the speed selector sticking on 33rpm and the tonearm incorrectly starting at the 7" position when playing 12" or 10" records. Listings show current market values around $375 or €400, reflecting its niche appeal and mechanical complexity.
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