AR modifications by George Merrill

The AR turntable can be upgraded to a performance level that will equal the best tables. A list of the GEM Dandy (George Merrill) upgrades available: Periphery Clamping Ring THIS LISTING IS FOR THE RING AND CENTERING JIG ONLY ,TO BE USED WITHOUT THE PLATER UPGRADE. The subchassis upgrade $275.00 Plater system upgrade $449.00 Motor upgrade $225.00 DMD system $790.00. If all of these upgrades are done the AR table will outperform most any other table. All that remains is the base.
New Built Tables - Page 2- Vinyl Engine
New Built Tables- Vinyl Engine
Control and the AR Motor- Vinyl Engine
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The GEM Dandy Periphery LP clamping ring is the most advanced ring design available. The original and first clamping ring was used on the Merrill Heirloom turntable in 1980.The periphery ring is forged from bronze to lower the resonant frequency and incorporates a damping insert. Comes with a centering jig. Make sure their is enough clearance available. The picture gives the dimensions of the ring. Some cartridges will not clear the ring for the lead in band, the lip is .025 inch thick. hifigem.com