Restored Garrard 401 - Unused - WOW!

What a Find!

Professionally restored Garrard 401 with plinth, tonearm, cartridge, and Cardas cable - fresh build and unused!

Renowned Garrard specialist Audio Grail restored this 401 core in the UK. The build features a 4" thick CNC cut plinth with ebony veneer and a three-coat polished lacquer finish. Styled with a new GrooveMaster II 12" silver tonearm (with sliding base) and SPU #1-E cartridge. (the ideal arm and cartridge combo, and a favorite of Garrard builder Artisan Fidelity). A 1.5M Cardas tonearm cable, installed Keystrobe light 'pulser', and natural cork/rubber feet complete the build.

*** Note: The motor speed needs professional adjustment and final calibration for 33 rpm. (currently set at 45 rpm, and it's not set up to toggle between 33 and 45 rpm) The table has a manual dial on the top surface to toggle between 33 and 45 rpm. When using the hand dial, the internal gears switch. Still, the fine speed adjustment dial to the left of that dial does adjust the speed in fine increments but not to the precise spec for both 33 and 45 rpm (when switching back and forth using the hand dial). It's currently at the spec for 45 rpm, and 33 either runs slightly fast or slow (I don't recall). As mentioned, a Garrard specialist completely overhauled the Garrard core by disassembling, refinishing, and carefully reassembling. The Garrared tech ran the core unit and tested it before it was packed and shipped to me from Europe. You will need someone familiar with Garrard to adjust the internal calibration screw(s)/motor so the table will be able to play both 45 and 33 rpm at spec speeds. This calibration detail needs to be completed before the build is finished. ***

Why am I selling? Unfortunately, I committed an audiophile sin. I brought this beauty to our home and never completed the vinyl system installation. The wife shakes her head and says to rehome all the gear I don't use. Okay, fine, it will go to a good home. : )

Gorgeous, ebony figure, sexy curves, and luxurious finish - we've received countless compliments from guests visiting our home.

Yours for $5,900 + $179 shipping in the contiguous US.

It will be packed meticulously and double-boxed for shipping. The tonearm will be packed in the factory box and shipped separately.

Enjoy the music, my friend.