…just bought these two:

Pioneer PL-400 Turntable: original advertisement

Grado Prestige Black Cartridge: link
So… just have to get a preamp since my reciever has no phono inputs and I’m set. That is, I officially have way too many components in my stack.
Hey dad, do you still have that vinyl brush?
It’s called a “preener”. It’s been in some random box for, let’s see…..about 17 years…..when you ended any further use I had for it. Actually I’ll see, but moving and all?…..might not find it.
What’s up with this retro stuff? Just when I finally get all or most of my components to accept the current standard…..you are out buying ANOTHER gadget to accept the old shit? So much for progress.
Wanna trade amps?
Dad.