I had the same problem with an SL-QL1. Turned out to be bad contacts in the lid closure safety switch. Cleaned the contacts in the switch and it has played flawlessly since.
The QL1 develops the same problem too. You can actually repair it using fine wire. I've done it and it was well worth it but certainly not economical. The other issue these have is failure of the opt sensors that detect the size and speed, and allow the track programming to function in the SL-15. I've yet to find a repair for the latter.
Thanks for this - very useful video. Bought one from Craigslist and it presented exactly this issue... didn't ruin my day because the guy who sold it to me kindly refunded the sale.
@@ampwerx.canada so it sounds like you have an idea of what you are talking about haha. I just recently found the old turntable of my dad, an SL-5. I feel like it would work but it is too slowly, so it doesn't turn fast enough. Do you have any idea how I could fix this? I know I am like a year too late haha but I would be really thankful for an answer. thanks a lot!
I have had great luck with my SL-5, which I have had for over 25 years. In fact, I found someone who has successfully repaired a number of them. He has acquired some for parts that he has used to repair others. It looks like your unit is more seriously damaged.
You say it is 'likely' a failure of the harness but have you actually had one apart and seen a failure of the harness, or seen one after the harness has been replaced?
Thanks for the info I just got one of these for free I dont know much about these, I plugged it in It starts up it spins 45/ 33 But it has a cartridge on it but the needle is missing ,It goes to the center then back to start ,Would you know where I can buy a cheap cartridge just to try it out
I always thought linear tracking was stupid---tracking error of a conventional turntable isn't enough that even the most jaded audiophile could tell the difference in a blind A-B comparison test
I had the same problem with an SL-QL1. Turned out to be bad contacts in the lid closure safety switch. Cleaned the contacts in the switch and it has played flawlessly since.
Very fixable . 5 or 6 hours of work is worth it to save one of these turntables.
When working they are fantastic
The QL1 develops the same problem too. You can actually repair it using fine wire. I've done it and it was well worth it but certainly not economical. The other issue these have is failure of the opt sensors that detect the size and speed, and allow the track programming to function in the SL-15. I've yet to find a repair for the latter.
Thanks for this - very useful video. Bought one from Craigslist and it presented exactly this issue... didn't ruin my day because the guy who sold it to me kindly refunded the sale.
Mine developed this recently, but stopped following a serious cleaning and a replacement of 37yr old sketchy micro switches on the lid controls.
Exactly. My SL-15 had same symptoms - random aborts. Cleaned the lid microswitch, replaced the small belt and all is well.
@@ampwerx.canada so it sounds like you have an idea of what you are talking about haha. I just recently found the old turntable of my dad, an SL-5. I feel like it would work but it is too slowly, so it doesn't turn fast enough. Do you have any idea how I could fix this? I know I am like a year too late haha but I would be really thankful for an answer. thanks a lot!
@@lw4724 Mine does not have that problem so I'm not sure what to tell you. You might check the turntable bearing. The grease may have dried out.
@@lw4724 there are two tiny holes on the underside of the player. You can use those to adjust 45rpm and 33rpm speeds separately if they're not right.
Thanks! I have two sl5's, one is shutting down after 5 seconds of turning. The other one works fine.
I have had great luck with my SL-5, which I have had for over 25 years. In fact, I found someone who has successfully repaired a number of them. He has acquired some for parts that he has used to repair others. It looks like your unit is more seriously damaged.
Care to share your repairman you found? I'm in the midwest.
@@rorymasini I am in Pennsylvania.
Thanks for the heads up on this type of turntable.
Thank you for saving me all the time in trying to fix this.
You say it is 'likely' a failure of the harness but have you actually had one apart and seen a failure of the harness, or seen one after the harness has been replaced?
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Thanks for the info I just got one of these for free I dont know much about these, I plugged it in It starts up it spins 45/ 33 But it has a cartridge on it but the needle is missing ,It goes to the center then back to start ,Would you know where I can buy a cheap cartridge just to try it out
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Unfortunately, my SL-7 died just like what you said. 😭
I always thought linear tracking was stupid---tracking error of a conventional turntable isn't enough that even the most jaded audiophile could tell the difference in a blind A-B comparison test
Depends on the arm and cartridge. Records are cut with linear tracking lathes.
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Yikes!