I checked the Audio Blue Book and it states that your turntable is from 1987....could be newer though. The issue with B@O turntables is their cartridge. You need to get theirs because nothing else will fit.
It seems to be that at least you can get a needle replacement, but the motor issue, is something that will cost you a little more.
The entire question about getting this turntable running is what it means to you. If it is to get into analogue or records for the least amount of money, then, there are plenty of option out there. But, if it is to remember that person who left you the turntable, then, it might be worth the cost of getting it repaired. After all, B&O systems, when well maintained, cannot be beat in the looks department. Sonically, some people question the merits of B&O...but they are excellent for the space and the decent sound they produce.
Go check their site today. I have plenty to equipment that will beat their things sonically, but all together, their gear make a visual statement that will make for many, more of a statement than sonics alone. Some decent sounding equipment is simply, BUTT ugly.
Paul
It seems to be that at least you can get a needle replacement, but the motor issue, is something that will cost you a little more.
The entire question about getting this turntable running is what it means to you. If it is to get into analogue or records for the least amount of money, then, there are plenty of option out there. But, if it is to remember that person who left you the turntable, then, it might be worth the cost of getting it repaired. After all, B&O systems, when well maintained, cannot be beat in the looks department. Sonically, some people question the merits of B&O...but they are excellent for the space and the decent sound they produce.
Go check their site today. I have plenty to equipment that will beat their things sonically, but all together, their gear make a visual statement that will make for many, more of a statement than sonics alone. Some decent sounding equipment is simply, BUTT ugly.
Paul