SME 30/2 Drive Belt

My drive belt is getting a little on the old side. Any one have any hop up recommendations for a replacement? The SME is tough to find, but out there. Just wondering if anyone had another recommendation? Thanks!

geof305-13-2022 4:38am

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yogiboy Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,504 posts 05-13-2022 at 02:10pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Here ya go! https://www.analogueseduction.net/sme-upgrades-parts-accessories/sme-turntable-replacement-drive-belt.html
mijostyn Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 8,231 posts 05-13-2022 at 02:13pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Unfortunately, this is not the case. Friction from the pully slipping at startup wears the belt unevenly and the belt becomes lumpy for lack of a better term. This increases wow and flutter. @geof3, go here and I am sure they will supply you with the right belt. https://www.bluebirdmusic.com/
ketchup Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 692 posts 05-13-2022 at 11:37pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Friction from the pully slipping at startup wears the belt unevenly and the belt becomes lumpy for lack of a better term. Has anyone ever measured this uneven wear or is it just a theory? Anyway, a little platter nudge before turning on the TT will get around any startup wear if it's a real thing.
geof3 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,126 posts 05-14-2022 at 08:57pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Mine doesn’t slip at all, it’s just getting on a bit in age and can’t hurt to fresh it up.

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