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Post by widespreadpanic on Aug 17, 2020 20:02:20 GMT -5
So I have an opportunity to get a B & O 2400 turntable with 2 cartridges, I do not know what kind they are, for $650. He sent the turntable in for professional maintenance and has paperwork to prove it. Can anyone tell me about this TT and if this is a fair deal? I saw one on eBay for $350. I know nothing about TT but I will grab this if it something I should not pass up. Thank you for your consideration and reply.
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Post by frenchyfranky on Aug 17, 2020 20:27:47 GMT -5
IMO don't touch this, investing this amount on brand new Pro-Ject or Rega is a way lot more logic and Hi-Fi sounding wise. Personally I always considered B&O Design fashonista, not Hi-Fi gears.
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Post by AudioHTIT on Aug 17, 2020 20:45:39 GMT -5
So I have an opportunity to get a B & O 2400 turntable with 2 cartridges, I do not know what kind they are, for $650. He sent the turntable in for professional maintenance and has paperwork to prove it. Can anyone tell me about this TT and if this is a fair deal? I saw one on eBay for $350. I know nothing about TT but I will grab this if it something I should not pass up. Thank you for your consideration and reply. It probably a B&O 4002 Turntable (I don’t think they ever made a 2400). If that’s the case it’s one of the coolest turntables ever made; incredible styling, tangential tracking, fully automatic, integrated cartridge. I actually have one. However, they started making them in about 1974, and many are about that old, mines a ‘76 I believe. There is much that can go wrong with these units, and it’s not easy to get a cartridge should the original be broken, so unless you like to tinker or know the unit’s been fully refurbished, then you might want to steer clear. When working properly however, they’re very nice and being tangential have 0 tracking error. That’s probably a fair price for a recently maintained, working unit with two cartridges. So ... wanna buy one? 😆 Here’s what they look like.  |
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Post by vcautokid on Aug 18, 2020 5:24:14 GMT -5
A couple paths here. Either one is applicable depending on what you want. Not all B & O was just masters of fashion. Or fine art for that matter. The Beocord 9000 cassette deck was compared favorably to Nakamichi in the day. I used a friend's 9000 and it sounded very nice. I had a Nakamichi ZX-7 at the time, and it was good times. A word on this turntable. Parts are scarce, and easy to get gouged. Finding a cartridge variety is low. The linear trackers or otherwise. Also some had slightly warped platter issues. Very rare instances. I know this from a friend who has this turntable. A new used platter the problem is gone. This is a fine performer. Quite heavy and well isolated motor assembly. Its operation very elegant. This is a quality bit of kit. If the turntable you seek has been completely gone through and transport, bearing assembly and so on and electronics are sound. Go for it. Never buy one of these that has not been thoroughly gone through by a technician who knows these turntables. There are hacks and great techs out there. If this was done good and proper, you could be very happy with it, and enjoy for years to come. It is very easy to dismiss a classic like this when new turntables are in the lime light these days. And there are many brand new that you can spend your hard earned money on no doubt. B & O is not in the business of making gear like this anymore. Making this a desirable classic. If the above aforementioned maintenance tasks have been performed and the electronics given a clean bill of health. It is easy for others to tell you what to do. This is called advice. Caveats. New turntables are ready to go with minimum fuss and no previous owner history to worry about. Fully warranted. Full support with easy to attain parts and vast cartridge selection. So easy really to do. At $650.00 you can get a nice turntable and cartridge new that could float your boat too. It will handle and of course sound different than this B & O will of course. Notice I didn't say "better", I said different. This turntable you are considering was from another time. Is it relevant in this time and age? Sure it is. Is it the best solution for you? I am not going to be arrogant and tell you what to do. Too many other people can do that if they want. I would merely suggest that you weigh your options. What attracted you to this turntable in the first place? What are you looking for in a turntable in general and more specifically. Does this turntable meet or exceed those expectations.
I am not a name dropper as many may do here. That what you see here for what it is worth. Take you time. Use a cool head, and throttle back your heart. The heart can get you great gear, or something you may not be in love with for a long time. Happens all the time in audio. Also in life. Look at the balance sheet of must haves. Support, accessory support, cartridge support. Parts support if it needs service down the road. Sure if you like, experience of others here with turntables here and elsewhere. Don't be jaded only by reviews, but real life everyday life with turntable systems. There are some folks here that take it very seriously. But always remember, it is advice. No one should ever Tell you what to do. Advise and counsel, heck yeah. Some good advice here. Some times dubious advice here. No different than anywhere else. Please do your homework. Do you currently have a turntable you are enjoying? What is this one doing that you are curious about your current isn't doing. Or is this your first Turntable? What are the ancillaries. Phono Preamplifier or is it in a receiver or integrated. Does it support moving coil or moving magnet and so on and does it fit your needs and desires. If you also have a large record collection and want the utmost care for them, a good turntable system is essential including cleaning and care.
I have had many turntables in the day. Someday I want to do it again, but reality and space say no, and I am okay with that. My studio keeps me plenty busy. But in summary take your time, don't be impulsive and look carefully at your needs and desires. There are many turntable options. Some more ideal than others. Depends what is important to you. Your budget will let you buy a fine choice. Be sure that it is a choice you can happily live with for a long time.
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Post by 405x5 on Aug 18, 2020 7:01:36 GMT -5
So I have an opportunity to get a B & O 2400 turntable with 2 cartridges, I do not know what kind they are, for $650. He sent the turntable in for professional maintenance and has paperwork to prove it. Can anyone tell me about this TT and if this is a fair deal? I saw one on eBay for $350. I know nothing about TT but I will grab this if it something I should not pass up. Thank you for your consideration and reply. If you want to be married to ONE cartridge....this is the turntable for you. The whole B&O thing was such a fashion statement.....you couldn’t not look.....but when you listened the whole thing was mediocrity. Bill |
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Post by mgbpuff on Aug 18, 2020 7:27:36 GMT -5
Given the OP's equipment list, he seems to be a connoisseur of equipment. This tt has eye catching style and linear tracking (a technical plus and rare). Its look is appealing (especially to females who by nature abhor the mechanical looks of most tt). I would want it provided it looks pristine and has two working cartridges. It is a piece of audio history.
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Post by AudioHTIT on Aug 18, 2020 21:10:23 GMT -5
Given the OP's equipment list, he seems to be a connoisseur of equipment. This tt has eye catching style and linear tracking (a technical plus and rare). Its look is appealing ( especially to females who by nature abhor the mechanical looks of most tt). I would want it provided it looks pristine and has two working cartridges. It is a piece of audio history. Very true, I sold B&O for several years, and was happy to have regular female customers. Many of them were attracted to the styling of B&O, but were sold by the straightforward and logical operation. |
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Post by widespreadpanic on Aug 18, 2020 21:18:56 GMT -5
Thank you all for your time and advice.
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Post by widespreadpanic on Aug 20, 2020 21:08:02 GMT -5
The owner took a closer look and the model is actually a TX2. So I pose the same questions in the original post. Thank you for your consideration.
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Post by AudioHTIT on Aug 20, 2020 21:47:52 GMT -5
Looks like a newer / similar version of that basic tangential design, don’t know a thing about it, but I’d guess it could still be pretty good.  |
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