Hi I have gemini XL500 I was having trouble when queuing up a record the platter would slow right down & stop, I took the screws out lifted the spindle while replacing the screws which worked for a while but right deck is starting to do it again but not as bad yet, the right deck was worse than the left before, wondered what yr advice/suggestions would be :) Also from reading yr answer to someone else's question I'm thinking i may need to replace my pitch on left deck tunes are speeding up n it's far from a org change if you go up n down on the pitch.. Thank you so much :)

SOURCE: SL1210 mk2 pitch problem

You lack the proper tools to calibrate the pitch. Here are is a tutorial on calibrating your unit: http://www.djproaudio.com/cgi-bin/Help/kb.cgi?do=read&id=18&lang=en Also, that decal on the turntable that measures speed, is not an exact science. It's just an indicator to give you an estimate of the speed your turntable is rotating. It's not to be used as an exact measurement. Over time, pitch controls tend to drift from their original settings. Calibrating it back to factory specs might fix the problem, however, there are various other factors which control the drive of these turntables. So, if this does not work, the problem lies somewhere else - usually within 1 of the 3 IC's.

SOURCE: High-pitched, repetitive squeaking noise from under platter on 1210MK2

Make sure there is nothing on the magnet part of the platter. Also, sometimes, the screws that hold down the plastic protective cover underneath the platter might not be seated all the way. Lastly, look at the bottom of the magnet, and make sure that it is in tact, and nothing is bent, broken, or cracked.

Other than that, try switching out the platters from your other turntable, and see if the problem persists. You need to rule out what it is not, before you can proceed with finding out what is the problem. So if the noise moves to the other turntable, you know the issue is with the platter. If the noise remains on the same turntable, then you can rule out the platter being the culprit, and can isolate the issue to the turntable. I've never heard of this, and I've fixed well over 3000 Technics 1200MK2/MK3/MK5 turntables in the past 10 years. I am also considered THE 1200s MASTER. So, I am not sure what could be causing this noise, other than some foreign matter. If your in the NY metro area, bring it on by, and I'll take a look at it, or give us a call, and I'll try and refer someone locally for you:

http://www.tweakrepair.com

- J

SOURCE: technic's 1210M5G problem with the pitch slowing

Sounds like your pitch control is about to go bad. I would suggest replacing it. The part can be purchased HERE.

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SOURCE: platter or motor or what?

Been seeing a lot of problems like this on the newer decks. if the lights instead of moving smoothly are moving a bit, then stopping a little, then moving a bit more. or just wobbling a little bit usually has something to do with the motors... I have also just had to have mine replaced to was having the same problem.... expensive

SOURCE: turntable will not hold pitch,speeds up or slows down.

they arte direct drive though so smirf617 how will that help ?