20 Most Recent Crosley CR74 Turntable Questions & Answers

It's likely the belt has slipped of and probably needs replacing. You can do this yourself. It will be found under the turntable matt. The trick though is fitting it back on. But you might find the instructions on-line (enter the model number into google search). Some people have even put YouTube video's on how to replace the belt on popular turntables.

Transforners are safety parts and should only be replaced by those authorised by the maker. If you need to replace it contact Crosley as to where you can get one.

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If it a PROPER head-shell the leads DO come off the pins at the rear of the cartridge.

Also if you are using EXTERNAL speaker it may be that the speaker leads are incorrectly wired to the speakers and that would simply be a matter of swapping the external speaker outputs over.

Hi, Unless there has been some kind of damage done to the cartridge iy is only the stylus that you need to replace. I have them in stock. cheers john. [email protected]

Unfortunately it is the laser pickup that is the problem, if it has not worked from day one it was flawed from manufacture, and if you happen to have warranty left I suggest you use it now, simply because to replace the assembly would not be cost effective.

If this is a belt driven turntable, then you have to replace the belt, as this units gets old the belts loosen up as well.

It is caused by the turntable not turning steadily. More than likely it is mechanical probably caused by defective belt drive. If the change in pitch is in regular interval then more than likely it is mechanical. It can be caused electrically when current or voltage fluctuates casuing the turntable to go faster or slower. Fixing this problem requires opening the unit. Check the belt it may be loose or stretched or may a debris is stucked on it.

1. Uh, I think you already have a solution but the following may help someone else.
2. Ensure that the device is powered on.
3. Press the "Function" button (28/58) to set the unit to CD mode.
4. Press the "Open/Close" button (19/48) to open the CD drawer.
5. Insert a CD into the tray with the label side facing up.
6. Press the "Open/Close" button again to close the CD drawer.

If the above steps don't work, you can try the following:

1. Unplug the device from the power outlet.
2. Wait for a few minutes.
3. Plug the device back in.
4. Press the "Open/Close" button to see if the CD drawer opens.

If the drawer still doesn't open, there might be a mechanical issue with the device. Look for the Fixya advise referred to above. If if that doesn't work, in that case, it's best to contact Crosley's customer support for further assistance.

Turn the arm that holds the element and needle careful to the far right and the turntable will spin. This is a safety feature for protecting the needle.