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    AR Upgrade/Replacement Parts

     

    Note: AR sometimes sourced different parts for overseas models…there is no exact record, unfortunately. Therefore, your parts for overseas models may not fit. If that is the case, you may return them, and I will make complete refund for all but shipping

    Please contact Vinyl Nirvana if you have any questions about the parts and their installation.

    AR Upgrade Replacement Motor

    AR Upgrade Replacement Motor
    AR Upgrade Replacement Motor
    $225 Free Shipping

     
    Upgrade Motor and Pulley Combo, Save $50!
    $270 Free Shipping

     
    • Drop-in fit (Integrates with existing wiring and screw patterns.)
    • Low voltage
    • Stainless steel shaft that helps reduce magnetic energy leakage
    • Tighter bearing specifications with decreased endplay
    • Detailed instructions included (and see video at link below)
    • Available in 220v model~Addtl. $32.50 plus shipping.
    • Note: Stock LED power-on lamp will no longer work
    • See installation video at link below.
    • For Enlarged Photos and Specifications

    (Please email for international shipping prices)

    Upgrade 33/45 Replacement Pulley

    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade 33/45 Replacement Pulley PRICE BREAK! for AR Turntable
    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade 33/45 Replacement Pulley PRICE BREAK!
    $65 Free Shipping

     
    Upgrade Motor and Pulley Combo, Save $50!
    $270 Free Shipping

     
    • Drop-in fit for all Hurst and Haydon Motors. Not Airpax.
    • Reduces motor resonances
    • Provides increased motor speed stability
    • Individually CNC milled from high grade co-polymer and then hand finished
    • Simple installation: see video at link below
    • For Enlarged Photos and Specifications

    (Please email for international shipping prices)

    Upgrade Replacement Sub-chassis

    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade Replacement Sub-chassis for AR Turntable
    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade Replacement Sub-chassis
    $395 Free Shipping
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    Upgraded Sub-chassis Combined w/Upgrade Shaft (Save $25)
    $495 Free Shipping
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    (Please email for international shipping prices)

    Upgrade Replacement Drive Platter Shaft

    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade Replacement Drive Platter Shaft for AR Turntable
    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade Replacement Drive Platter Shaft
    $125 Free Shipping

     
    Combined Upgrade Platter, Drive Platter Shaft and the Merrill-Scillia Lead Mat (Save $50)
    $395 Free Shipping
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    Upgrade Platter Combined w/Upgrade Drive Platter Shaft
    $314 Free Shipping

     
    Upgraded Sub-chassis Combined w/Upgrade Shaft (Save $25)
    $495 Free Shipping
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    • Superior grade of stainless steel over the stock drive platter shaft
    • Individually CNC milled to more exacting specifications
    • Individually hand finished
    • Price includes installation in your drive platter (You pay shipping)
    • NOT suited for EB-101 without crescent armboard
    • For Enlarged Photos and Specifications

    (Please email for international shipping prices)

    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade Replacement Platter

    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade Replacement Platter for AR Turntable
    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade Replacement Platter
    $189 Free Shipping

     
    Upgrade Platter Combined w/Upgrade Drive Platter Shaft
    $314 Free Shipping

     
    Combined Upgrade Platter, Drive Platter Shaft and the Merrill-Scillia Lead Mat (Save $50)
    $395 Free Shipping
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    • Individually CNC milled from highest quality stable acrylic
    • Greatly reduces unwanted resonance over stock aluminum platter
    • Drop in replacement
    • Individually hand finished to exacting standards
    • Recess machined on underside specifically for the AR drive platter
    • Recommended to be combined with spindle upgrade to keep ample spindle length.
    • Video explaining the Merrill Platter System
    • For Enlarged Photos and Specifications


    (Please email for international shipping prices)

    Outer Periphery Clamp Ring

    Vinyl Nirvana Outer Periphery Clamp Ring for AR Turntable
    Vinyl Nirvana Outer Periphery Clamp Ring
    $450 Free Shipping

     
    • Firmly holds lp to mat/platter allowing maximum retrieval of information from the grooves
    • Damps edge energy before it travels back to the groove area
    • Flattens most warped lps
    • For Enlarged Photos and Specifications

    (Please email for international shipping prices)

    Merrill-Scillia Lead Platter Mat

    Merrill-Scillia Lead Platter Mat for AR Turntable
    Merrill-Scillia Lead Platter Mat
    $80 Free Shipping
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    Combined Upgrade Platter, Drive Platter Shaft and the Merrill-Scillia Lead Mat (Save $50)
    $395 Free Shipping
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    • Out of Stock until October 2013
    • Maximum damping capability
    • Highly pliable to allow utmost contact between lp and mat
    • Handmade from pure stamped lead individually selected for aesthetics
    • Safety coated to prevent lead transfer
    • For Enlarged Photos and Specifications

    (Please email for international shipping prices)

    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade Replacement Armboard

    Upgrade Replacement Armboard for AR Turntable
    Upgrade Replacement Armboard
    $155 Free Shipping

     
    • Individually hand milled from high grade co-polymer and then hand finished to perfection
    • Drastically restricts unwanted resonances from reaching tonearm
    • Price includes machining for your tonearm, as well as new hardware for attachment
    • For Enlarged Photos and Specifications

    (Please email for international shipping prices)

    Upgrade Replacement Spring Kit

    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade Replacement Spring Kit for AR Turntable
    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade Replacement Spring Kit
    $35 Free Shipping

     
    Upgraded Springs combined with stud kit. (Save $5)
    $65 Free Shipping

     
    Upgraded Springs combined with XA/XB stud kit. (Save $5)
    $65 Free Shipping

     
    • Major upgrade to stock springs
    • Allows improved adjustment and fine-tuning of sub-chassis
    • More controlled “bounce”
    • To experience full adjustment range, it is strongly recommended the springs be combined with new stud kit.
    • See installation video this link
    • For Enlarged Photos and Specifications

    (Please email for international shipping prices)

    Heavy Duty Spring Kit

    Heavy Duty Spring Kit for AR Turntable
    Heavy Duty Spring Kit
    $40 Free Shipping

     
    • Major upgrade to stock springs in instances where heavier platters/arms/weights are used
    • Allows improved adjustment and fine-tuning of sub-chassis
    • More controlled “bounce”
    • For Enlarged Photos and Specifications

    (Please email for international shipping prices)

    Upgrade Replacement Stud Kit-Mid-80′s Version

    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade Replacement Stud Kit for AR Turntable
    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade Replacement Stud Kit
    $35 Free Shipping

     
    Upgraded Springs combined with stud kit. (Save $5)
    $65 Free Shipping

     

    (Please email for international shipping prices)

    Upgrade Rubber Feet for Mid-80′s AR Turntables

    Upgrade Rubber Feet for Mid-80's AR Turntables
    Upgrade Rubber Feet for Mid-80's AR Turntables
    $12 Free Shipping

     

    Set of four upgrade replacement feet for mid-80′s AR Turntables: AR the Turntable, ES-1, EB-101 and ETL-1.

    I take pride in my vintage turntable part sales. I spent time researching both the correct size foot and the correct size screw, so you don’t have to. These feet are high quality SBR rubber; you can feel the suppleness when you hold them. Each foot is reinforced with a metal washer to ensure a tight and enduring fit. Each screw is stainless steel and the serrated edge provides a tight “grab.” They are sized properly so as not to “split” the wood holding the foot (which in turn reinforces the plinth) which would be baaad news.

    The new foot features SBR rubber which adds to isolation of the turntable from unwanted vibrations. If, for example, you chose vinyl replacement feet, there would be little isolation effect.

    These upgrade feet sit slightly higher (approximately 1/4 inch) than the stock feet, which I think only enhances the appearance of your classic turntable.

    Upgrade Replacement Stud Kit-XA/XB Version

    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade Replacement Stud Kit~XA/XB Version for AR Turntable
    Vinyl Nirvana Upgrade Replacement Stud Kit~XA/XB Version
    $35 Free Shipping

     
    Upgraded Springs combined with XA/XB stud kit. (Save $5)
    $65 Free Shipping

     

    (Please email for international shipping prices)

    AR XA & XB Cartridge Mounting Screw Set

    AR XA & XB Cartridge Mounting Screw Kit
    AR XA & XB Cartridge Mounting Screw Kit
    $16 Free Shipping

     

    Improved! Now larger than ever! Don’t risk stripping the threads in your valuable headshell. Get the right screws.

    High quality cartridge mounting kit for AR XA and XB turntable headshells.

    Kit includes:
    2 @ 3/16 inch length
    2 @ 1/4 inch length
    2 @ 3/8 inch length
    2 @ 1/2 inch length
    2 @ 5/8 inch length
    2 @ 3/4 inch length
    6 Nylon Washers
    All screws are 18-8 stainless steel, non-magnetic.
    All screws are slotted fillister head.
    18 Pieces total!
    Headshell is not included, for illustration purposes only.
    Please note these screws will fit the headshells manufactured with or without the brass inserts, however, they will NOT fit headshells that have lost the brass inserts.

    Click here for enlarged photos.

    Bren1 Record Weight/Clamp

    Bren1 Record Weight/Clamp for AR Turntable
    Bren1 Record Weight/Clamp
    $75 Free Shipping

     
    • Stable sound image.
    • Better transient reponse.
    • Less distortion.
    • Deeper sound stage.
    • Flattens mild warps
    • Bren1 Website

    (Please email for international shipping prices)

    Vinyl Nirvana Spindle/Bearing Oil

    Vinyl Nirvana Bearing/Spindle Oil for AR Turntable
    Vinyl Nirvana Bearing/Spindle Oil
    $12 Free Shipping
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    • Proprietary mix developed by George Merrill over decades of research
    • Same bearing oil used in the Merrill-Scillia high end turntables
    • 1 ounce should last a lifetime!

    (Please email for international shipping prices)

    Custom AR Dustcover

    Custom AR Dustcover
    Custom AR Dustcover
    $269 Free Shipping

     
    • For mid-80′s tables only
    • High quality plexi-glass
    • Enlarged size accommodates Outer Peripheral Ring Clamp
    • Fits existing hinges
    • Trade-ins welcome
    • Click here for larger photo
    • $269 free shipping to lower 48 states

    AR Turntable Replacement Belt

    Replacement AR Turntable Belt
    Replacement AR Turntable Belt
    $18 Free Shipping

     

    • Correctly sized to fit all AR turntables*
    • Thoroughly researched and tested

    *At this time we do not offer the small belt for the early two motor AR XA. However, this will replace the larger belt on those models.

    Mose-Hercules II Simplified External PSU, Motor Control Upgrade!

    Mose-Hercules II Simplified External PSU, Motor Control Upgrade! for AR Turntable
    Mose-Hercules II Simplified External PSU, Motor Control Upgrade!
    $375 Free Shipping
    Out of Stock, Check Back Soon

     

    The package includes:

    • Mose metal case with ventilation
    • Pre-installed Genuine Hercules II 33/45
    • High quality 1.52 Meter or  5 feet  multi-core remote control cable .
    • 7mm thick aluminum front panel
    • Furutech AC mains socket cost
    • “Starter” AC cable, able to be upgraded later
    • Detailed instructions

    Please note that shipping time can sometimes take as long as 10 to 14 business days.

    More details here.


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    Vinyl Nirvana T-Shirt Men’s, 100% Cotton ~Free Shipping

    Men's T-Shirt: Small for AR Turntable
    Vinyl Nirvana T-Shirt Men’s, 100% Cotton ~Free Shipping
    $15 Free Shipping

     

    Gildan Ultra Cotton, 100% Cotton

    Short Sleeve Only

    Black

    Large Back Logo~Front Only

    Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL

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