The Garrard Zero uses a Garrard Labs synchronous motor and, like any similar device, it works better when the AC that feeds it is clean and stable. If you want you can even match it with a record clamp, think of something of the minimalist kind like the good old See The Pig. The TNT Janus succeeds in dampening any vibration and moreover it offers a far better interface between the record and the platter. To be honest, the Garrard Zero 100 SB isn't very quiet and moreover the platter acts like an amplifier (a bell, actually) for the hums and the noises coming out from the transport system (belt, motor, spindle and motor pulley). TNT Janus double-face dual-damping compound DIY mat. The stock mat of the Zero 100 isn't exactly impressive: a much better choice is our The keys for a perfect result are: extreme care and precision. Before reinstalling the belt and the platter clean and lube the spindle. Clean the housing and the hole of the platter with alcohol, then assemble again the platter and lube the housing with a good motor oil (10W40, better if fully synthetic). Now, if you think you're sufficiently skilled, disassebly the platter and the housing for the spindle which is secured to the platter via three little screws. Gently clean and lube the bearing of the Zero arm, one of the most critical areas of this turntable. Eventually the same tweaks can be successfully applied to other turntables, especially of the vintage kind.īefore you start modifying your Zero 100 SB you should restore it to its original conditions.įirst of all clean and lube it with high quality spray oil, such as the one used for guns care and lubing. Into this article you'll find some tweaks I've applied to this turntable in order to improve its sonic performances. In case you have missed these, please take a look at our Listening tests section. You may have read the other two articles dedicated to the Garrard Zero 100 SB turntable and already published here on TNT-Audio. Garrard Zero 100 SB turntable - TNT Limited Edition Various tweaks
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