Garrard Manuals & User Guides

Garrard is a historic name in high-fidelity audio, renowned for its contribution to vinyl playback technology. Originally established as the Garrard Engineering and Manufacturing Company in Swindon, England, the brand set the standard for turntable design for much of the 20th century.

From the consumer-friendly Modelo 2000 e Série RC automatic changers to the legendary professional transcription decks like the 301 e 401, Garrard products were known for their idler-drive mechanisms and engineering durability. Today, Garrard manuals are essential resources for collectors and technicians seeking to restore and maintain these classic pieces of audio history.

• How do I adjust the stylus pressure on my Garrard turntable?

  On models like the RC120, stylus pressure is adjusted by turning the knurled screw at the rear of the pickup arm. Turn clockwise to reduce pressure and counter-clockwise to increase it. Doing this ensures the stylus tracks the record groove correctly without causing damage.

• Why is the speed of my Garrard turntable varying?

  Speed variation is often caused by warped records or oil contamination on driving surfaces. Check the motor pulley, intermediate wheel, and the inside of the turntable rim for oil or grease; wipe these surfaces clean with a cloth if necessary.

• How do I operate the automatic record changer?

  To operate automatically: 1) Release the pickup arm clip. 2) Set the speed and stylus. 3) Place records on the spindle and swing the overarm inward. 4) Move the control knob to 'Auto' or 'Start'. The arm will automatically position itself and play through the stack.

• How do I adjust the pickup arm dropping position?

  If the pickup arm does not land correctly on the record, look for an adjusting screw (often accessible through a hole in the unit plate or near the pickup arm base). On the RC70 and similar models, this screw adjusts the dropping position radius for 10-inch and 12-inch records.