Realistic Turntable With Synchronous Motor LAB-24A

The Realistic LAB-24A is a vintage, fully automatic record changer turntable, popular in the 1970s and known for its solid build quality, including a BSR record changer mechanism and metal tonearm components. It was custom-made in England for Radio Shack and is considered a sought-after collectible piece. 

Key Features and Specifications;
Type: Fully automatic record changer with manual cueing.
Motor: Features an AC synchronous motor for precision speed control.
Speeds: Supports four speeds: 16, 33, 45, and 78 RPM, which is a less common and notable feature for this type of changer.
Tonearm: Equipped with a better-than-average metal tonearm for a BSR changer, featuring adjustable tracking force and anti-skate calibrated for both conical and elliptical styli, and a damped cueing control.
Cartridge: Uses a standard 1/2 inch cartridge mount and originally came with a Shure or Audio-Technica cartridge/stylus, such as the Shure M75 or R47EB.
Platter: Features a full-size deep-drawn turntable platter with a rubber mat.
Connectivity: Uses standard small RCA jacks for stereo audio and a ground cord.
Dimensions: Measures approximately 15 1/4 x 13 1/4 x 6 1/2 inches.
Build: Features a sturdy wooden base instead of plastic on later models, with a non-hinged dust cover. It is essentially a rebranded BSR McDonald 510.

Reviews and User Opinions;
Build Quality: Reviewers praise the solid construction, especially the metal components and wooden base, which were an upgrade over many standard BSR changers.
Performance: Users report that the turntable performs well when properly serviced, often exceeding the general BSR reputation. The ability to adjust tracking force and anti-skate is a significant positive.
Sound Quality: With the appropriate cartridge and a fresh stylus (e.g., Shure, Audio-Technica, Nagaoka MP-110), users mention the sound can be fantastic.
Maintenance: As a vintage unit, it often requires servicing (e.g., lubrication, new stylus) to function optimally. Replacement styli and cartridges are generally available from specialist online retailers.

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