AT-LPW50
AT-LPW50 Center Base Assembly Replacement
This is a brief guide for replacing the Center Base Assembly on AT-LPW50 Series turntables. Replacing the Center Base Assembly may resolve speed-related issues, including the turntable not responding properly to speed changes or operating at an inconsistent or incorrect speed at 33⅓ RPM, 45 RPM, or both. The replacement Center Spindle Assembly can be purchased directly from the Audio-Technica Parts Department using the following part number: Part Number: TWMT350552503 To order the part, email parts@tli-atus.com and include the following information: First and last name Deliverable shipping address Phone number Part number: TWPC18P016B01 Parts orders through this department are available within the United States and Canada only . If you are located outside of the U.S. or Canada, please contact your local Audio-Technica branch for parts availability and assistance.
Tools
- Phillips Head Screwdriver: Size PH1
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Step 1
- Unplug the turntable from power and speakers, then place it on a flat level surface
- The turntable will be flipped upside-down, to reduce the risk of scratches to the acrylic dust cover, place it on a soft surface such as a blanket, towel, or sheet
- Using a twist tie, tape, or ziptie, secure the tonearm in place so it won't move after being turned upside-down (do not rely on the tonearm hook alone)
- Remove the rubber slipmat, belt and platter from the center spindle
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Step 2
- Make sure there is something soft underneath the dust cover like a bedsheet, towel, etc to minimize the risk of scratches to the acryllic
- Flip the turntable upside-down
- Remove 6 Phillips head screws to remove the metal PCB cover
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Step 3
- Remove the screw for the ground wire
- Remove the 4 screws holding the Center Base Assembly in place
- Gently unplug the 4-pin connector of the Center Base Assembly
- Remove the Center Base Assembly
- This is the end of the guide, to reassemble, follow the steps in reverse
- When fastening the metal PCB cover, make sure all wires are within their channels or the cover might flatten/damage the cable
To put it back together
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. You will need to re-attach the belt to the underside of the platter, and re-balance the tonearm. Here is a guide to re-balancing the tonearm.