On Sat, 14 Dec 2013 10:01:32 -0500, Tim Schwartz
wrote:

On 12/13/2013 10:55 AM, wrote:
Hi all, I'd like to get my wife's old turntable up and running for the holidays. It's a Dual CS505-2 and I need a new belt. Any favorite places to buy such gear. I'm in the US. I found LPgear selling it for ~$20. I didn't look much further 'cause I figured I could ask here.

Thanks,

George H.

George,

I generally get my Dual parts from South Street Service

http://turntableexperts.com/

who are an excellent choice for Dual parts in general. Some of the
aftermarket belts are of questionable fit and quality. Don't forget to
clean the drive surfaces of old rubber before installing the new belt.
Also, at this age, the turntable may need a general maintenance service
and lubrication.

Regards,
Tim Schwartz
Bristol Electronics


Tim is right. Back when I was in audio repair, PRB belts would
sometimes double the wow and flutter of some cassette decks and
turntables than if the original belts were used.