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Hi I have a JVC AL-F333FULLY AUTOMATIC TURNTABLE for saleMy son (9) bought this at a garage sale while I was working overtime. Ive yet to test this unit at all. I don't even know if it has a stylus on on it? which pricing reflects that as this unit needs more work than he knew it would need.I'm negotiable on pricing but any money will be going back to my son. Here's some specs on this unit that will need some TLC.Type: Component record player / turntable (black colorway) ®• Factory Cartridge: Fitted with a JVC MD-1045 / MD-1045C phono cartridge (T4P /P-mount style)DaCapo Audio +2• Factory Stylus: JVC DT-45 needle stylus (compatible replacement options include theLP Tunes Stylus for JVC AL-F333 or equivalentTurntableneedles Stylus 213) ®• Drive Belt: Uses a flat drive belt (such as theFBM23.6 replacement size) if belt-driven

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US$10 is a genuine bargain if the JVC AL-F333 is complete and even basically functional. There is not enough dependable sales data to establish a tight market median, but comparable vintage JVC listings and the model’s parts availability suggest US$10 is firmly at the low end rather than an ambitious ask.

This is a quartz-locked, fully automatic belt-drive deck with JVC’s practical Tracking Hold arm system, making it a more useful starter or secondary turntable than its modest reputation suggests. At this price, a working motor, platter, tonearm, cartridge, and usable stylus would make it an easy buy; even a belt or stylus refresh remains inexpensive, with replacement examples around US$9 and US$23. Verify that it completes its automatic cycle, reaches speed, and includes the dust cover and cartridge before handing over the cash.

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About JVC

JVC, originally founded on September 13, 1927, in Yokohama, Japan, as the Victor Talking Machine Company of Japan, emerged as a subsidiary of the American Victor Talking Machine Company. It quickly established itself in phonograph and record production, becoming a leader in turntables within its first few years. After RCA acquired the parent company in 1929, JVC expanded into radios and introduced Japan's first domestically produced television in 1939, laying the foundation for its enduring legacy in consumer electronics.

The brand's product focus has historically centered on audio and video playback devices, starting with phonographs and evolving through radios, televisions, and the revolutionary VHS videocassette recorder launched in 1976, which became the global standard over Sony's Betamax. In hi-fi realms, JVC gained renown for amplifiers, speakers, turntables, and components like tuners, while later offerings included headphones and car audio systems. Following its 2008 merger with Kenwood to form JVCKenwood, it continued blending audio expertise with broader electronics.

Today, JVC occupies a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, prized by enthusiasts for reliable, value-driven performance rather than ultra-high-end exclusivity. Its vintage gear, particularly from the wood-case amplifier era and early digital components, attracts collectors, while modern lines deliver competent sound without boutique pricing. This accessible heritage makes JVC a dependable choice for knowledgeable buyers seeking proven Japanese engineering.

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