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For sale: The Philips GA312 is a sprung chassis, belt-driven turntable with electronic speed control.
Stylus force on the GA312 is set by means of the slide weight on the pick-up arm after this is balanced with the counterweight.
The player is equipped with an adjustable anti-skate which applies a pre-set force to the arm counteracting this phenomenon.
The motor speed is continuously controlled and kept constant by solid state circuits in combination with a tacho-generator which is directly coupled to the motor shaft.
The platter and the pick-up arm are mounted on a sub-chassis, which is damped, spring suspended from the rigidly mounted main chassis, absorbing mechanical shocks and external vibrations.
This unit has been fitted with a new belt and a new stylus, making it ready for use with your vinyl collection.
Cosmetic condition:
The turntable is in minor damaged condition.
Light scratches and cosmetic marks
Normal signs of use due to age
Functional status
✔ New belt installed✔ New stylus installed✔ Turntable operates properly
''Important note when tested: When we find there's either a small thing wrong, or not 100% working we offer our listings for parts or repair to avoid unwanted issues after purchase''
Specs:
Drive method: belt drive
Speed control: electronic
Speeds: 33 and 45rpm
Speed adjustment range: +-3%
Wow and flutter: 0.1%
Rumble: 62dB
Arm friction: 15 mgf
Stylus force: 0.75 to 4g
Dimensions (LxWxH): 39x32x13cmWeight: 8 KgVolts: v (If it’s 200V or higher, you’ll need an adapter in the USA)
We ship worldwide.Will ship to the USA as well. We ship DDP bases (Delivery Dutie Paid)-Shipping in the EU up to 30 KG (max)-Shipping outside of the EU up to 20 KG (max)
Please note: ‘’Whenever an item exceeds the weight noted above. Please ask for a shipping quote before making a purchase. The shipping costs are estimated in our shop because we do not know the shipping address.
Picking up the item is also possible. It can be picked up in Alkmaar
Delivery by us is also possible in some cases. Please reach out to us for more information about deliveries
State of listing: If a listing is listed ''for parts or not working'' returns are not accepted.
When we offer our products with the notice ''Serviced'' or ''Fully serviced'' that means the device is either lightly ''serviced'' with a new belt, and cleaned the pots, Or ''Fully serviced'' recapped, Quiescent current adjusted etc as expected from a full service
The Philips GA312 is a solid, no-frills '80s semi-automatic turntable from their entry-level lineup—reliable for casual vinyl spins but not a high-end audiophile piece.
At USD417, this asking price is wildly ambitious against a typical used market where comparable Philips turntables hover in the USD29–235 range (median USD82 from 117 recent listings). Even with a new belt and GP400 stylus, you're paying 5x the norm—pass unless the seller has provenance proving rarity or pristine provenance.
Buyers, verify the platter bearing spins smoothly without rumble (common GA312 wear point after 40 years), confirm the auto-return mechanism doesn't stick, and ensure the original dust cover, 45 rpm adaptor, and anti-skate calibration are included. Test with a protractor for accurate arm alignment.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Founded in Eindhoven, Netherlands, in 1891 by Gerard Philips, an engineer, and his father Frederik, a banker, Philips began as a modest light bulb manufacturer, quickly evolving into a global electronics powerhouse through relentless innovation. The brothers' early focus on quality incandescent lamps laid the groundwork for expansion into radios, televisions, and audio milestones like the 1963 compact cassette and the 1982 Compact Disc co-developed with Sony. This heritage of pioneering formats that reshaped home entertainment cements Philips as a cornerstone of 20th-century audio history.
Philips has long excelled in consumer audio categories, from vintage turntables and cassette decks to amplifiers, speakers, and complete hi-fi systems, often blending cutting-edge tech with practical design. Iconic products like the first CD player (CD-100) and early wireless Streamium systems highlight their prowess in optical media, portable recording, and integrated sound solutions, while forays into headphones and even acquiring Marantz underscored a broad portfolio.
Today, Philips occupies a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, prized by savvy buyers for reliable, value-driven performance rather than ultra-high-end exotica. No longer a full-spectrum electronics giant—having pivoted to health tech—its licensed audio branding delivers competent, innovation-rooted gear that's accessible yet evocative of golden-era nostalgia, appealing to both modern enthusiasts and vintage collectors.
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