I’ve deliberately left out the motor servicing details because that requires extra skill and care and its own dedicated article, which you can find here! If you do have the tools and inclination, your old deck can be brought back to as-new condition and performance, so sit back and relax as I run through how I service one of these beautiful old turntables. You also need quality tools to hand, basic test and measurement gear, cleaners, lubricants and service manuals to complete this type of work. Most of the steps are straightforward, but experience, tools and knowledge also really help.ĭon’t be put off doing some of this work yourself, but please understand that you need to be somewhat confident and skillful in the use of tools. What follows in this article is a step-by-step description of the steps I follow when servicing a deck like the KD-500/550. I’ve written various pieces about these great decks, including a comprehensive review, plus various servicing articles, and the best way to get access to them is to follow this link to discover other articles with the KD-500 tag. It’s no wonder a whole new demographic of listeners are discovering the virtues of these timeless decks while older listeners rediscover them! Servicing and Further Info Add great sound quality, low wow and flutter, reliability, low maintenance – no buying belts and motors here – and you have a really desirable vinyl spinner. Part of the reason for this ongoing popularity is their incredible build-quality, compared with the ‘made in the back shed’ decks from Linn, Rega and others from the era. The Kenwood KD-500 and KD-550 direct-drive turntables are well-made, great-sounding decks, and highly sought after today. The KD-500 is a heavy hitter from the late 70’s, still punching above its weight 40 years on. 4 Related As a follow-up to my article on servicing the Kenwood KD-500/550 motor, I bring you an article detailing the comprehensive service of this gorgeous Kenwood KD-500 / SME 3009 combination.

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