Wow, 37 years! That's dang impressive. I don't think I still even have my five disc changer anymore. That is sad about your turntable. I almost wish mine would die so I could get a new one, but the good old RCA keeps plugging right along!
The turntable is also pretty old and is starting to speed up and slow down in a rhythmic fashion.. I can hear the pulsating slow fast rhythm change - if that makes any sense. Basically the speed is f'd up. lol
Yeah, my first CD player. I remember I bought The Smiths CD at the same time and played that damn thing out.
Haha, I love the Smith's. Sounds like motor could be going or the part that sends power to the motor. I hope you find something awesome to replace it with. Technics is always good and I have heard good things about the Audio Technica line.