I picked it up for about $8 in a garage sale because the people didn't know you could replace a needle and cartridge

Hehe! That's really a good deal you got on that turntable. Is it a straightforward model, or does it also have pitch control ?

it's amazing how many people want to get rid of their vinyl.... It sounds fine to me! Vinyl is great!

[Barbra Streisand mode]Meeeeeemories.....[/Barbra Streisand mode]