As you will be aware, this is a relatively scarce model to find - especially in good condition.  You may pay as much as you think is appropriate for one in the condition you mention.  Restoration/repair is possible.  They are hard to find.

The Thorens TD124 alone on which the BG3000 is based will cost at least 800 - 1000 € minimum these days.  I've seen some sell for over 2000 € even unrestored.  As a guide, this is mine which was fully restored by Classic Audio and cabinet/plinth made in Oak to order and a new TT cover (not shown) and cost around 1900 € including delivery and a restored/retipped SP14 cartridge (+2 spares actually), with calibration and restoration booklet and certificates.  It is flawless and sounds wonderful.

It's worth every single Centime.

What is the price of the one you have found?  Is it a pickup/cartridge problem, tonearm wiring or just the stylus?

Dave.

Hi Dave,

Many thanks for your help.

It is the whole pick up, the tonearm is ok.

The price is 6500 DKR (£675).

You can see it on this link:

Now you've posted the link - someone else will probably snap it up.  I'd get it quick.  It's dusty and a couple of rubs to the enamel but it looks complete. The cartridge can easily be replaced.  A good clean and lubrication will help or better still, send it to Frede to restore.

Dave.

Yours looks absolutely superb, Dave. I love the look of oak, especially when it has been professionally machined.

joeyboygolf wrote:

Yours looks absolutely superb, Dave. I love the look of oak, especially when it has been professionally machined.

Thanks Graham.

And just to show what some TD124's are like:

When I saw Dave's superbly restored Beogram 3000 - it looks new - I knew I had to have one. It is a joy to behold and listen to! And no ubiquitous SME here!

chartz wrote:

When I saw Dave's superbly restored Beogram 3000 - it looks new - I knew I had to have one. It is a joy to behold and listen to! And no ubiquitous SME here!

I always lusted after an SME arm because of reputation and also how it looks.  However, I doubt that I'd be able to notice any sound improvement over the arm and cart on my BG3000.  It's pin sharp, crystal clear, highly detailed and there are no crackles, pops etc.  It's like being in a concert hall.

Jacques, maybe you can buy the one listed?  I'd save up for a Frede restored one as you can specify the wood type etc to match your system.

Dave.

Yes, I think I'll save up and get one from Frede. Plenty of time to choose the colour! 

In the meantime, my Beogram 4000/20CL are giving sterling service, but this you already know Dave.

chartz wrote:

In the meantime, my Beogram 4000/20CL are giving sterling service, but this you already know Dave.

My next favourite combination.

Dave.