The Garrard Zero 100 is one of those wonderfully eccentric ’70s turntables that wears its quirks with pride. Released in 1971, it was Garrard’s ambitious shot at solving tracking error with a funky parallel-tracking tonearm that uses a system of linkages to keep the cartridge perfectly tangential to the groove. Underneath, it’s still a classic idler-drive design, so you get that punchy, toe-tapping energy that idler fans swear by. Sonically, when cleaned up and tuned, it can sound surprisingly lively—rich mids, solid bass, and a nice dose of vintage character. Add in its chunky buttons, shiny chrome trim, and wood-veneer plinth, and the Zero 100 isn’t just a turntable—it’s a slice of ’70s hi-fi personality, equal parts ingenious and endearingly over-engineered.
- Production
- 1971-76
- Condition
- 9/10
- Serial No.
- NA-zero100
- Orig. MSRP
- $189.50
- Restoration
- Complete service check
- Cleaned and lubricated all drive components
- Verified auto functions
- Verified speed controls
- Set VTF to 1.3g
- Polished dust cover
- Reattached dust cover hinge
- Cleaned controls, switches, and chassis
- Factory Specs
Type 2-speed, automatic record changer, idler wheel drive
Speeds 33.3 / 45 RPM
Pitch control ±3%
Motor 4-pole induction for starting with synchronous section for constant running speed
Drive method idler wheel
Tonearm head pivots laterally as it tracks a record
Wow better than 0.10% RMS
Flutter better than 0.05% RMS
Rumble negligible
Power supply 110/125V or 110/120V and 220/240V depending on motor coil windings
Power supply frequency 50 or 60Hz depending on pulley and stroboscope fitted
Dimensions 14.3"W x 6.3"H x 13.1"D
Weight 24.25 lbs.
- Documentation
Garrard Zero 100 Owner's Manual
Garrard Zero 100 Advert
- The History of Garrard
- Garrard and Company was the first iteration of the company that would go on to manufacture Garrard turntables. They were a company that were requested to manufacture range finders for the First World War. Following the war, the Garrard Engineering and Manufacturing Company was set up with view to producing consumer...
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- Liner Notes
Garrard's Zero 100, in basic performance, easily ranks with the finest automatic turntables on the market. Its novel arm-which really works as claimed-and its other unique design features suggest that a great deal of development time, plus sheer imagination, went into its creation. The results were well worth the effort..
- Packing
- Prepare to be impressed. We have arguably the best packing process around. We use our InstaPak machine and white open cell foam to build a custom enclosure for your piece that ensures that it's stable and secure. If it is particularly fragile or heavy, we typically opt for private courier delivery. Depending on where you are in the country, that may cost a bit extra. We also take great care to protect the tonearm and stylus, and we will tighten any transport screws. You can be confident that your table will arrive snug as a bug in a rug.
- Shipping
- This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $150, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.
- Stock No.
- 9084172107997
The Garrard Zero 100 is one of those wonderfully eccentric ’70s turntables that wears its quirks with pride. Released in 1971, it was Garrard’s ambitious shot at solving tracking error with a funky parallel-tracking tonearm that uses a system of linkages to keep the cartridge perfectly tangential to the groove. Underneath, it’s still a classic idler-drive design, so you get that punchy, toe-tapping energy that idler fans swear by. Sonically, when cleaned up and tuned, it can sound surprisingly lively—rich mids, solid bass, and a nice dose of vintage character. Add in its chunky buttons, shiny chrome trim, and wood-veneer plinth, and the Zero 100 isn’t just a turntable—it’s a slice of ’70s hi-fi personality, equal parts ingenious and endearingly over-engineered.
Production
1971-76
Condition
9/10
Serial No.
NA-zero100
Orig. MSRP
$189.50
Restoration
- Complete service check
- Cleaned and lubricated all drive components
- Verified auto functions
- Verified speed controls
- Set VTF to 1.3g
- Polished dust cover
- Reattached dust cover hinge
- Cleaned controls, switches, and chassis
Factory Specs
Type 2-speed, automatic record changer, idler wheel drive
Speeds 33.3 / 45 RPM
Pitch control ±3%
Motor 4-pole induction for starting with synchronous section for constant running speed
Drive method idler wheel
Tonearm head pivots laterally as it tracks a record
Wow better than 0.10% RMS
Flutter better than 0.05% RMS
Rumble negligible
Power supply 110/125V or 110/120V and 220/240V depending on motor coil windings
Power supply frequency 50 or 60Hz depending on pulley and stroboscope fitted
Dimensions 14.3"W x 6.3"H x 13.1"D
Weight 24.25 lbs.
Documentation
Garrard Zero 100 Owner's Manual
Garrard Zero 100 Advert
The History of Garrard
Garrard and Company was the first iteration of the company that would go on to manufacture Garrard turntables. They were a company that were requested to manufacture range finders for the First World War. Following the war, the Garrard Engineering and Manufacturing Company was set up with view to producing consumer...
[ Read More ]
Liner Notes
Garrard's Zero 100, in basic performance, easily ranks with the finest automatic turntables on the market. Its novel arm-which really works as claimed-and its other unique design features suggest that a great deal of development time, plus sheer imagination, went into its creation. The results were well worth the effort..
Packing
Prepare to be impressed. We have arguably the best packing process around. We use our InstaPak machine and white open cell foam to build a custom enclosure for your piece that ensures that it's stable and secure. If it is particularly fragile or heavy, we typically opt for private courier delivery. Depending on where you are in the country, that may cost a bit extra. We also take great care to protect the tonearm and stylus, and we will tighten any transport screws. You can be confident that your table will arrive snug as a bug in a rug.
Shipping
This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $150, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.
Stock No.
9084172107997
