Empire 598 and 698 turntables, complete with arm, were good solid performers, and would satisfy most people today. New in the box unused is a plus for any piece of mechanical equipment, where wear could be an issue.
I wouldn't put much value on a decades-old cartridge. The stylus elastomer mounting is probably hardened up.
I wouldn't put much value on a decades-old cartridge. The stylus elastomer mounting is probably hardened up.