This is a great beginner's turntable. The Ashley Disco 2000 is a direct drive turntable which means it has a motor drive system instead of belt drive system. So there is no belt to wear out over time. The Ashley has been cleaned and lubricated and keeps accurate time. The cartridge and stylus, or needle, as most people call it, has wonderful sound tracks truly. This turntable won't chew up and ruin your expensive vinyl like a Crosley turntable does. The dustcover is somewhat cloudy but it doesn't have any cracks or major scratches. It is a nice turntable to listen to those vinyl's y'all are buying. Take a look at the pictures and feel free to contact me with questions or concerns. I'm looking for quality vintage stereo equipment. If you would like to sell your old gear please message me. I buy reel to reels, turntables, albums, speakers, receivers, amplifiers, tuners, and most tube equipment. I have vintage stereo pieces for sale too. Thanks and enjoy. Ron