Jaff: I certainly agree with your observations. It would seem that the 3300 was very much the "Red-Headed Step-Child" of the line of the time. The styling was somewhat polarizing and went against the grain of B&O's ideology of that time. It seems that it was, almost, a last-minute stylistic excercise to meet an unneeded goal. For me

Steffen: The RX2 was purchased from its original owner and I seriously doubt that he had the wherewithall to change the platter. Regarding the 3300, does anyone know just how many of these were produced? I rarely see them for sale on ebay or elsewhere, at least here in the States. From what I can tell, it is virtually identical to the TX2 other than

Hmm ... TX2 RX2 Dave

Thanks for that pic! And I agree, the RX2's platter looks as though it might actually match the 3300's top-plate better. Now, to find one! Cheers! Dave

Wow, thanks Jaff! Yes, some comparative pics would be very nice. Now, I just need to find an unmolested TX2/RX2 platter.

Thanks Jaff! BTW: Where in the SE are you located? I'm currently living in CT, but grew up in VA and I really miss it! Dave

Here it is, working just perfectly!

Would anyone know if the platter from a TX2 or RX2 is a direct replacement for the 3300? The previous owner (apparently) tried to clean mine and managed to remove a bit of the lacquer. The platters on those 2 look identical to mine and those models are certainly easier to find than a 3300. Cheers! Dave

Graham: You sir, are a genious! I did as you recommended and opened her up. Low and behold the front guide bar had become dislodged from its right-hand mount. Re-installed it, lubed everything whilst I was in there and buttoned everything back up. Works a charm now! Thank you!!! Cheers! Dave

Thanks Graham! Well, I attempted to check the front carriage rail and managed to dislodge the tonearm. It would appear that I'm in a bit deeper now. Next I'll remove the dust cover for better access. However, I can't really access the right-hand side of that rail as it's hidden below the deck's top plate. Looks like I'll need