In a direct-drive turntable, the motor sits right under the platter ... speed nearly instantly and provides more precise control over the speed of the turntable (belt-drive turntables typically ...

However, not all turntables are designed to withstand the extra weight of stabilizing pucks. They can stress the motor, strain the bearing and cause rotational speed inaccuracies. Readers are advised ...

So he decided to replace the stepper motor controller in his turntable and document the process ... that featured a potentiometer to adjust the speed was enough. He found a suitable board online ...