Marantz TT42P Automatic Turntable with Phono Amp.

Q: Does the Marantz TT42P come with a dust cover?
A: Yes, the turntable comes complete with a clear plastic dust cover.

Q: How do you ground it if you're connecting to an amp that doesn't have phono inputs and a grounding post?
A: On the TT42P, which has a built-in preamp, you ignore the ground wire and hook it up via any standard input (aux, cd, etc.), but do NOT use the phono input with the ground wire. This would damage the amplifier. To answer your question more simply, it is not grounded. Hook it up like you would a CD player, but do NOT use the phono input.

Q: Can you connect it to an AV receiver?
A: Yes, you can connect it to an AV receiver.

Q: How do I replace the needle?
A: You can order a replacement needle through lpgear.com with the model of your turntable. If you have the TT42P, it is very simple to replace. Just pull off the black plastic (like a cap) and that's it. No other mechanism is required.

Q: Where can I find a replacement needle?
A: You can find replacement needles on the Crutchfield website under the Home Audio tab and Turntables and Accessories.

Overall, the Marantz TT42P is a great turntable for vinyl novices or someone who wants plug-and-play convenience. It comes preset with proper weighting for the stock cartridge and does not offer adjustment. If you need to extend cables for any reason or your receiver does not have a "phono" input, it would be wise to order the model with the preamp. The automatic functions work well without any cheap clunky noises, and it features a proper tonearm that plays at a very accurate and stable speed. It is built well and provides much better sound quality than nostalgic players.