Technics SL-Q2 : A Good Buy?

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Hi Everyone,

I am looking to buy my first starter TT and need some advise. I am based in Durban and have found a Technics SL-Q2 locally on Gumtree for R 1500. The net seems to give good reviews for this TT. What is the forums opinion? I'm not looking for the best TT out there but just a good solid one to enjoy.

https://www.gumtree.co.za/a-turntables/pinetown/technics-sl+q2-direct-drive-turntable/1003135122920910017408909

The TT will be connected to my NAD 3400 amp and technics speakers (to be upgraded when funding allows).

The ad says that a new stylus is needed and that it comes with an original headshell. I have attached the links to additional photos of the original cartridge (note its not the orange one but the loose black one).

Do I need to buy a new cartridge (maybe the AT95E) or just replace the stylus? And if I do need to replace the cartridge do I need a new headshell?

https://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/ODAwWDYwMA==/z/kh0AAOSwSc1bvjoR/$_59.jpg
https://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/ODAwWDYwMA==/z/BnQAAOSwE8VbvjoS/$_59.jpg
(For the above links to work: highlight, copy and paste. Not sure why not loading correct)

Many thanks!
 
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