Right found the TT packed well and surprisingly no dust - looks new
The model is a Technics SL-Q120 but not having much luck finding a needle/cartridge, just a you tube video and some non-English websites which after translation just say "discontinued". Long shot - does anyone know what type it requires ?
My local hi-fi store can fit a pre-amp for £20 which is reasonable, although i might look for something better after reviewing the vinyl collection :/
-Jonny