[. . . ] Read these Owner's Manual carefully before using your DL-103SA and keep it for future reference. [. . . ] Use of a step-up transformer for an MC type cartridge, or a head amplifier is recommended. Use the included brush to carefully remove any dirt from the tip of the stylus before and after playing records. About the wooden box's finish the DL-103SA's wooden box is in natural wo o d . Fo r t h i s r e a s o n , t h e r e i s n o specific regularity in color and grain; each individual wooden box has its own, unique personality. [. . . ] A b ppearance and specifications are sub ject to change without notice for purpose of improvement. [. . . ]