Turntable Details
Drive
Direct
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
0.03
Rumble [dB]
-73
Speed
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
310
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
6.10
Straight
1982
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
$250
Additional information
The Akai AP-Q41 is a fully automatic, quartz-locked direct-drive turntable produced in Japan between 1982 and 1984. It is recognized for its precise speed control, solid construction, and quality tonearm.
Technical Overview
Drive and Motor:
Quartz-locked direct drive system with DC servo motor.
Speeds supported: 33⅓ and 45 rpm.
Speed deviation: ±0.002%.
Wow and flutter: 0.025% WRMS.
Rumble: 78 dB (DIN B), indicating very low background noise.
Platter:
310 mm aluminum alloy die-cast platter designed for smooth rotation and low resonance.
Tonearm:
Static balanced tonearm with electronic inside force canceller (anti-skating).
Effective arm length: 220 mm.
Stylus pressure adjustable from 0 to 2.5 grams.
Cartridge weight range: 3 to 8 grams.
Overhang: 17.5 mm.
Shell weight: 3.6 grams.
Oil-damped arm lifter for smooth stylus placement.
Cartridge:
Often fitted with Ortofon SMB-12 (VMS type) cartridge.
Recommended tracking force: 1.5 grams.
Cartridge output voltage: approximately 4.3 mV (DIN).
Channel separation: about 25 dB.
Operation and Features:
Fully automatic operation including start, stop, and auto-return.
High precision quartz speed control ensures stable and accurate playback.
Suitable for casual and audiophile listening.
Known for smooth, detailed sound; users report excellent performance especially when fitted with upgraded cartridges like Ortofon Blue or Denon DL-110.
Dimensions and Build:
Solid chassis with dust cover included.
Typical finish: silver.
Weight: about 6.1 kg (13.4 lbs).