Aurex Toshiba SR-40

The Aurex Toshiba SR-40 turntable is a classic, rugged, and well-regarded record player from the early 1970s, noted for its solid build and reliable performance.

• Drive System: Belt-driven with a 16-pole synchronous motor, providing stable speed regulation.

• Platter: 30 cm (12-inch) die-cast aluminum platter.

• Tonearm: Static balanced tubular pipe arm, designed for precise tracking and low resonance.

• Output Voltage: Approximately 200 mV at 1 kHz, 50 mm/sec (typical for analog groove playback).

• Speeds: Supports 33⅓ and 45 RPM.

• Cartridge: Originally equipped with a proprietary IC cartridge with the following specs:
  Frequency response: 30 Hz to 20 kHz
  Crosstalk: More than 30 dB at 1 kHz
  Compliance: 25 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne
  Recommended tracking force: 1.5g
  Output voltage: 60 mV (1 kHz, 50 mm/sec)
  Cartridge weight including cosmetic cover: 2.6g

• Construction: Known for magnetic shielding and acoustic damping to minimize vibration and interference.

• Dimensions and Build: Rugged vintage design with a focus on durability and low noise operation.

• Other Features:
  Quartz lock pitch control (some models with quartz speed lock)
  VTA (Vertical Tracking Angle) adjustment is present for fine-tuning tonearm height
  Heavily shielded internal circuitry and vibration-isolating power transformer.