Turntable Details
Drive
Belt
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
Rumble [dB]
Speed
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
Manufactured: 1972–August 1974
Designer: Jacob Jensen
Type Number: 5237
Drive System: Flat belt, asynchronous motor with advanced suspension for vibration isolation
Speeds: 33⅓ and 45 rpm
Platter: Star-shaped platter with multi-peg system to support the record, eliminating the need for a mat
Tonearm: Radial, lightweight, and well-damped for accurate tracking
Cartridge: SP 14 A (MMC type), with a recommended stylus pressure of 2 grams (adjustable 0–3.5 g)
Anti-skating: Built-in
Speed Adjustment: Vernier thumbwheel for fine speed adjustment (±6%)
Rumble: Better than 60 dB (DIN B)
Wow and Flutter: Better than ±0.15% peak value (DIN), corresponding to ±0.06% RMS
Output: 5 mV at 1000 Hz, 47 kΩ
Power Supply: 110–130 V or 220–240 V AC, 50 Hz, 10 W consumption
Dimensions: 44 x 12 x 33 cm (W x H x D)
Weight: 9 kg
Finishes: Rosewood, Teak, White
Lid: Removable, simple dust cover (not hinged)
Additional Details
Mounting: Compatible with universal wall brackets for flexible placement
Suspension: Improved over the Beogram 1200, with advanced damping for better isolation
Operation: Semi-automatic, with automatic arm lowering at the start of a record
Recommended Systems: Designed for use with Beomaster 901, Beocenter 1400, and Beolab 1700 systems
Maintenance: Service and user manuals are available