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Bang and Olufsen Beogram 1700

Turntable Details

Drive

Belt

Motor

DC

Wow & Flutter %

0.08

Rumble [dB]

-62

Speed

33, 45

Dimensions [mm]

Platter Material

Platter Diameter [mm]

Total Weight [kg]

Tonearm

Year Built

Straight

1982

Platter Weight [kg]

0.45

Plinth Material

Price

$345

Additional information

  • Manufactured: 1980–1983

  • Designer: Jacob Jensen

  • Drive System: Belt drive with servo-controlled DC motor for stable speed and quiet operation.

  • Speeds: 33⅓ and 45 rpm, automatically selected based on record size.

  • Operation: Fully automatic—record size detection, automatic pickup movement, and speed selection.

  • Tonearm: Radial, low-mass, lightweight construction for optimal tracking and low inertia.

  • Cartridge: MMC 20S, recommended tracking force: 1.5 g (range: 0–2 g).

  • Tracking Error: 0.11° per cm.

  • Wow and Flutter: < ±0.09% (DIN).

  • Rumble: >62 dB (weighted), >42 dB (unweighted).

  • Suspension: Excellent acoustic and vibration isolation.

  • Power Supply: 180–265 V AC, 50–60 Hz, 8 W.

  • Output: DIN connector, stereo.

  • Dimensions: 440 x 85 x 330 mm (W x H x D).

  • Weight: 6 kg.

  • Finishes: Rosewood, teak, white.

  • Mounting: Compatible with wall brackets for flexible placement

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