Turntable Details
Drive
Belt
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
0.03
Rumble [dB]
-80
Speed
33, 45
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
5.30
Linear
1991
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
£300
Additional information
The Bang & Olufsen Beogram 3500 (Type 5976) is a high-fidelity, fully automatic tangential turntable from the late 1980s to early 1990s, designed for precise vinyl playback and seamless integration with Bang & Olufsen audio systems. It is part of B&O’s renowned Beogram series, known for their advanced engineering and minimalist Danish design.
Drive System: Electronically controlled DC motor with belt drive for stable, low-vibration operation
Tonearm: Tangential (linear tracking) arm for minimal tracking error and reduced record wear
Cartridge Compatibility: Designed for B&O MMC series cartridges, typically the MMC 4 or MMC 5 (Moving Micro Cross technology)
Speeds: 33 1/3 and 45 rpm, electronically switched
Wow and Flutter: Less than ±0.05%
Rumble (Weighted): Greater than 80 dB
Automatic Functions: Fully automatic start, stop, and return; automatic record-size detection
Tracking Force: Electronically set and optimized for B&O MMC cartridges
Connections: Datalink-compatible DIN output for integration with B&O systems
Platter: Aluminum, damped for resonance control
Dimensions (WxHxD): Approximately 42 x 7 x 32 cm
Weight: Around 7 kg
Notable Features
Tangential Tracking: The linear tracking arm ensures the stylus follows the groove exactly as it was cut, minimizing distortion and record wear.
Full Automation: One-touch operation for all playback functions, including automatic record size detection and tonearm cueing.
Datalink Integration: Allows remote control and system integration with compatible Bang & Olufsen receivers and amplifiers.
Build Quality: Precision engineering with a focus on vibration isolation and long-term reliability.