Bang and Olufsen Beogram 5000 5803

The Beogram 5000 5803 is a premium, fully automatic, radial-tracking turntable manufactured by Bang & Olufsen in Denmark from 1983 to 1986. It was designed as an integral part of the Beosystem 5000 and features styling, functionality, and connectivity aligned with other 5000-series components.

Core Technical Specifications

• Year of Manufacture: 1983–1986

• Type Number: 5803 (220V version)

• Drive System: Precision, fully automatic control with fast and gentle logic-operated arm movement

• Tonearm: Ultra-lightweight with built-in anti-skating and tracking force adjustment; radial tracking (not tangential)

• Cartridge: MMC 4 (elliptical diamond stylus: 6 x 17µm); recommended tracking force 1.2g (12mN)

• Frequencies: 20–20,000Hz

• Crosstalk Attenuation: >17dB (50–15,000Hz)

• Wow & Flutter: DIN: <±0.07%, WRMS: <±0.035%

• Speed Deviation: <±0.2%

• Rumble: DIN weighted: >75dB; DIN unweighted: >55dB

• Speeds: 33 and 45rpm, auto selection

• Stylus Mass (Effective): 0.4mg

• Total Mass: 1.6g

• Auto Functions: Automatic play start/stop, repeat programming (up to 7 times), arm returns automatically; built-in lid light

• Power Supply: 220V, 50–60Hz (<10W); other versions available for different voltages

• Dimensions: 42(W) x 7.5(H) x 32.4(D)cm

• Weight: 6kg (13lb)

• Material/Finish: Brushed aluminum top, dark grey translucent dust cover

• Connectivity: Datalink for integration with Beomaster 5000 and Beosystem 5000; compatible with infra-red remote operation when linked

• Output: Phono out (for amplifier or headphones)

Key Features and Advantages

• Automatic Operation & Protection: Logic circuit prevents accidental stylus drops; automatic arm return and motor shut-off; interior light activates when lid is opened.

• Remote Integration: When used with Beomaster 5000, allows infrared remote control of playback.

• Build Quality: Premium construction matches other Beosystem 5000 components; modular design for easy integration.

• Sound Quality: High-fidelity output, low wow/flutter and rumble, excellent tracking accuracy for minimal record wear.