Bang and Olufsen Beogram 7000 5984

The Bang & Olufsen Beogram 7000 (Type 5984) is the 100V Japanese market version of the advanced Beogram 7000 tangential-tracking turntable produced between 1992 and 1995. It shares identical features with other Beogram 7000 models, differing only in regional power supply specifications.

Core Technical Specifications

• Type Number: 5984 (100V version)

• Production Years: 1992–1995

• Drive System: Electronically controlled tangential tonearm with patented Optimum Pivot Point (OPP) suspension for reduced vibration

• Playback Speeds: 33⅓ and 45 rpm with automatic size and speed detection

• Speed Deviation: Less than ±0.2%

• Wow and Flutter: Less than ±0.06% (DIN standard)

• Rumble:
  DIN weighted: >80 dB
  DIN unweighted: >55 dB

• Cartridge: MMC2 moving magnet cartridge, minimal tracking force (~1g)

• Built-in RIAA Preamplifier: Integrated, enabling direct connection to line-level inputs

• Power Consumption: Less than 10W

• Dimensions: 42 × 7.5 × 32.5 cm (W×H×D)

• Weight: Approximately 5.3 kg

• Remote Compatibility: Works with Beolink 7000 system remote controls

• System Integration: Features Data Link protocol for operating within the Beosystem 7000

Features

• Tangential arm tracking: Minimizes tracking error and distortion, replicating original recording conditions

• OPP Suspension: Provides dual suspension of tonearm and chassis to isolate and prevent vibrations affecting playback fidelity

• Fully Automatic: Auto-detects record size and speed; auto-start, tonearm lift/return functions

• Stylus Protection: Stylus only lowers when a record is detected, protecting cartridge and vinyl

• User Interface: Touch-sensitive control surface with Bang & Olufsen’s iconic minimalist styling

• Integration: Designed to be the hub of a Beosystem 7000 audio setup but functions as a standalone high-end turntable