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
£405
Additional information
The Bang & Olufsen Beogram 8500 (Type 5972) is a variant of the Beogram 8500 produced in the early 1990s. It is essentially the same model as the Type 5971 with different power supply configurations, designed to complement the Bang & Olufsen Beocenter 8500 hi-fi system.
Core Technical Specifications
Type Number: 5972 (typically 100V or regional variant)
Production Years: Early 1990s (contemporary with Type 5971)
Playback Speeds: 33⅓ and 45 rpm
Speed Deviation: Less than ±0.2%
Wow and Flutter (DIN): Under ±0.06%
Rumble (DIN weighted): Greater than 80 dB
Rumble (DIN unweighted): Greater than 55 dB
Power Consumption: Less than 10 W
Dimensions (W×H×D): 42 × 7.5 × 32.5 cm
Weight: Approximately 5.3 kg
Link Compatibility: Bang & Olufsen Data Link for integration with other components
Finish: Similar to Type 5971 (gunmetal gray) to complement the Beocenter 8500
Features and Highlights
Tangential Tracking: Precise stylus tracking that follows the original groove geometry to minimize distortion and wear.
Servo Controlled Motor: Provides accurate and stable platter speed for high-quality playback.
OPP Tonearm: Unique Optimum Pivot Point arm suspension reduces vibrations for clearer sound.
Chassis Suspension: Minimizes external shocks and vibrations during playback.
Electronic Tangential Arm: Plays records at the exact cutting angle for authentic audio reproduction.
System Integration: Designed to integrate seamlessly with the Beocenter 8500 system or as a standalone solution.
Cartridge Support: Compatible typically with MMC 4 or MMC 5 cartridges.