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
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
The Bang & Olufsen Beogram 9000 (Type 5965) is a variant of the prestigious Beogram 9000 turntable, designed for the European 240V market. Like other versions in the Beogram 9000 series, it offers state-of-the-art tangential tracking technology combined with advanced electronic control and elegant design.
Core Technical Specifications
Manufacture Years: 1988–1990 approximate
Type Number: 5965 (240V European version)
Playback Speeds: 33⅓ and 45 rpm
Speed Deviation: Less than ±0.2%
Wow and Flutter (DIN): Less than 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
Pickup Cartridge: MMC 2
Tonearm: Tangential with Optimum Pivot Point design
Motor: Servo-controlled DC motor for precise speed stability
Link Compatibility: Supports Bang & Olufsen Data Link for integrated system control
Finish: Bronze or dark finish consistent with the Beocenter 9000 system
Features and Highlights
Tangential Tracking: Electronic linear tracking arm provides accurate stylus placement matching the groove geometry, minimizing distortion and record wear.
Servo-Controlled Motor: Ensures consistent, smooth platter rotation with minimal wow and flutter.
Chassis and Suspension: Patented suspension system reduces vibration and external interference.
Remote Operation: Compatible with Beocenter 9000 remote control units allowing ease of use.
Design: Square-shape design symbolizing a departure from earlier wedge-shaped Beogram models, combining aesthetic elegance with functional stability.
Cartridge: Uses MMC 2 cartridges with low stylus pressure, optimizing fidelity and record longevity.