Turntable Details
Drive
Belt
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
0.045
Rumble [dB]
-62
Speed
33, 45
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
6.00
Straight
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
The Bang & Olufsen Beogram RX (Type 5771) is a basic radial tonearm turntable released as a successor to the Beogram 1800 series. It was designed for use with various amplifiers, not limited to Bang & Olufsen systems, featuring extensive cartridge compatibility.
Core Technical Specifications
Production Years: 1983 – June 1985
Type Number: 5771 (220V European model)
Playback Speeds: 33⅓ and 45 rpm
Speed Deviation: Less than ±0.2%
Wow and Flutter (DIN): Less than 0.09%
Rumble (DIN Weighted): Greater than 62 dB
Rumble (DIN Unweighted): Greater than 42 dB
Power Consumption: 8 W
Dimensions (W × H × D): 44.5 × 20.5 × 33 cm
Weight: 6 kg
Pickup Cartridge Compatibility: MMC 1 to MMC 5 cartridges
Power Supply: 5771 is 220V, 5773 is 120V (USA version)
Features and Highlights
Radial Tonearm: A more traditional radial arm design, compared to tangential arms in other models.
Versatile Compatibility: Built to work easily with non-B&O amplifiers and multiple cartridge options.
Robust Build: Strong and well-designed chassis for vibration reduction and stable playback.
Cartridge Flexibility: Supports a wide range of MMC cartridges from Bang & Olufsen.
Simple and Reliable: Prized for simplicity and ease of use in a variety of audio setups.