Turntable Details
Drive
Belt
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
0.025
Rumble [dB]
-70
Speed
33, 45
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
9.00
Linear
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
The Bang & Olufsen Beogram TX (Type 5661) is a tangential-tracking turntable produced from 1983 to 1985. It is an earlier model compared to the TX2 and is noted for its robust design and quality playback features.
Core Technical Specifications
Manufacture Years: 1983–1985
Type Number: 5661 (220V model)
Playback Speeds: 33⅓ and 45 rpm
Speed Deviation: Less than ±0.2%
Wow and Flutter (DIN): Less than 0.07%
Rumble (DIN weighted): Greater than 70 dB
Rumble (DIN unweighted): Greater than 45 dB
Power Consumption: 17 W
Dimensions (W × H × D): 49 × 9 × 37.5 cm
Weight: 9 kg
Pickup Cartridge: MMC 3 (not included)
Recommended Stylus Pressure: ~1.2 g
Power Supply Variants: 5651 (220V), 5653 (120V), 5655 (240V)
Link Compatibility: Supports Data Link protocol for integration with other Bang & Olufsen components
Features and Highlights
Tangential Tracking: Electronic linear tonearm offers precise groove tracking with reduced distortion.
Electronic Servo-Drive: Provides stable and accurate motor speed control.
Search Function: Allows scanning both forwards and backwards for precise track selection.
Patented Chassis Suspension and Tonearm Design: Minimizes vibrations from reaching the stylus to protect records and improve sound quality.
Pickup Sold Separately: Allows use of Bang & Olufsen MMC cartridges or compatible cartridges.
Simple Yet Reliable: Lacks some of the advanced features found in the later TX2 model but prized for reliability.