Apan BFU 121

The Apan BFU 121 is a vintage belt-drive turntable primarily marketed in Australasia during the 1970s. It is known for its reliability, stable performance, and ease of use, making it a classic, dependable choice for vinyl playback. The turntable shares design roots with models branded as Perfection Denky in South America and Sanyo in Japan and Europe.

Key Technical Features

• Drive System:
  Belt drive with a synchronous motor.
  Features auto-stop functionality for convenience.

• Speeds:
  Supports 33 and 45 rpm playback speeds.

• Wow and Flutter:
  Less than 0.175% (0.12% WRMS tested), indicating good speed stability.

• Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
  Better than 48 dB (52 dB A-weighted tested), providing a relatively low noise floor for clear sound.

• Tonearm and Cartridge:
  Typically fitted with a moving magnet (MM) cartridge; recent refurbishments often include Nagaoka MM cartridges and stylus for improved sound quality.

• Construction and Design:
  Solid and stable build quality, described as dependable and easy to use.
  RCA output connectors for standard audio connection.

• Maintenance and Service:
  Commonly serviced with new drive belts, lubrication, and replacement RCA plugs to maintain optimal performance.