Turntable Details
Drive
Direct
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
0.03
Rumble [dB]
-75
Speed
33, 45
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
310.0
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
5.50
S-shaped
1979
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
The Hitachi HT-354 is a direct-drive turntable that gained popularity in the late 1970s for its reliable performance and user-friendly features. Here’s a comprehensive technical description of the HT-354.
Technical Specifications
Type: 2-speed direct drive turntable
Drive Method: Brushless DC servo motor
Speeds: 33 1/3 RPM and 45 RPM
Platter: 310mm aluminum alloy die-cast
Wow and Flutter: 0.03% (WRMS)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 75 dB
Tonearm Type: Straight tonearm
Effective Tonearm Length: 220mm
Overhang: 15mm
Tracking Force Range: 0 to 3g (recommended tracking force: 1.5 to 2.5g)
Cartridge Weight Range: 4 to 10 grams
Included Cartridge: Hitachi MT-30 dual magnet type
Frequency Range: 10 to 25,000 Hz
Output Voltage: 3mV
Channel Separation: 20 dB
Channel Difference: 1 dB
Dimensions: 435 x 375 x 128 mm (WxHxD)
Weight: Approximately 5.5 kg
Power Consumption: 4W
Features
Automatic Functions: Includes auto-return and auto-cut features for convenience.
Anti-Skating Mechanism: Helps maintain proper tracking of the stylus in the groove.
Viscous Damped Cueing System: Provides smooth operation when lowering or raising the tonearm.
Stroboscope and Neon Lamp: For monitoring platter speed visually.
Electronic Speed Change System: Facilitates quick switching between playback speeds.