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
Straight
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
The Hitachi HT-50S is a direct-drive turntable that was produced in the early 1980s, known for its simplicity and effective performance. Below are its key technical specifications and features:
Technical Specifications
Type: 2-speed direct drive automatic system
Motor: Unitorque brushless DC servo motor
Speeds: 33 1/3 and 45 rpm
Platter: 310mm aluminum alloy die-cast
Wow and Flutter: 0.03%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 75 dB (DIN B)
Tonearm: Straight, lightweight design with semi-automatic operation (motorized lift, descent, and end-of-disc takeoff)
Tracking Force: Recommended tracking force for the Hitachi MT-35 MM cartridge is 2.0 ± 0.5g
Dimensions: Approximately 480 x 360 x 130 mm (WxHxD)
Weight: Approximately 5 kg
Features
Quartz Lock: The HT-50S includes a quartz lock system for stable speed control, although it lacks a speed adjustment feature or readout.
Construction: The turntable has a lightweight plastic base with rubber feet for isolation, typical of many models from the era.
Cartridge Compatibility: Originally equipped with the Hitachi MT-35 cartridge, it can accommodate various cartridges depending on user preference.