Turntable Details
Drive
Belt
Motor
Wow & Flutter %
0.02
Rumble [dB]
-60
Speed
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
1975
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
The Melco 3533 is a high-quality belt-drive turntable system known for its precision and stability.
Design and Build
Base and Plinth: The Melco 3533 features a sturdy base designed to minimize vibrations and ensure stable operation.
Platter: The turntable includes a 330 mm (13 inches) diameter platter weighing 20 kg (44 lbs), which provides significant mass for smooth rotation and reduced wow and flutter.
Motor and Drive System
Motor Type: The Melco 3533 uses a high-quality belt-drive motor unit, which is known for its quiet operation and stability.
Drive Type: Belt-driven system for smooth operation and reduced motor vibrations.
Speeds: Supports playback speeds of 33 1/3 RPM and 45 RPM.
Tonearm and Cartridge
Tonearm Compatibility: The Melco 3533 is compatible with various high-quality tonearms, allowing users to choose their preferred cartridge setup.
Cartridge: While specific cartridge details are not provided, it is designed to work with a range of moving coil and moving magnet cartridges.
Connectivity and Features
Outputs: Unbalanced RCA output for connection to a phono preamplifier.
Wow and Flutter: 0.02% WRMS, indicating low speed variation and stable playback.
Signal to Noise Ratio: 60 dB, providing a clean audio signal with minimal background noise.
Additional Features
Rarity and Legacy: The Melco 3533 is a vintage model from the 1970s, known for its high-quality construction and performance.
Sound Quality: Renowned for delivering clear and precise sound reproduction with minimal distortion.