Turntable Details
Drive
Belt
Motor
Wow & Flutter %
Rumble [dB]
Speed
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Bronze
Platter Diameter [mm]
310.0
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
36.00
1981
Platter Weight [kg]
10.00
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
Key Features
Drive System: Thread drive (also referred to as string drive in some sources).
Motor: 4-pole, 6-slot outer rotor type brushless DC servo motor.
Speeds: 33.33 and 45 rpm.
Speed Adjustment Range: ±6%.
Platter: 310 mm (31 cm) diameter, made from a single piece of bronze or gunmetal, weighing approximately 10 kg (22 lbs).
Moment of Inertia: 1,500 kg/cm².Wow and Flutter: Not specified, but typically less than 0.025% for similar high-end models.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Not specified, but generally high for a turntable of this caliber.
Tonearm: Compatible with multiple tonearm models, including Micro Seiki MA-505X, MA-707X, Audio Craft AC-300MK II, Saec WE-407/23, and SME 3009SII.
Armboards: Supports five types of bases from the A-1200 series.Dimensions: 532 x 440 x 230 mm (WHD).
Weight: Approximately 36 kg (79 lbs).
Years of Manufacture: 1981 to 1982.
Made in: Japan.
Original Price: Not specified, but highly valued among collectors today.
Power Supply: Operates at 100-220V, 50/60 Hz, with a toroidal transformer included.
Additional Details
The BL-111 is a high-end turntable known for its precise speed control and robust build quality.
It features a unique thread drive system, which provides smooth and consistent rotation.
The turntable is highly regarded for its sound quality, thanks to its heavy bronze or gunmetal platter and precise motor control.
The BL-111 is considered a masterpiece among audiophiles, blending engineering precision with artistic execution.