Turntable Details
Drive
Belt
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
0.025
Rumble [dB]
-75
Speed
33, 45
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Die-cast Al
Platter Diameter [mm]
310
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
14
1984
Platter Weight [kg]
3.6
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
Key Features
Drive System: Belt-drive with an FG servo DC motor.
Motor: FG servo DC motor providing precise speed control.
Speeds: 33.33 and 45 rpm.
Pitch Control: ±3% fine speed adjustment.
Platter: 31 cm die-cast aluminum platter weighing 3.6 kg with an inertia moment of 600 kg/cm².
Wow and Flutter: Less than 0.025%.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Greater than 75 dB.
Tonearm: Compatible with various tonearms, including the Micro Seiki MA-505, MA-707, Audiocraft AC-300MKII, and SAEC WE-407.
Armboards: Multiple armboards available for different tonearm configurations.Dimensions: 53.2 x 19.3 x 44 cm (WHD).
Weight: 14 kg.
Years of Manufacture: 1984 to 1992.
Made in: Japan.
Original Price: Approximately 170,000 Yen.
Power Supply: Operates at 100V, 5W, 50/60 Hz, though some models are available in 120V for the North American market.
Additional Details
The BL-99V is a high-end turntable known for its precise speed control and robust build quality.
It features a vacuum system that holds the record tightly to the platter, reducing warping and improving sound quality.
The turntable includes a dust cover and rubber mat, and it is praised for its quiet operation and stable performance.
The BL-99V is highly regarded among audiophiles for its ability to provide clear and detailed sound reproduction.