Turntable Details
Drive
Direct
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
0.02
Rumble [dB]
-75
Speed
33, 45
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
350.0
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
7.00
Straight
Platter Weight [kg]
2.60
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
Key Features
Drive System: Direct drive with a DC servo motor using PLL quartz locking for precise speed control.
Motor: Direct-driven quartz-locked servo motor.
Speeds: 33.33 and 45 rpm.
Synchronous Speed Accuracy: Less than 0.02%.
Platter: 35 cm (350 mm) injection-molded platter weighing 2.6 kg.
Tonearm: Originally equipped with the Micro Seiki MA-707 tonearm, but some models may be paired with the MA-500 tonearm, which is noted for its quality and features like height adjustment and a removable tonearm tube.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Rumpelgeräuschabstand (rumble noise distance) greater than 75 dB.
Dimensions: 410 x 139 x 350 mm (WxHxD).
Weight: 7 kg.
Power Consumption: 5 W.
Original Price: Approximately 550 USD or 1,800 DM.
Additional Details
The DQX-500 is a compact direct-drive turntable known for its precise speed control and robust build quality.
It features a heavy die-cast chassis and a large rotating platter, contributing to its stability and sound quality.
The turntable is suitable for those seeking a vintage direct-drive model with good sound quality and reliable performance.