Turntable Details
Drive
Belt
Motor
AC
Wow & Flutter %
0.055
Rumble [dB]
-65
Speed
33, 45
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
300.0
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
6.00
S-shaped
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
Key Features
Drive System: Belt drive with a 4-pole synchronous motor.
Speeds: 33.33 and 45 rpm.
Platter: 300 mm die-cast aluminum platter.
Wow and Flutter: Less than 0.055%.
Signal to Noise Ratio: More than 65 dB.
Tonearm: Static balance type, available in two versions: an S-shaped arm and a straight tonearm (more commonly associated with the MB-14ST model).
Effective Length and Overhang: For the straight tonearm version, typically 214 mm effective length and 15 mm overhang.
Dimensions: 440 x 350 x 142 mm.
Weight: 6 kg.
Operation: Semi-automatic, meaning the tonearm will lift and return at the end of a record.
Years of Manufacture: 1979 to 1981 for the S-shaped arm version, and possibly later for the straight tonearm version.
Made in: Japan.
Original Price: Approximately 350 DM.
Additional Details
The MB-14 is a vintage belt-driven turntable known for its robust build quality and reliable performance.
It features a semi-automatic mechanism, making it convenient for users who want minimal manual intervention.
The turntable is suitable for those seeking a vintage belt-driven model with good sound quality and ease of use.