Turntable Details
Drive
Belt
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
Rumble [dB]
-90
Speed
33, 45
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
42.34
1982
Platter Weight [kg]
16.00
Plinth Material
Price
$4000
Additional information
Key Features
Drive System: Two-speed thread-belt-drive system.
Motor Unit: Requires the RY-5500 remote motor unit for operation.
Platter: Made of gunmetal bronze, with a diameter of 310 mm and a weight of 16 kg.
Inertia Moment: High inertia moment of 2,700 kg/cm², contributing to stable rotation.
Speeds: 33.33 and 45 rpm.
Speed Adjustment Range: ±6%.
Wow and Flutter: Less than 0.02% WRMS.
Signal to Noise Ratio: Greater than 83 dB.
Bearing: 16mm diameter platter bearing shaft designed for strength and precision.
Turntable Frame: Made of zinc with a large mass of 22.2 kg to support the rotating mechanism.
Total Weight: Approximately 42.34 kg (including the motor unit).
Dimensions: RX-5000 drive unit dimensions are 312 x 312 x height mm (WxHxD), and the RY-5500 drive unit dimensions are 180 x 114 x 240 mm (WxHxD).
Power Requirements: AC 120V or 220V (50/60 Hz).
Power Consumption: 12W.
Additional Details
The RX-5000 is designed to be used without a built-in tonearm, allowing users to choose their preferred arm.
It is renowned for its high mass and high inertia design, which enhances sound quality by reducing vibrations and maintaining consistent speed.
The separate motor unit helps in reducing vibrations and improving sound quality.
Note: The RX-5000 is often paired with the RY-5500 motor unit for optimal performance.