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Panasonic RD-820

Turntable Details

Drive

Idler

Motor

Wow & Flutter %

Rumble [dB]

Speed

33, 45

Dimensions [mm]

Platter Material

Platter Diameter [mm]

Total Weight [kg]

Tonearm

Year Built

Platter Weight [kg]

Plinth Material

Price

Additional information

  • Type: Automatic record changer with an umbrella spindle design.

  • Drive Method: Idler drive system, similar to older BSR or Garrard models.

  • Platter: Not specified in detail, but likely made from a durable material suitable for automatic changers.

  • Speeds: Supports 33 1/3 and 45 RPM playback.

  • Tonearm: Features a more modern tonearm compared to the RD-620, similar to early Technics designs.

  • Suspension System: Not detailed, but likely features basic vibration control.

  • Dimensions and Weight: Not specified, but described as solid and heavy despite having a plastic enclosure.

  • Power Supply: External power supply.

  • Cartridge: Originally used the National/Technics EPC-78SMAD VM Cartridge, with a recommended tracking force of 1.5±0.5g. Alternatively, the MM Cartridge BC3600L is compatible, with specifications:
    Output Level: 3.5mV @ 1Khz, 5cm/sec.
    Frequency Range: 20 - 20Khz.
    Load Impedance: 47K ohm.
    Channel Balance: 2 dB.
    Channel Separation: 20dB @ 1Khz.

  • Additional Features:
    Removable spindle to alternate between single play or multiplay modes.
    Automatic record changer functionality.

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