Pioneer PL-450

Drive System: The PL-450 uses a belt drive system with a 4-pole synchronous motor, providing smooth and quiet operation. This design helps reduce vibration and noise, enhancing sound quality.

Turntable: The turntable features a 280 mm diameter injection-moulded aluminum platter, offering a stable platform for record rotation.

Speeds: The turntable supports 33 1/3 rpm and 45 rpm. Speed adjustments can be made using trimmers located near the motor pulley, which require a long thin screwdriver to access.

Wow and Flutter: Specific details about wow and flutter are not provided in the search results, but belt-driven systems typically offer good speed stability.

Rumble Noise Ratio: The rumble noise ratio is > 68 dB (DIN-B), providing good noise suppression1.

Tonearm: The PL-450 features a dynamically balanced straight tonearm with an effective length of 221 mm and an overhang of 15 mm. It is designed for a T4P plug-in connection system and accommodates cartridges weighing 6 grams with a contact pressure of 1-1.5 grams.

Cartridge: The turntable was fitted with a Pioneer PC-250T MM cartridge and a Pioneer PN-250T needle stylus. The recommended tracking force for this cartridge is 1.25±0.25g.

Special Features: The PL-450 includes features like semi-automatic operation with auto-return mechanism, making it convenient for users who want minimal manual intervention.

Dimensions and Weight: The external dimensions are 420 x 106 x 375 mm, with a weight of approximately 3.8 kg.

Power Consumption: The power consumption is 2 W