Turntable Details
Drive
Direct
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
0.025
Rumble [dB]
-78
Speed
33, 45
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
310.0
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
5.90
Straight
1966
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
Drive System: The PL-5 uses a direct drive system with a coreless DC servo motor and a stable hanging rotor (SHR) Hall motor, providing precise speed control and stability.
Turntable: The turntable features a die-cast aluminum platter, offering a stable platform for record rotation.
Speeds: The turntable supports 33 1/3 rpm and 45 rpm, with a wow and flutter of less than 0.025%.
Rumble Noise Ratio: The rumble noise ratio is 78 dB, providing good noise suppression.
Tonearm: The PL-5 features a statically balanced, low-mass polymer graphite straight pipe tonearm with an effective length of 221 mm and an overhang of 15.5 mm. It is designed to accommodate cartridges weighing 3 to 8 grams.
Cartridge: The PL-5 is compatible with cartridges like the Audio-Technica AT91R, which is a moving-magnet (MM) cartridge with a frequency response of 20-20,000 Hz and a recommended tracking force of 1.5-2.5 grams.
Special Features: The turntable includes features like fully automatic operation, quick start/stop, and a stroboscope for precise speed adjustment.
Dimensions and Weight: The external dimensions are 420 x 108 x 367 mm, with a weight of approximately 5.9 kg.
Power Consumption: The power consumption is 12 W