

Turntable Details
Drive
Belt
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
Rumble [dB]
Speed
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
1978
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
$ 150
Additional information
Drive System: The PL-516X uses a belt drive system with an FG servo DC motor, providing smooth and quiet operation. This design helps reduce vibration and noise, enhancing sound quality.
Turntable: The turntable features a 320 mm diameter aluminum alloy die-cast platter, offering a stable platform for record rotation.
Speeds: The turntable supports 33 1/3 rpm and 45 rpm, with a pitch control allowing for adjustments of ±2%.
Wow and Flutter: The wow and flutter are 0.045% WRMS, indicating good speed stability.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: The signal-to-noise ratio is 68 dB, providing good noise suppression.
Tonearm: The PL-516X features a statically balanced, S-shaped pipe tonearm with an effective length of 221 mm and an overhang of 15.5 mm. It is designed to accommodate cartridges weighing 4 to 10 grams.
Special Features: The turntable includes features like auto-return mechanism, anti-skating control, cueing device, strobe light, fine speed adjuster, insulator feet, and a plug-in type headshell. The "X" model is noted for its black finish and multi-voltage capability, making it suitable for various power supplies.
Dimensions and Weight: The external dimensions are 440 x 365 x 140 mm, with a weight of approximately 7 kg.
Cabinet: The turntable has a 40 mm thick particle board cabinet, providing a solid base for the turntable.