Turntable Details
Drive
Direct
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
$ 175
Additional information
Drive System: The PL-518X uses a direct drive system with a 16-pole, 24-slot DC servo motor, providing precise speed control and stability. This motor is designed to offer a strong magnetic circuit, twice as strong as conventional direct-drive types, enhancing its resistance to torque ripple and improving load characteristics.
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 speed control range of ±2% for both speeds.
Wow and Flutter: The wow and flutter are 0.03%, indicating excellent speed stability.
Rumble Noise Ratio: The rumble noise ratio is 73 dB, providing good noise suppression.
Tonearm: The PL-518X 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 Quick-Start and Auto-Return, which automatically lift and return the tonearm to its rest position when a record finishes playing. It also features an oil-damped Cue Lever for smooth operation and a stroboscope for precise speed adjustment.
Dimensions and Weight: The external dimensions are 440 x 145 x 365 mm, with a weight of approximately 9.5 kg.
Plinth: The "X" variant is often associated with a vinyl-wrapped or black finish on the plinth, which is a cosmetic difference from the standard PL-518 model