Turntable Details
Drive
Direct
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
Rumble [dB]
Speed
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
1974
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
$ 250
Additional information
Drive System: The PL-51A uses a direct drive system with a brushless DC servo motor, providing precise speed control and stability. This motor ensures stable performance without electric or mechanical noise, independent of mains voltage fluctuations.
Turntable: The turntable features a 300 mm diameter aluminum alloy die-cast platter, weighing 1.6 kg, offering a stable platform for record rotation.
Speeds: The turntable supports 33 1/3 rpm and 45 rpm, with a speed adjustment range of ±2% for both speeds.
Wow and Flutter: The wow and flutter are 0.05% WRMS, indicating excellent speed stability.
Rumble Noise Ratio: The rumble noise ratio is 58 dB, providing good noise suppression.
Tonearm: The PL-51A 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 14 grams.
Special Features: The turntable includes features like electronic speed change, illuminated strobe for precise speed adjustment, anti-skating device using a cam and spring, and oil-damped cueing for smooth operation.
Dimensions and Weight: The external dimensions are 480 x 185 x 410 mm, with a weight of approximately 10.5 kg.
Power Consumption: The turntable operates with a power consumption of 5 W.
Years of Manufacture: The PL-51A was manufactured from 1974 to 1975 in Japan