Turntable Details
Drive
Direct
Motor
Wow & Flutter %
Rumble [dB]
Speed
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
1976
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
$ 250
Additional information
Drive System: The PL-530X uses a direct drive system with a brushless Hall DC servo motor, providing precise speed control and stability. It features two motors: one for the turntable and another for the tonearm's low-speed cycling mechanism.
Turntable: The turntable has a 330 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%.
Wow and Flutter: The wow and flutter are 0.03% or 0.045% (DIN), indicating excellent speed stability.
Rumble Noise Ratio: The rumble noise ratio is 70 dB (DIN B), providing good noise suppression.
Tonearm: The PL-530X 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 14.5 grams.
Special Features: The turntable includes full automatic operation with features like automatic start and return, stroboscope for precise speed adjustment, adjustable anti-skating system, and cushioned arm lifting system.
Dimensions and Weight: The external dimensions are typically around 490 x 170 x 390 mm, with a weight of approximately 10 kg.
Years of Manufacture: The PL-530 was manufactured from 1976 to 1978 in Japan