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Pioneer PL-7 (1981)

Turntable Details

Drive

Direct

Motor

Wow & Flutter %

0.025

Rumble [dB]

-78

Speed

33, 45

Dimensions [mm]

Platter Material

Platter Diameter [mm]

310

Total Weight [kg]

Tonearm

Year Built

5.9

1981

Platter Weight [kg]

Plinth Material

Price

$ 200

Additional information

  • Drive System: The PL-7 uses a quartz PLL direct drive system with a Stable Hanging Rotor (SHR) motor, providing precise speed control and stability.

  • Turntable: The turntable features a 310 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, which are standard for most vinyl records.

  • Wow and Flutter: The wow and flutter are 0.025% or less, indicating good speed stability.

  • Rumble Noise Ratio: The rumble noise ratio is 78 dB, providing good noise suppression.

  • Tonearm: The PL-7 features a statically balanced, polymer graphite 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.

  • Special Features: The turntable includes full automatic operation with features like quick start/stop mechanisms.

  • Dimensions and Weight: The external dimensions are 420 x 108 x 367 mm, with a weight of approximately 5.9 kg.

  • Power Consumption: The turntable operates with a power consumption of 12 W

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