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Pioneer PL-740

Turntable Details

Drive

Direct

Motor

Wow & Flutter %

0.025

Rumble [dB]

-78

Speed

33, 45

Dimensions [mm]

Platter Material

Platter Diameter [mm]

304

Total Weight [kg]

Tonearm

Year Built

5.4

1983

Platter Weight [kg]

Plinth Material

Price

$ 200

Additional information

  • Drive System: The PL-740 uses a direct drive system with a quartz PLL Hall motor, providing precise speed control and stability.

  • Turntable: It features a 304 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.

  • Tonearm: The PL-740 features a static balance type straight pipe arm 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.

  • Cartridge: The original cartridge is the Pioneer PC-5MC moving coil type, with a PN-5MC stylus. The stylus is replaceable by the user.

  • Special Features: The turntable includes full automatic operation with features like automatic start and return. It also features a Dynamic Resonance Absorber (DRA) and anti-skating adjustment.

  • Noise and Signal-to-Noise Ratio: The signal-to-noise ratio is 78 dB, and the wow and flutter are 0.025% WRMS, indicating good noise suppression and stable playback.

  • Dimensions and Weight: The external dimensions are 420 x 118 x 365 mm, with a weight of approximately 5.4 kg.

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