Turntable Details
Drive
Direct
Motor
Wow & Flutter %
Rumble [dB]
Speed
33, 45
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
S-shaped
1982
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
$ 220
Additional information
Type: Quartz-direct drive turntable.
Speeds: Supports 33 and 45 rpm playback.
Motor: Uses a quartz servo motor for stable speed control.
Platter: Typically features a die-cast platter.
Tonearm: Static balance type, S-shaped, pipe arm design.
Auto-Tracking: Features full automatic operation, including auto-start, auto-return, and auto-stop.
Automatic Disc Size Selector (ADSS): Automatically selects the disc size for easier operation.
Auto Repeat Function: Allows for continuous playback of a record.
Cartridge: Often comes with an Audio-Technica DR300E cartridge.
Stylus Replacement: Uses the 748-D7 stylus type.
Power Consumption: 8 watts.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Not specifically detailed, but generally expected to be around 70 dB for turntables of this era.
Build and Design: Features a silver plastic design typical of the 1980s.
Additional Features: Includes a dust cover for protection.
The PL-S70 is praised for its excellent quartz-lock speed stability and quiet operation, making it a reliable choice for those seeking a user-friendly record player with automatic features