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Realistic LAB-330

Turntable Details

Drive

Belt

Motor

Wow & Flutter %

Rumble [dB]

Speed

Dimensions [mm]

Platter Material

Platter Diameter [mm]

Total Weight [kg]

Tonearm

Year Built

Platter Weight [kg]

Plinth Material

Price

Additional information

Drive System


  • Belt-drive system with speed stabilization for consistent playback.

  • Speeds: 33⅓ and 45 RPM (manual selection).


Tonearm and Cartridge


  • S-shaped tonearm with adjustable counterweight and anti-skate.

  • Originally equipped with an Audio-Technica AT85EP (or similar) moving magnet (MM) cartridge (0.7 mil diamond stylus).

  • Tracking force: ~2 grams (adjustable).


Performance Specifications


  • Frequency response: 20–20,000 Hz.

  • Channel separation: ≥20 dB at 1 kHz.

  • Vertical tracking angle: 20°.


Automatic Features


  • Auto-return at record end.

  • Auto-shutoff after playback.


Additional Features


  • Built-in stereo preamplifier (switchable for use with external amps).

  • Strobe platter for speed adjustment verification.


Dimensions & Build


  • Dimensions: 13.5" W × 12.75" D × 3.5" H (compact bookshelf design).

  • Weight: ~10 lbs.


Notes


  • Rebranded model: Similar to other Japanese-made turntables of the era (e.g., CEC-built).

  • Common issues: Belt wear, cartridge replacement needed for better fidelity.

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