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-driven mechanism with a frequency generator (FG) DC servo motor, providing stable and accurate platter rotation.
Speeds: Supports 33⅓ and 45 RPM with manual speed adjustment.
Platter: Large aluminum die-cast platter designed to minimize resonance and ensure smooth rotation.
Tonearm: Statically balanced tonearm, often made from magnesium or similar lightweight metals, with adjustable tracking force and anti-skate controls.
Operation: Fully automatic with features including automatic start, stop, and tonearm return.
Anti-Skating: Adjustable anti-skate mechanism to optimize cartridge tracking and reduce distortion.
Build Quality: Heavy and solid construction, with a total weight around 40 pounds (18 kg), contributing to vibration damping and playback stability.
Cartridge Compatibility: Compatible with standard moving magnet (MM) cartridges; often paired with Audio-Technica or similar cartridges.
Maintenance Notes: Common servicing includes belt replacement and lubrication of mechanical parts; detailed repair guides are available for similar Optonica models.
Additional Features: Includes strobe markings on the platter for speed calibration and user-friendly controls.