A high
fidelity turntable featuring simple, fool-proof operation.
The
easy-operation PL-12 stereophonic turntable combines all the quality features
you need for true hi-fi disc reproduction - the finest hysteresis synchronous
motor 9eliminating audible wow and flutter), and an extremely steady, reliable
belt-drive. Plus an improved head-shell that allows for easy cartridge
changing, an oil-damped tonearm elevator that treats your records ever so
gently, operated by a simple lever that raises and lowers the beautifully
balanced tonearm. Simple selection of either 33 ⅓ or 45 rmp, too. The
PL-12, despite its modest price, is a very satisfying component indeed.
Hysteresis
Synchronous Motor
The Model
PL-12 achieves a very high standard of performance despite its surprisingly
modest cost. It does this through the use of high quality parts such as the
vitally important motor. In the PL-12, it is a hysteresis synchronous type, the
only kind free from line voltage fluctuations, with the result that turntable
revolution is always rock-steady. Correct musical pitch is ensured. This type
of motor is also quietest in operation.
Belt-Drive
There are
several ways to convey the revolutions of the motor to the turntable - among
these the belt-drive is recognized as the best. The PL-12 employs a
long-lasting polyurethane belt that further contributes to the steady, reliable
performance of the turntable platter.
Cartridge
The PL-12
includes a moving magnet cartridge, the PC-11. it faithfully reproduces a
frequency range from 15 to 20,000 Hz. Stereo separation is excellent, with
distortion-free, clean sound. Like more expensive models, it allows for easy
changing of the stylus, the cartridge, even the cartridge shell itself. Simple
adjustment of the overhang is also possible.
The Utmost
Ease of Operation
One
of the best qualities of the PL-12 is its truly easy operation. A simple
2-position switch on the right gently raises and lowers the tonearm, and a
simple 2-position switch on the left lets you choose either 33 ⅓
or 45 rpm. The PL-12 is that rarity in the audio world - a true high fidelity
unit that even a child can operate with complete safety.
Specification
Motor: 4-pole hysteresis synchronous motor
Drive
System: Belt-driven
Speed: 33 ⅓ and 45 rpm
Turntable
Platter: 12" aluminium alloy
die-cast turntable
Signal-to-Noise
Ratio: better than 45 dB
Wow and
Flutter: less than 0,12% (WRMS)
Tonearm: Static-balanced type
Cartridge: PC-11 (moving magnet Type)
Stylus: PN-11 (0,6 mil dimond)
Frequency
Response: 15 - 20,000 Hz
Separation: better than 25 dB (1 kHz)
Load
Impedance: 50 - 100 k Ω (1 kHz)
Compliance: 10 x 10¯³ cm/dyne (100 Hz)
Stylus
Pressure: 2,5 to 3,5 grams
Output
Voltage: 5 mV (1 kHz, 50 mm/sec.)
Power
Requirements: 110 - 130 V, 220 - 240 V,
AC 50/60 Hz
Power
Consumption: 18,5 VA (12 W)
Dimensions
(W x H x D): 431 x 153 x 341 mm
(17" x 6" x 13 ½")
Weight: 6,1 kg (13,4 lbs)
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