Pioneer PL-A35 turntable

A fully automatic, belt-driven, professional-quality stereo turntable utilizing two precision motors and complete with induced magnet type cartridge.

The Pioneer PL-A353 is the perfect stereo turntable for the man about to invest in his first set of hi-fi components. But so precise and advanced are its features that an old hi-fi hand will more than feel at home with it. Designed for ease-of-operation as well as precision, the PL-A35 is fully automatic - from the playing of the record to auto-repeat and tonearm return at the end of the record. You'll never touch  the tonearm, your records get extra long-life protection. Additionally, this Pioneer unit features manual operation if you prefer even more precision. It has a double motor system for smooth, stable operation, comes complete with cueing device, anti-skating device, induced magnet type cartridge and diamond stylus. At its price, you'll look a long time to find its equal in performance and reliability. Because Pioneer performance and reliability is not easily duplicated.

Features

Professional performance yet effortless operation

This Pioneer model combines studio-quality performance with the operational ease of a fully automatic. Simply flick the function lever to Start position once, anf the tonearm will be automatically moved over and lowered onto the record and, at the end of the disc, will return automatically to its rest. One-touch Cut and Repeat features let you interrupt and repeat any rcord freely.

Synchronous motor and belt drive

The turntable platter is driven by a synchronous 4-pole motor of excellent stability independent from power voltage fluctuations. The drive belt is precision-finished on both sides, a feature that helpes reduce wow and flutter to an absolute minimum. (The tonearm is moved by a separate, geared motor.)

Anti-skating device

Model PL-A35 features an effective countermeasure against skating (excess pressure of the stylus against the inner wall of the record groove). The anti-skating device keeps the stylus correctly balanced in the groove and assures perfect tracking.

Directly readable tracking force adjustment

The tracking force is adjustable over a wide range so that practically any cartridge (with standard EIA plug) can be accommodated. The balance weight is equipped with a gauge for easy, direct reading of the tracking force.

High quality magnet-type cartridge supplied

The supplied cartridge, Pioneer model PC-50, is a magnetic type of very true-to-the-record sound quality and a frequency response from 10 to 25,000 Hz. Its stylus is a durable diamond type.

"free Hinge" Dust cover

The transparent dust cover is held by spring-loaded hinges and can be arrested in any desired position. If desired, it can be removed altogether.

Oiled walnut base

Adds an extra touch of value and elegance to your stereo installation.

Specifications

Motor:  4-pole synchronous motor (for platter drive), gear motor (for pick-up drive)

Speed:  33-⅓ and 45 rpm

Turntable Platter:  12" aluminum alloydie-cast

Wow and Flutter:  less than 0,10% (WRMS)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  better than 47 dB

Tonearm:  Static balance type pipe-arm S-shaped

Effective Arm Length:  221 mm

Cartridge:  PC-50 (induced magnet type)

Stylus:  PN-50 (0,5 mil diamond)

Frequency Response:  10 to 25,000 Hz

Channel Separation:  better than 25 dB (1,000 Hz)

Output Voltage:  3 mV (at 1,000 Hz , 5cm/sec)

Load Impedance:  50 k Ω

Dynamic Complance:  12 x 10¯⁶cm/dyne (at 100 Hz)

Tracking Force:  1,5 to 2,1 grams

Power Requirement:  110-130, 220-240 V

Power Consumption:  19 watts (max)

Dimensions (W x H x D):  480 x 183 x 415 mm (18-7/8" x 7-3/16" x 16-3/8")

Weight:  9 kg (19 lb 14 oz) net