Dual 728Q turntable

Quartz PLL direct drive, fully automatic operation, and Dual's s exclusive Ultra Low Mass tonearm system

Dual exclusive features

ULM tonearm and cartridge system: less than 8 grams total effective mass

New XM300 alloy increases rigidity, reduces resonance

Hydrodynamic suspension system for tonearm, motor and platter

Turntable acoustic isolators minimize acoustic feedback and external shock

Tunable anti-resonance filter with viscous damping

HDC (High Damping Compound) housing provides high internal damping and suppresses external interference

Unique dust-cover hinges allow placement close to rear wall

 

The moment the ULM tonearms touches down on your record, you will appreciate what Dual engineers have accomplished. You will hear a purity of tone that has never before emerged from the grooves. Even if the record is warped.

 

The Ultra Low Mass. tonearm

The Dual straight-line tubular tonearm is suspended in a four-point gyroscopic gimbal which centers and balances the tonearm mass where it pivots. The vernier-adjustable counterbalance establishes zero balance with micrometer-like precision. A tempered flat-wound spring applies tracking force at the pivot - without increasing effective mass. The tonearm remains in perfect dynamic balance throughout play, even if the turntable is not level.

The ULM tonearm can accommodate cartridges weighing as little as two grams. ULM cartridges made to Dual specifications weight only 3,5 grams, including mounting bracket and hardware.

 

ULM is Dual's exclusive Ultra Low Mass tonearm and cartridge system with total effe3ctive mass less than 8 grams. That's less than half the mass of conventional tonearm and cartridge combinations.

This major breakthrough by Dual has been acclaimed throughout the audio industry, especially by the independent test labs.

These labs have begun to use warped records as 'real-life' test instruments

One lab, after making the usual measurements, also listened to a record played by the sme ULM tonearm and cartridge system. There is no way measurements, or mere words, can describe the acoustic presence, highs re crystalline, with a purity we haven't heard before. The bass is so clean that one can hear new sounds from records, such as the harmonic vibration of unplayed strings on the double bass, overall definition and transient response were outstanding.

 

Hydrodynamic suspension system

Radically new design floats the tonearm , motor and platter as one unit on four cylinders, each filled with special viscous fluid. This system absorbs virtually all spurious energy originating in sound waves as well as vibrations caused by footfalls or other movements in the room.

Two suspension systems

There are two separate and independent suspension systems, each highly effective in isolating the tonearm from acoustic feedback and other music-muddying interferences. The Hydrodynamics system floats the tonearm, motor and platter as one unit on four accordion-like shock absorbers, each filled with a special viscous fluid.

The second suspension system incorporates four tunable acoustic isolators where other turntables simply have feet. Each of these isolators is adjustable to provide maximum protection from either acoustic feedback or external shock. No more tip-toeing across the room to keep the tonearm from jumping. And no more cutting the bass to eliminate feedback.

 

Tunable anti-resonance filter

Like all other systems with mass and compliance, tonearms and cartridges tend to vibrate and cause undesirable resonances. These resonances cannot be entirely eliminated, but unless minimized they cause power-draining subsonic woofer-cone movements. You hear the results as muddy bass. Dual engineers have solved this problem with the unique tunable anti-resonance filter.

Housed in the counter-balance, the anti-resonance filter can be precisely tuned to match the tonearm to the mass and compliance of all available cartridges. The tonearm is made of the special new XM300 aluminum/magnesium alloy which increases rigidity and reduces resonance.

 

Ultra Low Mass

Hydrodynamic suspension, tunable acoustic isolators, tunable anti-resonance filter - all important contributions leading to perfection in record playback. And all Dual exclusives. Equally important, the materials, the quality control exemplify all that has made Dual precision and reliability so highly regarded throughout the world.

 

Specifications

Tonearm

Effective Length:  8-3/4"

Bearing Friction:  0,007 grams

Total Effective Mass (with ULM cartridge):  less than8 grams

Cartridge Weight Range:  2 - 9 grams

Minimum Tracking Force:  0,25 grams

Anti-skating System :  Callibred for all styli

Tunable Anti-resonance Filter: yes

Four-Point Gimbal:  yes

Motor and Platter

Motor Type:  Quartz PLL

Drive System:  Direct

Platter Size:  12"

Illuminated Strobe:  yes

Operations

Automatic Start and Stop:  yes

Manual Start and Stop:  yes

Damped Cue-control:  yes

Pitch-control Range:  11%

Rumble:  better than78 dB

Wow and Flutter: ±0,0225%

Dimensions:  17-1/2" x 15-3/16" x 5-1/12"

Luxman PD-272 turntable

Direct-Drive Turntable

A new direct-drive turntable from Luxman at a modest price. A brushless and slotless DC servo motor and a straight, low-mass tonearm offer superb Wow and Flutter no more than 0,03% and excellent Signal-to-Noise Ratio at 60 dB

Brushless and Slotless DC Servo Motor

Excellent woa and flutter characteristic together with stable rotation are assured by adopting a Brushless and Slotless DC Servo Motor in which slots are completely removed to eliminate unevenness of rotation caused by electro-magnetics, and further a turntable platter of high inertia makes it possible to distribute the large mass of platter weight around the outer contour.

Straight0Type Tonearm

A straight type tonearm is adopted to eliminate resonance caused by lack of intensity which tends to be found on the tonearm exclusively designed for high compliance type cartridge, and at the same time the root of the tonearm is of double-pipe structure to strengthen anti-resonance affect.

Further, the cartridge shell is integrated to the tonearm, thus resonance is suppressed down to the minimum. Also such problem as poor contact of cartridge terminals is removed.

 

Acrylic Dust Cover

For the dust cover, an acrylic resin is adopted which provides a very smooth surface and excellent characteristic against acoustic, feedback. The entire cover is detachable with semi-free-stop hinges.

Ultra Thin Type OI Core Transformer

An ultra thin type OI core transformer of the least-leakage flux, it adopted which is smoothly housed in the smart chassis. This contributes to the realization of stable rotation and excellent signal-to-noise ratio.

Platter Mat

The platter mat is so designed as to realize firm retention of the disc. To minimize unnecessary space between disc and platter mat, the plane is procured between the two by making the contour of platter mat suitable to that of disc.

Of course the platter mat not only damps discs but the platter itself thanks to high density rubber material, and further it is exactly inlaid to the turntable platter. The surface with special treatment ensures superb contact to discs.

 

Functions

A unique switch controls both power turn-on and turn-off and speed selection through the use of a single switch. A stroboscope of mirror reflex type, oil damped cueing system, anti-skating device etc, are all ideally arranged based upon human engineering considerations.

 

Specifications

Phono Motor Section

Driving System:  Direct-drive system

Motor:  DC servo brushless and slotless motor

Turntable Platter:  300 mm aluminium die-cast

Platter Weight:  1,8 kg including mat

Rotation:  33-⅓ and 45 rpm

Adjustable Range of Rotation:  ±4%

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  no less than 60 dB (IEC-B)

Wow and Flutter:  no better than 0,03% WRMS

Tonearm Section

Tonearm:  Straight arm of static balance type

Effective Length:  240 mm

Tracking Error:  +2° 13'; -1° 08'

Overhang:  15 mm

Cartridge Weight:  4 g - 11 g

Cartridge Height:  13,5 mm - 20,5 mm

Stylus Pressure:  0 - 3 g (direct reading)

Accessories:  Anti-skate Adjustment, Tonearm Elevation

Additional Features

Dust Cover:  Detachable with semi-freestop hinge

Insulator:  Height adjustable

Stroboscope:  Mirror-reflex type

General

Power Consumption:  5 W

Dimensions (W x H x D):  472 x 152 x 348 mm (18-37/64" x 6" x 13-45/64")

Weight:  10 kg (22 lbs) net

 

Lenco L78 turntable

The new Lenco L78 is a further development of the proven L75 and can be counted amongst the top rank of transcription quality turntable units. All the requirements of DIN 45500 are exceeded and the technical innovations increase the sound quality and also simplify the operation of the unit.

The drive through the 4-pole motor and the conical spindle allows for infinitely variable speed adjustment. The pick-up arm, which can be balanced out in every plane, has low inertia and a friction-free movement through its knife edged bearings and adjustable stylus pressure from 0,5-5 grams and assures faultless reproduction with minimum record wear. The pick-up arm is raised from the record automatically at the end of play. The chassis is fitted with four viscously damped mounting springs which can be adjusted for levelling the unit. Due to a built-in friction the hinged dust cover of the L78 will stay open in any position down to 20°

 

Features

The Lenco L 78 Record player is a precision instrument of true Hi-Fi quality which will satisfy even the most demanding music lover.

The instrument can be used for stereo as well as monophonic listening.

The usual speeds of 16%/s, 33'/s, 45 and 78 RPM can be pre-set in click-stops and the speed can also be varied continuously from 30—86 RPM.

The light tonearm of the L 78 is a first-class example of fine mechanical precision, and guarantees clear, undistorted sound reproduction, with the greatest possible protection for your records. The tonearm is lowered onto the record by a hydraulically damped lowering device — thereby eliminating the possibility of record or needles being damaged whilst putting the tonearm onto the record.

The unit is SEV, DEMKO, NEMKO, SEMKO and CSA tested and approved.

 

 

Technical Description

The very silent 4-pole motor (44) is spring mounted onto a rigid steel baseplate. The dynamically balanced turntable is made of die-cast zinc, and weighs 4 kg.

The power is transmitted from the conical motor shaft (43) to the turntable by a rubber covered idler wheel (41). The speed is changed by moving the idler wheel on the motor shaft.

The miniature ball-bearings fitted into the tonearm allow for a free sideways movement, and the knifeedge bearing keeps friction to a minimum.

An adjustable sliding weight (5) enables one to set the stylus pressure exactly to suit the cartridge being used. An automatic brake (23) comes into operation when the turntable is switched off.

All tonearms can be supplied with the anti-skating device (3, 28, 29).

Every L78 Is supplied with a centre piece for records with a large centre hole, a stroboscope disc for exact setting of speed, a stylus-adjusting gauge for accurate setting of stylus overhang, a set of shock-absorbing mounting supports anda cut out template (only required for chassis model).

 

Specifications

Shut-oof Switch

The L78 features a new mechanical shut-off which switches off the unit and raises the pick-up arm at the end of the record. This shut-off mechanism can be disconnected if not required, for example for language courses, by turning the knob to "manual"

Motor:  4-pole motor with conical spindle

Speeds:

Turntable speed infinitely variable between 30 and 86 rpm with locations for:  16-2/3, 33-⅓, 45 and 78 rpm

Wow and Flutter:  ±0,11% (±0,06% weighted to DIN 45507)

Hum Level for magnetic cartridges:  -60 dB

Rumble Weighted (DIN 45539):  -60 dB

Speed change for a 10% change in main voltage :  ±0,2%

Maximum deviation of speed using a cartridge tracking at 6 p 0,3%

Pick-up Arm

Pick-up arm with counterweight, with knife-edged bearings

Adjustable stylus pressure from 0,5-5 g

Removable plug-in shell of light metal to accommodate all pick-up cartridges

Total Length of Arm:  314 mm

Tracking distance between vertical spindle and turntable spindle:  210 mm

Stylus Overhang:  17,1 mm

Adjustment for Stylus Position:  12 mm

Tracking Angel:  23° 12'

Tracking Error wit correct setting for stylus:  ±0,8°

General: 

Dynamically balanced turntable

Hydraulically damped lowering arm for pick-up

Viscously damped mounting springs

Power Requirements:  110 V, 220 V at 50 Hz (switchable) and 110 V at 60 Hz

Dimensions

Baseplate of 2 mm thick steel :  385 x 330 mm

Height required above baseplate :  55 mm

Depth required below baseplate :  75 mm

Turntable diameter :  312 mm

Weights

Balanced die-cast zinc turntable :  4 kg

Total weight of chassis :  8,5 kg

Total weight of chassis with packing :  10,5 kg

Total weight with plinth and cover :  12,00 kg

Total weight with plinth and cover and packing :  15,2 kg

 

Lenco B52 turntable

Features

The Lenco B 52 record player is a precision unit of true Hi-Fi quality which will satisfy even the most demanding of music lovers

The instrument can be used for stereo as well as monaural listening

The speed can be set at the usual click-in stops of 16-2/3, 33-⅓, 45 and 78 rpm, and additionally can be adjusted continuously from 30 to 86 rpm

The light tonearm of the B52 is a first class feat of fine mechanical precision, and guarantees a clear, undistorted sound reproduction, with the greatest possible protection for your records. The tonearm is lowered onto the record by the operating a semi-automatic hand-switch, which eliminates the possibility of records or needles being damaged whilst putting the tonearm onto the record.

The unit is SEV, DEMKO, NEMKO, SEMKO and CSA tested and approved.

 

Technical Description

The very silent 4-pole motor (20) is spring mounted onto a rigid sheet steel baseplate. The 2mm thick, heavy sheet steel turntable rests on a conical shaped spindle which lies in an elongated bearing armature with steel bearings.

The power is transmitted from the conical axle to the turntable by the rubber covered idler wheel.

The change of speeds is brought about by moving the idler-wheel on the motor axle.

The miniature ball-bearings fitted into the tonearm allows for a free sidewards movement, and the knife edge balance allows an amount of free vertical movement with the minimum amount of friction.

An adjustable sliding weight enables one to set the Pressure weight exactly to suit the cartridge being used, as well as to balance the tonearm statically.

Every B 52 is supplied with a centre piece for records with a large centre hole, a stroboscope disc for exact setting of the speed, a needle regulating gauge for setting the pick-up system, a set of shock mount supports and a build-in template (only required for chassis model)

 

 

Thorens TD-403 DD turntable

Direct drive turntable with Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge

Features

Stable and super silent direct drive

THORENS TP 150 tonearm

Detachable SME Headshell

Massive 1.4 kg and 22mm-thick Die-cast aluminum platter

Pre installed cartridge Ortofon 2 M Blue

 

 

 

With the new model TD 403 DD Thorens completes the line of direct drive plug-and-play turntables of the 400 series. Visually a true Thorens, the new TD 403 DD features the same proven smooth-running direct drive as the successful TD 402 DD, but sets itself apart from its smaller brother with a more massive 1.4 kg and 22mm-thick Die-cast aluminum platter and the TP 150 audiophile tonearm also used in the new TD 1500 model.

 

A high-quality and pre-adjusted 2M Blue cartridge from Danish cartridge specialist Ortofon is also supplied as standard. This proves to be an adequate playing partner due to its naked diamond with elliptical stylus.

 

The new TP 150 tonearm is also used on the newly introduced Thorens TD 1500 model and is similar to the TP 124 used on the new TD 124 DD. It has an effective mass of 14 grams, is adjustable in height and azimuth and is equipped with a standard SME connector, so headshells can easily be switched or other cartridges mounted.

The anti-skating is set by a sliding weight in the base of the arm, which is adjusted on a nylon thread guided over a ruby bearing.

 

Specifications

Function:  manual record player

Drive System:  Direct drive

Motor:  DC motor 24V

Speeds:  33-1/3, 45 rpm.

Speed Select:  electronical

Platter:  12“ / 1,4 kg Die-cast aluminum platter with 22 mm hight

Tonearm:  Thorens TP 150 with SME headshell

Cartridge:  Ortofon 2M Blue with nude elliptical stylus

Phono Preamplifier:  no

Anti-Skating:  Anti-skating weight, which is adjusted on a nylon thread guided over a ruby bearing

Shut Off:  no

Power Supply:  External power supply 24V DC

Dimensions (W x H x D):  420 x 150 x 360 mm

Weight:  7,2 kg

Finish:  Black high gloss, walnut high gloss, top board aluminum

 

Garrard 40 Mk II turntable

Built to Garrard's highest standards, this handsomely designed 4-speed unit is actually an exceptionally compact automatic turntable at the price of an ordinary record charger.

It was designed to introduce a new concept of performance and versatility to systems where space must be considered. Despite its modest price, dealers large and small, in all parts of the country, have included its predecessor in the overwhelming majority of advertised music systems which they preselect. These dealers are aware that they can combine the 40 MkII with the finest amplifiers, receivers and speakers, and offer them to their most discriminating customers assured that it will be compatible and an enduring credit to their judgement.

The widespread dealer confidence which this Garrard model type has earned, is an significant as the impressive list of features which the 40 MkII offers. This is the lowest priced Garrard automatic turntable, but all Garrards must meet the same high standards of quality. The 40 MkII may be purchased with complete assurance that it will serve its purpose admirably, operating with utmost reliability from the beginning, and for years to come.

 

Shell is lightweight cut away type with extended finger lift for safety in handling. It plugs in, accommodates widest personal choice of cartridges, can be removed from the arm instantly to change cartridge or service stylus

Stylus pressure adjusted with simple, accessible finger touch device, for correct tracking force, according to the cartridge manufacturers specifications

Graceful cast aluminum tone arm is counterbalanced - first time this type of arm has been available in a popular priced unit. This feature alone gives the 40 Mk II particular significance - an automatic in the economy field which can track high quality cartridges for finer sound reproduction

Super sensitive trip, with Dupont Delrin to offset friction, operates with any high compliance pick up at correct minimal tracking force

Garrard 4-pole shaded "Induction Surge" motor, with dynamically balanced rotor, shielded from hum. Constant speed assured, free from vibration.

Oversized turntable with handsome mat is reminiscent of previous Garrard models in a considerably higher price echelon

Two spindles - a convenient short spindle for playing single records manually; an interchangeable center drop spindle for automatic play when desired. Spindles remove for safety and convenience when taking records off the turntable. In automatic position, 40 Mk II intermixes records of any size or sequence

 

Specifications

Record Speeds:  16-2/3; 33-⅓; 45 and 78 rpm

Power Requirements:  100 - 130 Volts, 60 cycles AC (50 cycle pulley available)

Cabinet dimensions: (W x D x H) 14-7/8" x 12-1/2" x 4-5/8" (and 2-7/8" below motor board)

 

BIC 940 turntable

B.I.C. has been a leader in the U.S high fidelity industry since 1937 and over the years has sold and serviced hundreds of thousands of fine turntables

Out of this experience a new turntable concept evolved. Quite simply it is a Multiple Play Manual Turntable, comparable in performance with the best turntables now available, and which incorporates automatic and multiple play features without sacrificing performance. It is a belt-drive turntable - belt drive a simple, quiet, wow-free method of turning the platter and isolating it from the motor.

It incorporates a program panel which allows the turntable to be operated in 3 modes;

1-As a single-play manual

2-As a single-play automatic in which the turntable cycles and shuts off at the touch of a button and will play one selection as many as 6 times automatically

3-As a multiple-play turntable that will play as many as 6 records in sequence

The B.I.C. motor is a low-speed (300 rpm) 24-pole synchronous motor as opposed to the 1800 rpm motors found in the majority of changers and automatics today.

Other evidences of design sophistication include isomer shock mounts (instead of springs), an extremely low profile , and a feather-touch cycle button which requires anly 90 gm pressure.

 

The B.I.C. 940 , in addition to the features noted above, has a low-mass tone arm which incorporates vertical tracking force adjustment in the isolated counter weight. Anti-skating is adjusted by a knob on the program panel. The tone arm is the equal of the most sophisticated available. It will track any cartridge, CD-4 included, at the lowest setting recommended by the manufacturer. Cueing is viscous damped up and down.

Performance is comparable with other manual turntables which are much more ex[pensive. The Model 940 is designed to function with as fine a system as you choose to assemble and yet is priced modestly enough to be a logical choice for any system being put together on a strict budget.

 

The B-l-C Multiple Play Manual Turntable represents the culmination of many years of engineering design effort directed towards the development of a superior manual turntable equipped with automatic, multiple record playing facilities.

Its drive system utilizes a slow speed (300 rpm) 24 pole synchronous motor, and belt drive, previously found only in fine manual turntables. This results in significantly reduced rumble, wow and flutter since idler-pulleys are totally eliminated. The Model 940 maintains precise speed over a wide range of power line voltages, since its motor’s rotational rate is determined solely by power line frequency (50 Hz or 60 Hz).

The tonearm system features minimal friction bearings, low mass and resonance, stylus force, and tonearm balancing and an isolated counterweight to maintain optimal tracking force from the first to last record played. Another exclusive feature, a pivotable cartridge shell, permits easy cartridge installation.

The programmer system eliminates the inherent shortcomings of conventional turntables because its action is independent of erratic spindle-sensing mechanisms or dimensional variations of records. The programmer allows for totally manual play or automatic play of single records, repeat playing of single records, programmed play of up to six records, or automatic play of multiple records with programmed repeatability of the last record, all by means of a single touch button.

The suspension system has been designed to prevent mechanical or acoustic vibration coupling, thereby permitting you to take full advantage of the wide dynamic musical range now available in modern disc recordings.

 

Features:

The Model 940 is wired for 117 volts, 60 cycle operation in the United States. The unit is compatible with 50 cycle operation and can be easily converted. On the underside of all units is a code tag which lists electrical specifications. The Model 940 requires a 50 cycle pulley. This part is available through your dealer or from British Industries Co. Detailed information is supplied with each 50 cycle kit. For operation on 220 volts, contact your local dealer or service center for a suitable step-down transformer and conversion.

Cartridge Mounting Screws The Model 940 is supplied with several pairs of machine screws,

No. 3-48 American standard machine screws.

Belt The drive belt used is made to exact specifications for maximum performance. If ever a new belt is required, we highly recommend that you purchase the genuine, exact factory replacement as inferior replacement belts will seriously downgrade the performance of your unit. This is also available through your local dealer or British Industries Co.

Motor B-l-C Turntables incorporate a 24-pole, 300 rpm motor of outstanding characteristics.

The design nature of this motor insures many trouble-free hours of listening pleasure and very seldom, if ever, requires maintenance or lubrication.

Speed The Model 940 will play records recorded at 33-1/3 and 45 rpm.

Record Size Twelve inch 33-1/3 rpm records may be stacked and played automatically on the automatic spindle supplied with the unit. Seven inch 45 rpm records may be stacked and played automatically on the optional automatic 45 rpm adaptor, Stock No. A-2.

All other size 33-1/3 and 45 rpm records can, of course, be played manually.

Maximum Number of Records B-l-C Turntables accept and play up to six records automatically.

Cartridge B-l-C Turntables will accept any cartridge manufactured at the time of this writing, and will track at the lightest force recommended by cartridge manufacturer.

Cable Capacitance The total cable capacitance (all wiring) of the Model 940 is less than 125 pf and, therefore, is perfectly compatible with Discrete Four Channel records (CD-4).

 

Specifications

Tonearm:  Tubular aluminum mounted in die-cast platform

Tonearm Pivots: 

Vertical :  needle bearings pivoting in hardened ball bearing race. Friction, less than 5 mg

Horizontal :  brass shaft atop lateral ball bearing race Friction 6-8 mg

Tonearm Length:  216,2 mm (pivot to stylus)

Tracking Error:  0,35° / inch max.

Tonearm Effective Mass:  18 grams (resonance less than 9 Hz)

Counterweight:  one piece machined die-casting isolated from arm by elastomeric damper with built-in stylus force indicator

Tracking Force Range:  0 - 4 grams in .25 gm increments

Anti-skate range:  continuously variable from 0 - 4 gms in 1 gm increments

Cueing:  damped both directions

Cartridge Shell Connection:  rotated for cartridge installation

Tonearm Wiring Capacities:  less than 20 pf per channel

Motor:  24-pole 300 rpm synchronous, impedance protected

Drive:  precise ground elastomer belt

Start-up:  full speed in less than ⅓ revolution

Speeds:  33-⅓ and 45 rpm

Platter:  12" non-ferrous mechanical die-casting

Rumble (DIN):  better than -65 dB

Wow and Flutter (WRMS):  better than .05%

Program System:  can operate as single play manual, repeat single up to 6 times, or play up to 6 records automatically.

Record Support:  two points system

Shock Mounts:  4 isomer mounts

Record Size (Auto play):  7" (45 rpm) - 12" (33-⅓ rpm)

Manual Spindle:  Non-rotating - optional rotating spindle available

Audio Cable Capacitance:  less than 20 pf per foot . Compatible with CD-4

Power Requirements:  105 - 130 V AC, 60 Hz  - 50 cycle adaptability

Dimensions

B.I.C. Turntables must be mounted on the official B.I.C. B20 or WB20 bases

Unit off Base (W x H x D):  15-7/8" x 6-9/16" x 12-11/16"

Unit on Base without Dust Cover (W x H x D):  17-1/16" x 6-9/16" x 14-11/16"

Unit on Base with Dust Cover Raised (W x H x D): 17-1/16" x 7" x 14-11/16"

Weight( Shipping):  11 lbs

 

Luxman PX-99 turntable

Semi-Automatic Direct Drive Turntable

With the PX-99, Luxman has combined the most important features and performance with a striking and simple design.

The motor is direct drive, and has no noisy mechanical linkages and resonance-prone parts. It's also a quartz-locked motor, assuring you of accurate speed and stability.

The tonearm represents a new generation of low-mass, low-friction Luxman designs. It is statically balanced so you can adjust tracking force with exceptional accuracy. The headshell is low in mass, rigid, and removeable. And because the PX-99 is semi-automatic, the tone arm lifts off the record at the end of play, and allows the PX-99 to shut itself off.

A unique feature of the PX-99, when used with Luxman KX-Series cassette deck, the Auto Pause Output puts the cassette deck in the pause mode when the record has reached the end of play.

The PX-99 pays attention to everything that's critical in turntable design. Rumble is inaudible. Wow and Flutter can hardly even be measured. Tracking ability is flawless.

 

Features:

Optical Sensing Arm Lift System - when record playback is finished, the tonearm automatically lifts and shuts off the motor because the optical circuit senses the lift-off point, it makes no mechanical contact with the tonearm at all while playing records, so operation is smooth and accurate

Auto Lift Control Switch - the Auto Lift Control is useful for playback of records with a music groove engraved very close to the label. The tonearm is designed so it will not lift off, even at the innermost part of the disc.

New Static Balanced Straight-Light Tonearm - the PX-99's long straight arm has better trackability than the regular short S-shaped arm used on most turntables. It also has very low mass and low resonance. The Low Mass Arm realizes accurate sound reproduction even from high dynamic range, digitally recorded records.

Auto Disc Pause - when activated  a built-in circuit of the PX-99 automatically places your accompanying KX-100, KX-101 or KX-102 cassette deck in the pause mode from the record mode, when the record being taped reaches the end of play. Allows you to leave the system unattended while taping.

 

Specifications:

Turntable

Drive System:  Direct-drive

Motor:  Quartz Locked DC Servo Motor

Speed: 33-⅓ and 45 rpm

Platter: 300 mm aluminum diecast

Platter Wight:  1,6 kg

Wow and Flutter:  0,03% WRMS

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  70 dB (DIN-B)

Tonearm

Type:  Static balance type straight tube arm

Material:  Aluminum

Effective Length:  214 mm

Overhang:  15 mm

Cartridge Height:  17 mm

Stylus Pressure:  0 to 3 g

Headshell:  Detachable (accepts Luxman head shell only)

General

Power Consumption:  9 watts

Dimensions (W x H x D):  440 x 148 x 350 mm (17-3/8" x 5-13/16" x 13-3/4")

Weight (net):  6,5 kg (14 lb 3 oz)

 

Cybernet CP-300Q turntable

Quartz Control Direct Drive Semi-Automatic Turntable

You can hear the difference in a Cybernet component. That's because Cybernet is a world leader and innovator in the field of electronics and designs all of its audio products to very exacting specifications. And that's why, whichever Cybernet component you purchase, you can be assured of excellent performance, incredibly accurate sound, high reliability and long life.

 

Quartz Control, Direct-Drive System

The CP-300Q combines one of the finest systems of rotational accuracy - quartz control direct-drive - with the exceptional convenience of front panel operation

The system starts with a full-cycle FG (Frequency Generator) servo motor. It incorporates full IC design for outstanding performance and reliability. With quartz control, you're assured of incredible rotational accuracy it any possible trace of speed drift is detected, corrective torque is immediately applied. The specifications verify the turntable's exceptional performance. Wow and Flutter is very low 0,05% WRMS, Signal-to-Noise Ratio is an inaudible -68 dB DIN-B. the result is sound quality true to the original source. And with front panel control, everything is right where you want it.

 

Semi-Automatic Turntable Control

To start operation of the CP-300Q, place the tonearm on the record surface. From there on, everything is totally automatic. When the end of a record is reached, the tonearm lifts up, returns to the rest position, and the turntable motor is shut-off. You won't have to worry about the stylus getting caught in the lead-out grooves of the record, which can happen with manual-type turntables. The result is less wear on your stylus, records and turntable.

 

Front Panel Controls for Optimum Convenience

The important operating controls of the CP-300Q are right on the turntable's front panel, making operation extremely easy and convenient. A speed selector provides a choice of two speeds; 33-⅓ and 45 rpm. A variable pitch control and illuminated stroboscope allow speed variations by up to ±4 %. Raising the pitch control knob allows the Quartz system to be removed. A "reject" button provides automatic return of the tonearm anytime during record play. And all these controls can be operated even when the dust cover is closed giving added protection to your records.

 

Low Mass, Tubular Aluminum Tonearm

The tonearm is of straight, tubular aluminum construction for excellent damping of outside vibrations. Its low-mass design, and finely machined, low-friction bearings, provide excellent tracking ability and exceptional sound quality.

 

High Feedback Resistance

The CP-300Q features base construction incorporating individual rubber feet to isolate any source of mechanical or acoustical feedback. By effectively resisting outside vibrations, the result is clean, accurate sound reproduction.

 

Smooth Tonearm Set-Down with Viscous-Damped Cueing

The cueing system is viscous oil-damped, allowing smooth, gradual descent of the tonearm. Operated with the manual cueing lever located next to the tonearm, oil-damping provides greater precision, reduced needle bounce and less chance of record damage.

 

Pitch Control with Illuminated Stroboscope

The CP-300Q provides (by pulling up the pitch control knob) a variable pitch control for both 33-⅓ and 45 rpm speeds. In combination with the easy -to-read illuminated stroboscope you can vary the speed up to ±4%. This lets you speed up or slow down a record, allowing alignments of pitch for any accompanying instrument.

 

Other Features

Hinged, spring-loaded detachable dust cover

45 rpm adaptor

Low-static rubber turntable mat

 

Specifications

Turntable Section

Type:  Quartz Control Direct-drive Semi-automatic turntable

Motor:  Magnet Field DC, FG Servo Controlled Motor

Turntable Platter:  310 mm aluminum diecast

Turntable Speeds:  33-⅓ and 45 rpm

Wow and Flutter:  0,05% WRMS

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  -68 dB, rated (DIN-B)

Tonearm Section

Type:  Straight, aluminum tubular tonearm with adjustable counterweight, calibrated anti-skating adjustment, viscous-damped cueing

Effective Length:  213 mm

Adjustable Tracking:  Direct-reading scale

Overhang:  16 mm

Acceptable Cartridge Weight:  4 - 16 grams

General

Power Requirements:  AC 120 V, 220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption:  5 W

Dimensions (W x H x D):  420 x 133 x 382 mm (16-9/16' x 5-1/4" x 15-1/16")

Weight:  6 kg (13 lbs)