SD -900/E+ Improved SuperCartridgePrice $225Type Moving coilStylus Vital; 0.3 x 0.7 milTrack. force 1.2 to 1.7 gramsCompliance 20 x 10' cm/dyne lateral; 20 x 10

cm/dyne verticalOutput 0.2 mV at 5 cm/sec at 1 kHzResponse 10 Hz to 50 kHz, ±3 dBSeparation 30 dB (1 kHz)Vert. angle 20 degreesFeatures Requires step-up transformer

SM-100/Mk. IIPrice $70Type Moving magnetStylus Elliptical; 0.3 x 0.8 milTrack. force 1 to 2 gramsCompliance 25 x 10-' cm/dyne lateral; 20 x 10

cm/dyne vertical2.5 mV at 5 cm/sec at 1 kHz18 Hz to 22 kHz, ±2 dB32 dB (1 kHz)20 degrees47K ohms; 300 pF

OutputResponseSeparationVert. angleRecom. load

Models also availableSD-900/Mk. II, $350; SD -901/E+Super, $175; SM-100/Mk. III, $90

TECTRONAlpha Group, Inc.7321 Victoria Park Ave., Unit 2Markham, Ontario L3R 2Z8

TC-10Price $199.95Weight 8.5 gramsType Moving coilStylus 0.3 x 0.8 mil 0.15 Solid DiamondTrack. force 1.5, ± 0.2gCompliance 15 lateral; 10-' verticalOutput 0.2 mV at 5cm/sec at 1 kHzResponse 10 Hz to 50 kHzSeparation 25 dB (1 kHz)Vert. angle 45 degreesFeatures Pre -mounted on headshell; styluscleaner fluid included; 5 -year exchange on car-tridge body

T -211EPrice $99.95Weight 6.2 gramsType Moving magnetStylus 0.3 x 0.7 milTrack. force 1.5 to 2.5 gramsCompliance 12 lateral; 10' verticalOutput 4 mV at 5 cm/sec at 1 kHzResponse 20 Hz to 20 kHzSeparation 25 dB (1 kHz)Features Premounted on headshell, styluscleaner fluid included, 5 -year exchange on car-tridge body

T -812HPriceWeightTypeStylusTrack. forceComplianceOutputResponse

N/A6 gramsMoving magnet0.5 mil2 to 3.5 grams10 lateral; 10-4 vertical10 mV at 5 cm/sec at 1 kHz20 Hz to 20 kHz

Seperation 23 dB (1 kHz)Features Premounted on headshell; stylusclearer fluid included; 5 -year exchange on car-tridge body

Models also availableT-71255, $179.95; T -712E,$139.95; T -211S, $84.95; T -812C,N/A; T -812E, N/A; T -712S, N/A;T -712H, N/A; T -512E, N/A; 1-512S, N/A; T-512SS, N/A

THORENSEpicure Products, Inc.25 Hale St.Newburyport, Mass. 01950

TMC-63, TMC-70Price $465Type Moving coilStylus Fine line; 0.3 milTrack. force 2 to 3 gramsCompliance 12 x 10-4 cm/dyne lateral; 12 x 10

" cm/dyne verticalOutput 0.25 mV at 1 cm/sec at 1 kHzResponse 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±2 dBSeparation 25 dB (1 kHz)Vert. angle 20 degreesRecom. load 22 ohmsFeatures The TMC-63 is mounted in Thorensplug-in arm for TD -126 Mk. III; TMC-70 is mountedin Thorens plug-in arm for TD -110, TD -115

Models also availableTPO-63, TPO-70, $175

YAMAHAYamaha International Corp.P.O. Box 6600Buena Park, Calif. 90620

MC -7

PriceWeightTypeStylusTracK. forceCompliance

OutputResponseSeparation

Vert angleRecom. loadFeatures

$1205.7 gramsMoving coilElliptical1.2 to 1.8 grams35 x 10 ' to cm/dyne lateral; 15 x10 cm/dyne vertical0.3 mV at 5 cm/sec at 1 kHz10 Hz to 20 kHz28 dB (1 kHz); 20 dB, 20 Hz to 20kHz20 degrees100 ohmsSendust-core armature

Models also availableMC -1X, $270 (unmounted; MC -1S,$220)

Turntables

ADCBSR (USA) Ltd.Route 303Blauvelt, N.Y. 10913

Accutrac 3500RVC*Price $400Dimensions 63/41-I x 171/4W x 16DWeight 16 lbs. 8 oz. (net)Type ChangerSpeeds 33; 45Speed adj. f3%Motor type 24 -pole, 300 -rpm synchronous ACDrive type BeltRumble -66 dB (DIN B)Wow/flutter 0.4% (WRMS)Cueing YesTrack. force 0 to 4 gramsAntiskating 0 to 4 gramsResonance 10 to 12 Hz (with ADC LMA-3 car-

tridge)Headshell FixedFeatures Computerized memory bank forelectronic track selection (6 records); wirelessremote control including volume; Accuglidetransport system

3001

Price $249.95 (tonearm not included)Dimensions 3H x 183/aW x 141/4DWeight 22 lbs. (net)Type ManualSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Speed adj. f5% (with strobe)Motor type Electronically -controlled DC

brushless motorDrive type DirectRumble -70 dB (DIN B)Wow/flutter 0.03% (DIN -weighted)Features Universal tonearm mounting capa-bility; 3 lbs. 2 oz. dynamically balanced die-castaluminum platter

Models also available1700DD, $280; 1600DD, $230;1510FG, 190

AIWAAiwa America350 Oxford DriveMoonachie, N.J. 07074

LP -3000Price $1,000

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DimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor type

Drive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueing

5 15/16H x 1815/16Wx 175/16D33 lbs. 3 oz. (net)Fully automatic33 1/3; 45±6%Pulse synthesizer quartz-PLLservoDirect-75 dB (DIN B)0.025% (WRMS) (JIS)Yes

Track. force 0 P;) 3 gramsTrack. error 0 degreeHeadshell RemovableFeatures St-aight-line tracking; linear tracearm; automatic programming; auto repeat forwardand back skipping; cue and review; pause; optionalremote control. quartz -locked speed control

AP-D3OH

Price $220Dimensions 41/sH x 163/4W x 143/eDWeight 15 lbs. 3 oz. (net)Type SemiautomaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Speed adj. ±3%Motor type 2 -phase, 10 -pole DC servomotorDrive type DirectWow/flutter 0.035%Cueing YesTrack. force 0 to 4 gramsAntiskating YesTrack. error +3, -1.5 degreesHeadshell RemovableCart. mass 3.5 to 8 gramsFeatures Unique space -saving design; multi -voltage linear torque motor; high sensitivity S-shaped tonearm; rec sync operation; damped cue-ing; free -stop dust cover; stroboscope design foreasy reading

Models also availableAF -2600, $400, AP-D5OU, $350

AKAIAkai America, Ltd.2139 E. Del Amo Blvd.P.O. Box 6010Compton, Calif. 90224

AP -307PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutter

AP -D40PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeWow/flutter

19141 Edition

$2806 3/10H x 17 3/5W x 14D19 lbs. (net)Fully automatic33 1/3; 45± 2.5%Quartz lockDirect; quartz lock; fully automatic-70 dB (DIN B)0.035% (DIN)

$169.9551/2H x 17 3/10W x 5 9/10D12 lbs. (net)Fully automatic33 1/3; 45±5%DC servoDirect0.047% (DIN); 0.033% (JIS)

Cueing yr7.s

Antiskating

Models also availableAP -060, $219.95; AP -207, $200;AP -050, $189.95; AP -D30, $150;AP -810C, $100; AP -B20 $99.95

AUDIOLOGICRandix Industries Ltd.991 BroadwayAlbany, N.Y. 12204

LX -500PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsMotor typeDrive typeCueingTrack. forceAntiskatingHeadshell

$89.9561/2H x 17W x 14D11 lbs. 8 oz. (net)Fully automatic33 1/3; 45; 78 rpm4 -pole synchronousIcier rim driveYes2 to 5 gramsAdjustableFixed

AUDIONICSAudionics of OregonSuite 200, Computran Bldg.5150 S.W. Griffith DriveBeaverton, Ore. 97005

LK-1

PriceTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeRumbleWow/flutter

$697Manual33 1/3; 45f10%DC brushless Hall -Effect-70 dB0 05%

Features Base, platter and acoustic canopyall made from Resanon, a non -resonant urethanethat is antistatic; comes without tonearm

BANG & OLUFSENBang & Olufsen of America,Inc.515 Busse RoadElk Grove Village, III. 60007

BeogramPriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor type

Drive typeRumbleWow/flutter

4004$8954H x 19W x 143/4D24 lbs. 3 oz. (net)Fully automatic33 1/3; 45±3%Tach DC for platter; separate DCservo for tonearmBelt-65 dB dB (DIN B)0 025% (WRMS)

Cueing YesTrack. force 0 to 2 gramsCable capac. 150 pFAntiskating Not applicable; tangential trackingFesonance 13 Hz (with MMC-20EN cartridge)Track. error 0.04 degreeHeadshell NoneFeatures Price includes MMC-20EN car-tridge, base, and dust cover; opto-electronicallycontrolled tangentially -tracking tonearm; pen-dulum/leaf-spring suspension

Beogram 1700

PriceC imensi dnaWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeCrive typeFumbleWow/flutter

$39531/2H x 171/4W x 13D3 lbs. 13 oz. (net)Fully automatic33; 45±3%Servo -controlled DCBelt-62 dB (DIN)+0.045%

Track. force 1 to 1.5 gramCable capac. 120 pFantiskating YesTrack. e-ror 0.126 degree/cmFeatures Includes MMC-20EN cartridge

Models also availableBeogram 3400, $495; Beogram1600 $325

B.I.C.B.I.C., AvnetSouth Service RoadWestbury, N.Y. 11590

80ZPriceCrimensipnsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive ty DeFumble

$239.9563/4H x 183/4W x 151/4021 lbs. (net)Changer33 1/3; 45±3%24 -pole synchronous AC servoBelt-70 dB (DIN B)

Wow/flutter 0.05% (WRMS)Eff. arm mass12 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0 to 3 gramsCable capac. 125 pF

niiskating 0 to 3 gramsFesonance 12 Hz (with Shure M-91ED car-

tridge)Track. e-ror 0.27 degree

eadshell RemovableCart. mass 0 to 9 gramsFeatures Digital drive system with readout;integrated removable headshell/tonearm; jeweledtonearm bearings

Micro 350Frice $129.95Cimensipns 61/2H x 16W x 14DWeight 13 lbs. (net)Type ChangerSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Speed adj. ±3%Motor type 24 -pole. 300 -rpm synchronousCrive type Belt

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Rumble -64 dB (DIN B)Wow/flutter 0.08% (DIN)Eff. arm mass8 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0 to 4 gramsCable capac. 125 pFAntiskating YesResonance 14 Hz (with M-84 cartridge)Headshell FixedCart. mass 0 to 9 gramsFeatures Micro mass tonearm system; ma-chined strobe turntable with variable speed

Models also available60Z, $179.95; 40Z, $149.95; Micro250, $109.95; Micro 150X, $99.95

BSRBSR (USA), Ltd.Route 303Blauvelt, N.Y. 10913

XR-50PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsMotor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueingTrack. forceAntiskatingResonance

$20017 13/16H x 141/2W x 63/4D14 lbs. (net)Changer33 1/3; 45AC synchronousBelt-66 dB0.04%Yes2 to 4 grams0 to 4 grams10 to 12 Hz (with ADC QLM-32cartridge supplied)

Headshell FixedFeatures Infrared total remote includingvolume control select records in desired order; Ac-cuglide' record transport system

PRO SERIES

PRO 300

PriceTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.CueingFeaturestion digital display

$299.95Fully automatic33 1/3; 45Quartz -phase FG DCYesQTX-3 remote control; multi-func-

QUANTA SERIES

60MXPrice $89.95Type Fully automaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Motor type 4 -pole dynamically balancedCueing YesFeatures J -type tonearm; comes with ADCQLM 30 Mk. IIIB cartridge

Models also availablePRO 200, $249.95; 450-SX, $100;400, $100; 70MX, $109.95; 50MX,$79.95; 25CX, $64.95

CALIBRECBS Retail Stores1301 65th St.Emeryville, Calif. 94608

360PriceDimensionsTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutterTrack. forceTrack. errorFeatures

$1957H x 17Y4W x 131/2DSemiautomatic33 1/3; 45±5% (strobe)DC servoDirect-70 dB (DIN B)0.035% (DIN)0 to 3 grams0.2 degreeAdjustable antiskate; auto shutoff

Models also available30 $14',

CONCEPTCBS Retail Stores1301 65th St.Emeryville, Calif. 94608

2QDPriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueingTrack. forceAntiskatingTrack. errorHeadshell

$29557/11H a 173/4W x 141/2D24 lbs. 5 oz. (net)Fully automatic33 1/3; 45±6% (LED strobe)DC servoDirect-70 (DIN B)0.025% (DIN)Yes0 to 3 gramsAdjustable0.5 degreeProprietary

CONNOISSEURHervic Electronics, Inc.18750 Oxnard St., #406Tarzana, Calif. 91356

BD-103/SAU-4Price $420Dimensions 61/2H x 18W x 15DWeight 25 lbs. (net)Type SemiautomaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45; 78

Speed adj. +5%Motor type Low voltage (with strobe) DC servo

with servo amplifier (6 transistorsand 1 zener diode)

Drive type BeltRumble -75 dB (DIN)Wow/flutter 0.055% (DIN)Eff. arm mass8 to 12 grams (adjustable)Cueing YesTrack. force 0 to 4 gramsCable capac. 400 pFAntiskating 0 to 4 gramsHeadshell RemovableFeatures External power supply; all -electriccueing; cue -defeat switch; comes with SAU-4 tone -arm

BD -2APriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsMotor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutter

$22051/2H x 18W x 15D22 lbs. (net)Semiautomatic33 1/3; 4516 -pole AC synchronousBelt-65 dB (DIN)0.065% (DIN)

Eff. arm mass4 to 6 grams (adjustable)Cueing YesTrack. force 25 to 6 gramsCable capac. 400 pFAntiskating 0.75 to 3 gramsHeadshell RemovableFeatures Also available with smaller dustcover, $190

Models also availableBD-102/SAU-4, $310; BD -103,$285 (tonearm not included); BD-102/SAU-2, $265; BD -101, $200;BD -1 Transport, $85

MITCHELL A. COTTERMitchell A. Cotter Company,Inc.35 Beechwood Ave.Mt. Vernon, N.Y. 10553

B-1 Turntable Base

Price $2,300Dimensions 7H x 24W x 20DWeight 125 lbs. (net)Type ManualSpeeds 33; 45Speed adj. ±6%Motor type AC servoDrive type DirectFeatures Laminate dead -plate structureeliminates mechanical and acoustic feedback

DENONDenon America, Inc.27 Law DriveFairfield, N.J. 07006

DP -80Price $860

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DimensionsWeightType

SpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutterFeaturesplattni

DP -75PriceDimensionsWeightType

SpeedsMotor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutterFeaturespla,e

5 3/5" x 15" (diameter)24 lbs. (net)Deck only; no base, cover, or tone -arm33; 45±5%AC servo quartzDirect-80 dB (DIN B)0.015% (WRMS)Dual section resonance -cancelling

$5205 3/5" x 15"22 lbs. (net)Deck only; no base, arm, or dustCover33; 45AC servo quartzDirect-80 dB (DIN B)3,015% (WRMS)Dual section resonance -cancelling

DP -30LPrice $290Dimensions 4H x 13 4/5W x 15 9/10DWeight 19 lbs. (net)Type SemiautomaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Speed adj. ±3%Motor type AC servo -controlledDrive type DirectRumble -75 dB (weighted per DIN -B stan-

dard)Wow/flutter <0.018% (weighted per Denon

standard; magnetic pulse wheel)Cueing YesTrack. force 0 to 3 gramsCable capac. 75 pFAntiskating .3 to 3 gramsResonance 3 Hz (with Denon DL -103 car-

tridge)Track. error Within 30 degrees (for effective

length of 8 3/5")Headshell RemovableCart. mass 5 to 10 gramsFeatures Arm litter servo-controled; noncon-tact record end sensor; "large specific mass" baseutilized: front panel controls outside of dust cover

Models also availableJP -60L, $585; DP -40F, $535; DP -1200. $375, DP -1250, $340

DUALUnited Audio Products120 S. Columbus Ave.Mt. Vernon, N.Y. 10553

650RCPrice $419.95Dimensions 161/2H x 141/2W x 5 1/5DWeight 20 lbs. (net)Type Fully automaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Speed adj. ± 10% (strobe)Motor type CMOS DC electronicDrive type DirectRumble -75 dB (DIN B)Wow/flutter 0.03% (WRMS)Ert. arm mass5.5 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0.25 to 3 gramsAntiskating 0 to 3 gramsResonance 7.8 Hz (with Ortofon ULM-55E car -

!ridge)

Track. error 0.16 degreeHeadshell RemovableFeatures Low -mass tonearm (8 grams withULM-55E); tunable antiresonator counterweight;optional remote control

$279.95161/2H x 141/2W x 7IAD18 lbs. (net)Changer33 1/3; 45±6% (strobe)High -torque synchronousBelt-70 dB (DIN B)0.04% (WRMS)

En. arm mass 5.5 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0.25 to 3 gramsAntiskating 0 to 3 gramsResonance 7.8 Hz (with Ortofon ULM-55E car-

tridge)Track. error 0.16 degree/cmHeadshell RemovableFeatures Low -mass tonearm (8 grams withULM-55E); tunable antiresonator counterweight

1264PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutter

1257PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutter

$189.95161/2H x 14Y2W x 71/4D17 lbs. (net)Changer33 1/3; 45±6% (strobe)High -torque synchronousBelt-68 dB (DIN B)0.05% (WRMS)

Eff. arm mass5.5 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0.25 to 3 gramsAntiskating 0 to 3 gramsResonance 7.8 Hz (with Ortofon ULM-50E car-

tridge)Track. error 0.16 degree/cmHeadshell RemovableFeatures Low -mass tonearm (8 grams withULM-50E cartridge)

Models also available7310, $579.95, 7140, $499.95,622, $329.95; 606, $299.95; 522,$235; 506, $199.95

FISHERFisher Corp.21314 Lassen St.Chatsworth, Calif. 91311

MT -6360

Price $349.95Dimensions 6H x 17 1/3W x 141/2DWeight 18 lbs. 6 oz. (net)Type Fully automaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Speed adj. ±6%Motor type 120 -pole linear AC servoDrive type DirectRumble -70 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0.035% (WRMS-weighted)EN. arm mass 18 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 2 grams

Antiskating YesResonance 8 Hz (with MG -100S cartridge)Track. error ±1.5 degreeHeadshell FixedFeatures Fully wireless remote control andtrack selection ability; front -panel operation

MT -6330PriceDimersionsWeightTypeSpeecsSpeec adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueingTrack. forceAntiskatingResonance

Track. errorHeads hellFeatures

$189.95 ($219.95 with cartridge)6H x 17 1/3W x 141/2D17 lbs. (net)Semiautomatic33 1/3; 45±3% (strobe)120 -pole linear motorDirect-70 dB (DIN B)0.035% (WRMS)Yes0.6 to 3.5 grams0.6 to 3.5 grams10 Hz (with Audio-Technica M6 -35V cartridge)±1.8 degreeRemovableFront -panel controls; built-in strobe

Models also availableMT -6455, $279.95; MT -6435,$249 95; MT -6335, $249.95($279.95 with cartridge); MT -6430,$189 95; MT -6117, $119.95; MT -6320. $169.95 ($199.95 with car-tridge); MT -6310, $119.95($149.95 with cartridge)

GARRARDGarrard U.S.A., Inc.85 Sherwood Ave.Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735

DD0-650

PriceDimensionsTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutter

$26561/4H x 173/4W x 143/03Semiautomatic33 1/3; 45±3%Brushless, slotlessDirect-72 dB (DIN B -weighted)0.03% (WRMS-weighted)

EH. arm mass9.5 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0.75 to 3 gramsAntiskating YesTrack. error 0.38 degree per 1 in.Headshell Removable; proprietaryCart. mass 2.5 to 8 gramsFeatures Electronic front controls; quartz -locked: Delglide'" auto mechanism; antiresonancebase; available with Pickering XV15-625E car-tridge for $334; 3 -year warranty

GT-355 APPrice $219.95Dimensions 55/aH x 173/4W x 143/8DTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive 7ypeRumble

Fully automatic33 1/3; 45±3%DC servoBelt-68 dB (DIN B -weighted)

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Wow/flutter 0.06% (WRMS-weighted)Eff. arm mass9.5 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0.75 to 3 gramsAntiskating YesTrack. error 0.38 degree per 1"Headshell Removable; proprietaryCart. mass 4 to 9 gramsFeatures Front controls; self -aligning head -shell: Delglide'" auto mechanism; 3 -year warranty;available with Pickering XU15-625E cartridge for$288.95

DD -450PriceDimensionsTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive type DirectRumble -73 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0.035% (WRMS-weighted)Eff. arm mass9.5 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0.75 to 3 gramsAntiskating YesTrack. error 0.38 degree per 1"Headshell Removable; proprietaryCart. mass 4 to 9 gramsFeatures Front controls; self -aligning head -shell: Delglide'" auto mechanism; 3 -year warranty;available with Pickering XV15-625E cartridge for$278.95

$209.9561/8H x 173/4W x 143/eDSemiautomatic33 1/3; 45±3%Brushless, slotless

GT-120 APPrice $99.95Dimensions 63/81-I x 161/eW x 131/20Type Fully automaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Motor type 4 -pole inductionDrive type BeltRumble -59 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0.10% (WRMS)Eff. arm mass 7 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 2 to 6 gramsAntiskating YesHeadshell Removable; proprietaryCart. mass 4 to 8 gramsFeatures Low -mass arm; detachable head -shell; Delglide'" auto mechanism; 3 -year warranty;available with Pickering UF15-ATE4 cartridge for$134.90

Models also availableDDO-550, $239.95; DD -455,$219.95; GT-355, $239.95; 255,$209.95; GT-255 AP, $189.95. GT-12 Mk. II, $109.95

HARMAN KARDONHarman Kardon, Inc.55 Ames CourtPlainview, N.Y. 11803

ST -8PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumble -68 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0.04% (NAB -weighted)Eft. arm mass6 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0.25 to 2.5 gramsAntiskating NoneResonance 11 Hz (with Ortofon LM20, LM -30

cartridges)

$39963/4H x 161/2W x 161/4D23 lbs.Semiautomatic33 1/3; 45± 5.5%Brushless DC Pabst (Hall -Effect)Belt

Track. error 0 degreeHeadshell Removable

Models also availableHT -660, $349.95; HT -561,

Features Straight-line tracking; touch andpitch controls; built-in level; adjustable feet; bubblelevel; strobe; automatic liftoff; Rolamite pivot bear-ings; skating force; stylus overhang

$349.95; HT -41S, $169.95; HT40S, $139.95; HT -324, $109.95

Models also available5299

HITACHIHitachi Sales Corp. of America406 W. Artesia Blvd.Compton, Calif. 90220

HT -860PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor type

Drive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueing

$699.956H x 19W x 161/4D30 lbs. 13 oz. (net)Fully automatic33 1/3; 45f9.9%Brushless, slotless, coreless, DCservo unitorqueDirect-78 dB (DIN B -weighted)0.025% (WRMS)Yes

Track. force 0 to 3 gramsTrack. error 2 degreesHeadshell RemovableCart. mass 4 to 10 gramsFeatures Fully automatic quartz -locked uni-torque DD turntable with variable pitch control;digital display; optical record-size/arm returnsensing and front -panel soft -touch IC -logic con-trols

HT -466PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsMotor type

Drive typeRumbleWow/flutterTrack. forceTrack. errorHeadshellCart. massFeatures

HT -464

PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor type

Drive typeRumbleWow/flutterTrack. forceTrack. errorCart. massFeatures

$239.955 1/32H x 171/8W x 143/4D13 lbs. 3 oz. (net)Fully automatic33 1/3; 45Brushless, slotless, coreless uni-torque motorDirect-78 dB (DIN B -weighted)0.025% (WRMS)0 to 3 grams2 degreesRemovable4 to 10 gramsQuartz; photo sensor

$199.955H x 171/8W x 143/4D12 lbs. 2 oz. (net)Fully automatic33 1/3; 45+3% (33 1/3); ±5% (45)Brushless, slotless, coreless uni-

torque motorDirect-77 dB (DIN B -weighted)0.03% (WRMS)0 to 3 grams2 degrees4 to 10 gramsPhoto sensor

JBEBritish Audio Corp.229 Newtown RoadPlainview, N.Y. 11803

Series 3

Price $795Dimensions 61/2H x 17W x 13DWeiyht 32 lbs. (net)Type ManualSpeeds 33; 45Speed adj. 15%Motor type 24 -slot 8 -pole stator electronicDrive type DirectRumble -73 dBWow/flutter 0.07%Features Heavy slate base for mass stabilityand mass damping; nonresonant platter; audiblysuperior sound

JVCJVC America Co.58-75 Queens MidtownExpresswayMaspeth, N.Y. 11378

OL-Y5FPrice $430Dimensions 65/sH x 187/8W x 17 3/16DWeight 23 lbs. 1 oz. (net)Type Fully automaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Motor type Coreless DC servomotorDrive type DirectWow/flutter 0.025% (WRMS)Cueing YesTrack. force 0 to 3 gramsAntiskating YesTrack. error 1 degree, 48 minHeadshell UniversalFeatures Electro-dynamic servo tonearm;electronic 0 -damping, tracking force, and antis-kate control

OL-50PriceDimensionsTypeSpeedsMotor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutter

L -A55PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsMotor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutter

$25061H x 19W x 151/5DManual (without arm)33 1/3; 45DC servo quartz -lockDirect-78 dB (DIN B -weighted)0.025% (WRMS)

$15051/aH x 171/4W x 14 15/16D12 lbs. 1 oz. (net)Semiautomatic33 1/3; 45Coreless, DC servoDirect-75 dB (DIN B -weighted)0.03% (WRMS)

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Cueing YesTrack. force 0 to 3 gramsTrack. error +4 degrees, -0 degree. 36 minHeadshell Removable

Models also availableQL-F6, $400 QL-Y3F, $360; OL-A5, $220; L -F66, $180, L -All, $110

KEN WOODKenwooc Electronics75 Seaview DriveSecaucus, N.J. 07094

L -07DPriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsMotor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueingTrack. forceAntiskatingTrack. errorHeadshell

KD-5100PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsMotor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueingTrack. forceAntiskatingTrack. errorHeadshell

KD-3100

PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueingTrack. forceAntiskatingTrack. errorHeadshellFeatures

$1,7006 5/16H x 217/eW x 18,/2D68 lbs 13 oz. (net)Manual33 1/3, 45Quartz PLL coreless, slotless DCDirect-34 dB (DIN)0 02% (WRMS)Yes1 to 9 gramsYes- 1 degree, 11 mmRemovable; universal

$3495 9/16H x 181/2W x 16D19 lbs 12 oz. (net)Fully automatic33 1/3, 45Cuartz PLL DC servoDirect-'5 dB0 03% (WRMS)Yes0 to 3 gramsYes+3 degreesRemovable

$:,9951/2H x 17 5/16W x 143/4D15 lbs 9 oz. (net)Semiautomatic33; 45- 3%FG servoDirect-71 dB3 03% (DIN)YesD to 3 grams3 :0 3 grams1 5 degreeRemovableJses antiresonance base

Models also available<D-850, $595; KD-650, $400, KD-500, $350 (tonearm not included);KD-4100, $259; KD-2100, $185,KD-1600, $135

KMKM Laboratories342 Madison Ave.New York, N.Y. 10173

Audio LinearPrice $349Dimensions 171/2H x 14'/2W x 6DWeight 20 lbs. (net)Type ManualSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Motor type SynchronousDrive type BeltRumble -70 dB (DIN)Wow/flutter 0 06% (DIN)Cueing YesTrack. force 0 25 to 2 5 gramsCable capac. 75 pFAntiskating YesResonance 9.3 Hz (with Koetsu cartridge)Track. error 3/4 degree at 4" radiusHeadshell Removable; proprietary universalFeatures Combines aesthetics and engi-neering; SME arm optional

LINN PRODUCTS, LTD.Audiophile Systems5750 Rymark CourtIndianapolis, Ind. 46250

Linn-Sondek LP -12

Price $960Dimensions 5'/2H60 x 171/2W x 14DWeight 25 lbs. (net)Type ManualSpeeds 33 1/3 (45 adapter avai able)Speed adj. NoneMotor type 24 -pole synchronousDrive type BeltRumble -60 dB (unweighted)Wow/flutter 0.04°/. (WRMS)Features Single -point oil -bath bearing; soldwithout tonearm

LU XLux Audio160 Dupont St.Plainview, N.Y. 11803

PD -555Price $2,895Dimensions 61/4H x 261/8W x 15 7/16DWeight 73 lbs. 11 oz. (net)Type No armSpeeds 33 1/3; 45; 78Speed adj. ±2.5%Motor type Brushless, slotless DC servoDrive type BeltWow/flutter 0 03% (WRMS)Cueing NoFeatures Exclusive disc stabilizers; 18 -lbplaster, 2 tonear-n capability

PD -441PriceDimensionsWeigh:TypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor type

Drive typeRumbleWow/futter

$67561/4H x 183/4W x 151/2D42 lbs. 14 oz.Manual (no arm)33 1/3, 45NoneQuartz -lock, DC brushless servo,load-feeDirect-75 dB0.025% (WRMS)

Features Sold without tonearm; detachablehinged clear lucite dust cover; lock indicator; dou-ble shock -absorbing insulators (height -adjustable)

Models also availablePD 277 $395

MARANTZMarantz, Inc.20525 Nordhoff St.Chatsworth, Calif. 91311

63700Price $470Dimensions 53/4H x 185/eW x 15DWeight 18 lbs 11 oz. (net)Type SemiautomaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Speed adj. .± 6%Motor ype Quartz -locked DC servoDrive type DirectRumble -70 dB (NAB)Wow/flutter 0.02% (WRMS)Eff. arm mass 17.5 gramsCueing YesTrack. 'orce 0 to 3 gramsAntiskating 0 to 4 gramsResonance 7 7 Hz (with V15 Type III cartridge)Track. error 0.07 degree/cm"leadsl-ell RemovableFeatures Quartz -locked at any speed; digitalspeed readout of rpm or percentage change fromstandard speed; oil -damped arm; low -distortiontonearrr, separate motor for armlitt and return;dust cover and base; shock -absorbent feet

TT -2000

J NI111111115*

PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor tape

$2005'/zH x 173/eW x 15D16 lbs 8 oz. (net)Semiautomatic33 1/3, 45+4%Coreless 8 -pole DC servo

Drive type DirectRumble -72 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flitter 0 03% ;WRMS)Eff. arm mass 12 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0 to 4 gramsAntiskating 0 to 4 gramsResonance 10 Hz (with Shure V15 Type IV car-

tridge)Track. error 0.22 degree/cmHeadshell Removable

1981 Edition 179

Features Low -distortion straight-line tone -arm; front -panel controls, dust cover and base;shock -absorbent feet

Models also availableTT6000, $310; TT -4000, $250,6025, $130

MCS' SERIESJ.C. Penney1301 Ave. of the AmericasNew York, N.Y. 10019

6700

PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueingTrack. force

$2306 15/16H x 173/4W x21 lbs (net)Changer33 1/3, 45± 6%DC servo

143/4D

Direct-70 dB (DIN B -weighted)0.04% (JIS)Yes0 to 3 grams

Antiskating 0 to 3 gramsTrack. error 3.5 degreesHeadshell RemovableFeatures Hinged dust cover, 45 rpm adapter;Audio-Technica cartridge

Models also available6602, $180; 6502, $130

MICHELL ENGINEERINGDick Wagner (distributor)5930 Penfield Ave.Woodland Hills, Calif. 91367

PrismaPriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumble

$9509H x 21W x 15D27 lbs. (net)Manual33 1/3, 45+10%Pancake -type DC brushless servoBelt-51 dB (DIN B -weighted), -80 dB(unweighted)

Wow/flutter 0 02% (DIN B -weighted)EN. arm massy gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0.2 to 6 gramsCable capac. 165 pFAntiskating YesResonance 8 Hz (with Koetsu cartridge)Track. error 1 2 degreeHeadshell RemovableCart. mass 2 to 14 gramsFeatures 0.7" thick clear lucite base, 6.1strobe, record floats on platter weights (no static);virtually total speed -variation adiustability from 33

through 45, available without arm at $750, entiredrive unit replaceable in 30 seconds

Models also availableHydraulic Reference, $750; FocusOne, $650

MICRO SEIKIP.O. Box 60271Terminal AnnexLos Angeles, Calif. 90060

R X-5000Price $3,500Weicht 135 lbs. (net)Speeds 33 1/3; 45Speed adj. ± 6%Drive type BeltRumble -80 dBWow/flutter 0.015%Features Copper platter 35 lbs , oil -bathbearings, solid zinc frame; remote electronics, digi-tal speed readout

DOX-1000Price $900Dimensions 5H x 171/2W x 171/2DWeight 40 lbs. (net)Speeds 33 1/3: 45Speed adj. ± 6%Motor type Quartz -lock PLLDrive type DirectRumble -75 dBWor/flutter 0.02%Cueing No

Features Capacity for 3 separate tonearris,remote electronics

DQ-3PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsMotor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutterCue ngTrack. forceAntiskatingTrack. errorHeadshell

$50061/4H x 183/eW x 153/020 lbsManual33 1/3, 45DC servo, quartz -lockedDirect-75 dB (DIN B -weighted)0 025%Yes0 to 3 grams0 to 3 grams1 5 degreeRemovable

Features CF -1 carbon -fiber tonearm withvariable mass

DD -31PriceDimensionsWei ghtTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueingTrack. forceAntiskatingTrack. errorHeadshellFeatures

$3756,/eH x 183aW x 143/4D17 lbsSemiautomatic33 1/3; 45+6%DC servoDirect-75 dB (DIN B -weighted)O.e0s3%

Yes0 to 3 grams0 to 3 grams1 5 degreeRemovableLow -mass straight tonearm with

carton -fiber headshell

Models also availableRX-3000, $2,200; BL -91L, $1,200;BL -91, $753; DQX-500, $600; DO -44, $450, BL -51, $450, DD -24,$275; MB -'4, $190

MITSUBISHI AUDIO SYSTEMSMelco Sales, Inc.3030 E. VictoriaCompton, Calif. 90221

LT -30PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsMotor typeDrive type DirectRumble -78 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0.025% (WRMS)EH. arm mass 12 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0 to 3 gramsAntiskating NoTrack. error 0.05 degree at any radiusHeadshell Removable; universalCart. mass 4 to 20 gramsFeatures Linear tracking; LSI logic control ofauto functions; auto disc size and speed sensing

LT -5VPriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueingTrack. force

$69053/4H x 19,/eW x 161/4D33 lbs. (net)Fully automatic33, 45Quartz PLL DC servo

$45017H x 183/4W x 73/4D27 lbs. 8 oz. (net)Fully automatic33, 45+3%PLL DC ServoBelt-76 dB (DIN B -weighted)0 045% (WRMS)Yes0 to 3 grams

Antiskating NoTrack. error 0 1 degree at any radiusHeadshell Removable; universalCart. mass 4 to 14 gramsFeatures Vertical format, linear tracking; LSIlogic control of auto functions, auto disc size andspeed sensing

Models also availableDP EC7, $300 DP -5 $220

NADNAD (USA), Inc.Mackintosh LaneP.O. Box 529Lincoln, Mass. 01773

NAD-5040

PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor type

$2126H x 181/2W x 15D12 lbs 8 oz (net)Semiautomatic33 1/3. 45+ 6%Frequency generator DC servo

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Drive type BeltRumble -67 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 3 05% (WRMS)Cueing YesTrack. force 0 to 3.5 gramsAntiskating 0 to 3 gramsTrack. error 0 2/cm (0 5")Headshell RemovableFeatures Aluminum low -resonance arm; car-bon -fiber heads -tell

Models also availableWAD 5080, $250, NAD-5020, $177

ONKYOOnkyo U S.A. Corp.42-07 201h Ave.Long Islend, N.Y. 11105

CP-1280FPrice $449.95Dimensions 6318H x 187/8W x 16 1/16DWeight 25 lbs. 5 oz. (net)Type Fully automaticSpeeds 33; 45Drive type DirectWow/flutter 0 025%Cueing YesAntiskating YesHeadshell ADC typeCart. mass 4 to 11 gramsFeatures Micro -computer controlled tone -arm, dual motor quartz system

CP-1015A

Price $159.95Dimensions 51/2H x 161/2W x 14'/2DWeight 12 lbs. 1 oz. (net)Type SemiautomaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Motor type BrJshless servo DCDrive type DirectWow/flutter 0.035%Cueing YesAntiskating YesHeadshell ADC typeCart. mass 5 to 9 gramsFeatures Straight-line, low -mass tonearm,tracking -force readout

Models also availableCF -1030F. $314.95, CP-1020 F,$219.95; CP-1010A, $144.95; CP-'1260F, N/A

OPTONICA.Sharp Electronics Corp.10 Keystoie PlaceParamus, N.J. 07652

RP -9705PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.

1981 Edition

$9505 3/10H x 18 9/10W x24 lbs 5 oz (net)Ful y automatic33; 45f4%

17 3/10D

Motor type Coreless DC quartz lockedDrive type DirectRumble -70 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0 028% (WRMS)Cueing YesTrack. force 1 to 4 gramsCable capac. 150 pFAntiskating YesHeadshell RemovableCart. mass 4 to 11 gramsFeatures APMS (Automatic ProgrammableMusic Selector); infrared remote; glass dust cover;dual arm system

Models also availableRP -7705, $320; RP -4705, $220

PHASE LINEARPhase Linear Corp.20121 48th Ave. W.Lynnwood, Wash. 98036

8000 Series Two

PriceDimensionsWeightType

SpeedsMotor typeDrive type

RumbleWow/flutterCueingTrack. forceTrack. error

$7506H x 19 2/5W x 17V2D26 lbs. 8 oz. (net)Fully automatic, auto repeat, man-ual33 1/3; 45DC (totally enclosed)Direct quartz -locked PLL Hall -ef-fect-78 dB (DIN B)0.013%Yes0 to 5 grams0 degree

Headshell RemovableFeatures Lrear motor; tangential trackingtonearm; speed deviation less than 0 002%, allcontrols accessible with dust cover closed

PHILIPSPhilips High FidelityLaboratoriesInterstate 40 & Straw PlainsPikeP.O. Box 6960Knoxville, Tenn. 37914

AF -977Price $379.95Dimensions 51/2H x 161/2W x 133/4DWeight 13 lbs. 3 oz. (net)

TypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive -ype

Fully automatic33 1/3; 45+3%DC controlled, PLL quartzBelt (direct control with tachome-ter)

Rumble -73 dB (DIN B)Wow/flutter 025% (WRMS)En. arm mass 16.5 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0 to 3 gramsAntiskating 0 to 3 gramsResonance 10 Hz (with test cartridge)Track. error 9 degrees/cmHeadshell RemovableFeatures Digital readout; floating subchas-sis, bui.t-in stylus force gauge touch controls

AF -729PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor ypeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutter

$199 9515V2H x 161/2W x 133/4D13 lbs (net)Fully automatic33 1/3, 45

3%DC with closed -loop speed controlBelt-65 dB (DIN B -weighted)0 05% (WRMS)

EN. arm mass 16.5 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0 to 3 gramsAntiskating YesResonance 10 Hz (with test cartridge)Track. error 0 degree, 9 cm/min-leadshell RemovableFeatures Front -mounted controls; LEDspeed indication; pitch controls, direct -read stylus-torce gauge

Models also availableAF -829, $279 95, AF -887,$239.95; AF -777, $184.95; 677,$169 95; 685, $119.95

PIONEERU.S. Pioneer Electronics Corp.85 Oxford DriveMoonachie, N.J. 07074

PL -630Price $449Dimensions 51/4l-1 x 181/2W x 16'/2DWeight 26 lbs. 8 oz. (net)Type Automatic repeatSpeeds 33 1/3: 45Speed adj. +6%Motor type Quartz PLL Hall -EffectDrive type DirectRumble 75 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0.025% (WRMS)Track. force 0 to 4 gramsAntiskat ng YesFeatures Anti -feedback cabinet and coaxialsuspension; static -balanced S-shaped tonearmwith 4-pcint gimbal support, magnesium die-castheadshel ; quick stop, quick play; LED function in-dicators

PL -600Price $399Dimensions 5'/2H x 17 15/16W x 15'/aDWeight 24 lbs. (net)Type SemiautomaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Motor type Quartz PLL Hall -effectDive type DirectWow/flutter 0.025%Antiskating YesCart. mass 4 to 9 gramsFeatures Separate motor for automatic func-ticns; S -shape pipe arm, front -panel controls, S/Nratio. 78 dB

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PL -500

PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsMotor typeDrive typeWow/flutterAntiskatingCart. massFeaturession, S/N

$29951/2H x 17 15/16W x 15 3/16D20 lbs. (net)Semiautomatic33 1/3, 45Quartz PLL Hall -EffectDirect0 025%Yes4 to 10 gramsS -shape pipe arm; coaxial suspen-

ratio 75 dB

PL -100Price $119Dimensions 33/4H x 16 9/16W x 143/aDWeight 11 lbs (net)Type SemiautomaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Motor type DC/FG servoDrive type DirectWow/flutter 0.045%Antiskating YesCart. mass 4 to 9 gramsFeatures S -shape pipe arm, oil -damped cuemechanism; S/N ratio 70 dB

REALISTICRadio Shack Corp.1400 One Tandy CenterFt. Worth, Texas 76102

LAB -420Price $219.95Dimensions 55/BH x 17 11/16W x 13 13/32DType Fully automaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Speed adj. +4%Motor type 20 -pole brushless DC servomotorDrive type DirectRumble -63 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0 03% (WRMS)Cueing YesTrack. force 3/4 to 11/2 gramsAntiskating YesHeadshell UniversalFeatures Programmable repeat, comes withcartridge, adjustable speed fine tuning with strobe

LAB -220Price $139.95Type Fully automaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Speed adj. +3%Motor type 24 -pole motor; 300 rpmDrive type BeltRumble -65 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0.06% (WRMS)Cueing YesTrack. force 11/2 to 3 gramsAntiskating YesFeatures Strobe light; solid-state speed con-trol, comes with cartridge

Models also availableLAB -390, $169 95, LAB -270,$139.95, Lab 58, $99.95, LAB -120,$89.95

REFERENCECBS Retail Stores1301 65th St.Emeryville, Calif. 94608

620TPriceDimensionsTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumbleCueingTrack. forceFeaturesshutoff

$249.956 1/10H x 18W x 13 1/5DSemiautomatic33 1/3; 45+ 3% (strobe)2 -pole, DC servoDirect-70 dB (DIN B -weighted)No0 to 3 gramsAdjustable antiskate; automatic

Models also available510T $139 95

REGAImport Audio13430 Clayton Rd.St. Louis, Mo. 63131

Planar 3Price

DimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsMotor typeDrive typeCueingTrack. forceAntiskatingTrack. errorHeadshell

$530 (with arm); $395 (withoutarm)47/eH x 17 9/16W x 13 15/16D15 lbs. 5 oz. (net)Manual33 1/3; 4524 -pole synchronousBeltYes0 to 3 grams0 to 3 grams1.5 degreeRemovable

Features Precision -ground glass platter in-cludes base, dust cover, and felt mat for records

Models also availablePlanar 2, $410 (with arm); $295(without arm)

REVOXStuder ReVox America, Inc.1425 Elm Hill PikeNashville, Tenn. 37210

B-790

PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumble

$899 (with cartridge)55/8H x 172/4W x 15D24 lbs 4 oz (net)Fully automatic33 1/3, 45

7%Quartz -controlled PLL servoDirect-68 dB (DIN)

Wow/flutter 0.05%Ett. arm mass 1 gramCueingTrack. forceAntiskatingResonanceTrack. errorHeadshell

Yes0.8 to 2 gramsNot required12 to 15 Hz (with Ortofon cartridge)0 5 degreeNo headshell used due to true tan-gential -tracking design

Features True tangential tracking with opto-electronic servo control; radical 4 -cm tonearm hasnegligible mass; digital speed display

Models also availableB-795,$599

ROTELRotel of America, Inc.1055 Saw Mill River RoadArdsley, N.Y. 10502

RP -1010

Price $320Dimensions 5H x 171/2W x 14DWeight 17 lbs. 8 oz. (net)Type Fully automaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Motor type Quartz -lock PLLDrive type DirectRumble -72 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0.025%Eff. arm mass 7 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0.70 to 3 gramsAntiskating YesTrack. error 2.2 degrees at 1' radiusHeadshell RemovableFeatures Two motors; front panel control;carbon -fiber straight arm; glass -fiber headshell,strobe; rosewood finish

Models also availableRP -1001, $210 RP -550, $170

SANSUISansui Electronics Corp.1250 Valley Brook Ave.Lyndhurst, N.J. 07071

XR-011PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsMotor type

Drive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueing

$65055/01-1 x 19W x 16 9/16D27 lbs. 8 oz (net)Fully automatic33 1/3; 4520-pole/30-slot DC brushlessquartz servo -controlledDirect-78 dB (DIN B -weighted)0.015% (WRMS)Yes

Track. force 0.5 gramAntiskating YesHeadshell Fixed, proprietaryCart. mass 4 to 10 gramsFeatures Computerized track sequence se-lection; Dyna-optimum balanced tonearm; doublesuspension base

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FR -D4Price $240Dimensions 51/41-I x 17 5/16W x 5 15/16DWeight 13 lbs. 14 lbs. (net)Type Fully automaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Speed adj. f 3%Motor type 20 -pole, 30 -slot, high -torque satu-

rable -core DC brushless servomo-tor

Drive type DirectRumble -72 dBWow/flutter 0 028% (WRMS)Eff. arm mass 4 to 10 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 4-0.5 gramAntiskating YesHeadshell RemovableFeatures CPU computer -controlled; DOBtonearm, front controls; strobe; dust cover; gold-plated connectors; direct -readout

Speed adj. Pitch controlMotor type 20 -pole, 30 -slot brushless platter

motor; DC tonearm motorDrive type DirectRumble -73 dBWow/flutter 0.025%Eff. arm mass 15.4 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0 to 3 gramsAntiskating Adjustable; calibratedTrack. error ± 1 5 degreeHeadshell RemovableFeatures High -density platter; high -torque

P-50 motor; carbon -fiber headshell; disc -size selector;cue control; suspension/isolation system

Price $140Type SemiautomaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Drive type BestRumble -60 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 3.06% (WRMS)Cueing YesFeatures S-shaped tonearm with 2 -pointgimbal support; aluminum die-cast platter; dustcover

Models also availableXR-09, $500, FR -05, $340; FR -33, $190

SANYOSanyo Electric Inc.Consumer Electronics Div.1200 W. Artesia Blvd.Compton, Calif. 90220

TP-1030PriceDimensionsTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor type

Drive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueing

$199.95.31/2H x 183/4W x 15D=ally automatic:33 1/3; 45Pitch control (with strobe)Brishless platter motor, DC tone -arm motorDirect-70 dB0.03%viscous -damped

Track. force 0 to 3 gramsAntiskating Adjustable; calibratedTrack. error ±15 degreesHeadshell RemovableFeatures Electronic speed control; lateralcounterbalance; stylus mirror

PLUS SERIES

Plus Q-50Price $359 95Dimensions EH x 173/a W x 145/8DType Fully automaticSpeeds 33 1/3, 45

Models also availableTP-1012/A. $159.95; TP-1010,$139.95; TP-1005/A, $109.95;Plus 0-60, $619.95; P,us 0-40,$249.95; Plus 0-25, $209 95

H. H. SCOTTH. H. Scott, Inc.20 Commerce WayWoburn, Mass. 01801

PS-97XVPriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeWow/flutter

$26051/2H x 171/4W x 133/4D21 lbs (net)Automatic repeat33 1/3, 45+3%, quartz -lock72 -pole FG AC servom(yorDirect0 03% (WRMS)

Eff. arm mass 15 6 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 1 to 3 gramsAntiskating 0 to 3 gramsResonance 8 5 HzHeadshell RemovableFeatures Quartz synthesizer speed lock withindicator, strobe light with adjustable speed con-trol, record -size selector and spare headshellholder

PS -18

Antiskating YesHeadshell RemovableFeatures Straight, low -mass tonearm; lowcapacitance phono cables; low '0' compressionbase, antiresonance arm counterweight; up -frontuser controls

Models also availablePS-77XV, $235; PS -78, $219.95;PS -87A, $210; PS -67A, $200; PS -68, $179.95; PS -48, $149.95; PS -47A, $140

SHERWOODSherwood Electronics Labs500 E. Carson Plaza DriveCarson, Calif. 90745

ST -80ZPrice $149.95Dimens ons 51/4H x 18W x 141/2DWeight 18 lbs. (net)Type SemiautomaticSpeeds 33 1/3 45Speed adj. +3%Motor tope FG DC servoDrive type BeltWow/flutter 0.06% (JIS WRMS)Cueing Yes-rack. force 0 to 4 gramsAntiska.ing YesTrack. error 4 2 decreesHeadshell RemovableCarl. mass 5 to 81/2 gramsFeatures Speed adjust with straight arm;strobe, cueing in both directions

Models also availableST 801 $119 95

SONYSony Corp. of America9 West 57th St.New York, N.Y. 10019

Audio Lab PS -B80Frice $1,800Dimensions 7 15/16H x 19 15/16W x 16 15/

16DWeight 33 lbs. (net)Type Fully automaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Motor type Sony BSL-Magnedisc servoCrive type DirectRumble -78 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0.02% (WRMS)Etf. arm mass Electronically variableCueing YesTrack. force 0.5 to 3 gramsCable capac. 45 pFAntiskat ng 0.5 to 3 gramsResonarce Electronically optimizedHeadshell RemovableCart. mass 1 to 19 gramsFeatures Active critical tracking biotracera -m uses vertical and horizontal motors; micro-p-ocessor-controlled to automatically critically op-timize arm for each cartridge

PriceDimensionsWeight

$129.9551/4H x 171/4W x 151/4D12 lbs (net) PS-P7:x

Type Semiatuomatic P -ice $450Speeds 33 1/3, 45 D mensions 43/81-1 x '7W x 135/8DMotor type 4-oole synchronous Weight 20 lbs 13 oz (net)Drive type Belt Type SemiautomaticRumble -52 dB Speeds 33 1/3, 45Wow/flutter 0 07% Motor type Sony BSL Magnedisc servoCueing Yes Drive type DirectTrack. force 1 5 to 4 grams Rumble -75 dB (DIN B -weighted)

1981 Edition 183

Wow/flutter 0.025% (WRMS)Cueing YesTrack. force 0 to 3 gramsCable capac. 100 pFAntiskating 0 to 3 gramsHeadshell RemovableFeatures Micro turntable; all controls front -mounted; separate tonearm; electromagneticbraking; quartz lock; SBMC chasis; magnediscservo

PS -T33PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor type

$17053/4H x 17W x 143/eD14 lbs. 2 oz. (net)Fully automatic33 1/3; 45±4%Sony BSL Magnedisc servo

Drive type DirectRumble -75 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0.025% (WRMS)Eff. arm mass8 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0 to 3 gramsCable capac. 108 pFAntiskating YesResonance 7 to 12 Hz (with most cartridges)Track. error 3 degreesHeadshell ProprietaryCart. mass 21/2 to 10 gramsFeatures SBMC cabinet reduces feedback;straight reinforced low -mass arm; automaticmechanism with safety clutch

PS -T22

Price $150Dimensions 51/2H x 17W x 143/aDWeight 13 lbs. 8 oz. (net)Type SemiautomaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Speed adj. +4%Motor type Sony BSL Magnedisc servoDrive type DirectRumble -75 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0.025% (WRMS)Eff. arm mass8 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0 to 3 gramsCable capac. 108 pFAntiskating YesTrack. error 3 degreesHeadshell ProprietaryCart. mass 21/2 to 10 gramsFeatures Variable pitch with strobe; tonearmsafety clutch; gold-plated headshell contacts; air-craft alloy low -mass tonearm

Models also availableP S -X55 , $270, PS -X45, $200

STANTON GYROPOISEStanton Magnetics, Inc.200 Terminal DrivePlainview, N.Y. 11803

800 5A/881SPriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsMotor type

$50014V4H x 163/4W x 6D15 lbs. 8 oz. (net)Semiautomatic33 1/3; 4524 -pole synchronous, high -torque

Drive type BeltRumble -70 (DIN B)Wow/flutter 0.07% (DIN B)Cueing YesTrack. force 0 to 4 gramsAntiskating 0 to 4 gramsTrack. error ±1.2 degree (max)Headshell RemovableFeatures Includes 881 S cartridge; Gyro -poise, frictionless, magnetic suspension; unipoise,single point tonearm suspension

8005M/881SPrice $450Type ManualFeatures Includes 881S cartridge

Models also available8005A/681EEE, $440; 8005M/681EEE, $390, 8005A, $350;8005M, $300

TEACTeac Corp. of America7733 Telegraph RoadMontebello, Calif. 90640

P-9Price N/ADimensions 17 1/3H x 141/2W x 5 15/16DWeight 19 lbs. 12 oz. (net)Speeds 33 1/3; 45Motor type PLL quartz lockDrive type DirectRumble -63 dB (DIN)Wow/flutter 0.045%Eff. arm mass 1.5 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0 to 4 gramsAntiskating YesHeadshell Removable

TECHNICSPanasonic Co.1 Panasonic WaySecaucus, N.J. 07094

SP -10 Mk. IIPrice $950Dimensions 4H x 141/2W x 141/2DWeight 21 lbs. (net)Type ManualSpeeds 33 1/3; 45; 78Speed adj. NoneMotor type DC servo, quartz phase -lockedDrive type DirectRumble 78 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0.025% (WRMS)Features Sold without tonearm; builds up tofull speed in 0.25 sec; stop time (dual braking) is0.3 sec; remote control; separate power supply;overall speed accuracy of +0.002% (+0.036 secin 1/2 hour); high torque (5 kg cm or 4.3 lbs. in)

SP -15PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumble

$6503 21/32H x 133/4W x 14 41/64D13 lbs. 11 oz. (net)Manual33 1/3; 45; 78+9.9%Brushless DCDirect-78 dB (DIN B -weighted) (IEC); -56dB (DIN A -weighted)

Wow/flutter 0.025% (JIS) (WRMS); +0.035%peak (IEC)

Features Digitally displayed quartz synthe-sizer pitch control in 0.1% steps; high torque; 0.4sec start/stop time; electronic/mechanical break-ing with quick release; pulsed power supply pre-vents hum induction; rubber -damped platterunderside

SL -1200 Mk. 2Price S350

Dimensions 6 19/64H x 17 27/32W x 14 11/64D

Weight 24 lbs. 5 oz. (net)Type ManualSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Speed adj. +8%Motor type Brushless DCDrive type DirectRumble -78 dB (DIN B -weighted) (IEC); -56

dB (DIN A -weighted)Wow/flutter 0.25% (JIS); +0.035% peak (DIN

A -weighted)Eff. arm mass12 grams

YesTrack.Cueingforce 0 to 2.5 gramsAntiskating 0 to 2.5 gramsResonance 7 to 11Track. error +0 degrees, 32 min at inner

groove; +2 degrees, 32 min atouter groove

Headshell RemovableFeatures Continuous, quartz -locked pitchadjustment; rubber base material for acoustic iso-lation; underside damping mat on platter; hightorque for fast starts; pop-up stylus illuminator; de-signed for disco use; arm -height adjustment

SL -03PriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor typeDrive typeRumble

$2205 7/64H x 16 59/64W x 14 49/64D15 lbs. 11 oz. (net)Automatic repeat33 1/3; 45±0%Brushless DCDirect-78 dB (DIN B -weighted) (IEC); -56dB (DIN A -weighted)

Wow/flutter 0.05% (JIS); +0.035 peak (IEC)Eff. arm mass 12 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0 to 2.5 gramsAntiskating 0 to 2.5 gramsTrack. error 0 degree, 32 min at inner grove; 2

degrees, 32 min at outer grooveHeadshell RemovableFeatures Quartz, phase -locked design;front -panel controls; nonresonant base

SL -B3PriceDimensions $413510/32H x 16 59/64W x 14 49/

64DWeight 10 lbs. 2 oz. (net)Type Automatic repeatSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Speed adj. 3%Motor type Servo DCDrive type BeltRumble -70 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0.045% rms (JIS); ±0.06% peak

(IEC)Eff. arm mass12 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0 to 3 gramsAntiskating 0 to 3 gramsTrack. error 0 degree, 32 min at inner groove; 2

degrees, 32 min at outer grooveHeadshell RemovableFeatures Front -panel controls; electronicspeed switching and variation

Models also availableSL -10, $600; SL -1600 Mk 2, $420;

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SP -25, $370, SL -1700 Mk 2, $370;SL -1800 Mk. 2, $320; SL -D33,$270, SL -D5, $230, SL -02, $190;SL -B5, $190; SL -D3, $170, SL -D2,$150, SL -82, $130, SL -D1, $125,SL -B1, $100

THORENSEpicure Products, Inc.25 Hale St.Newburyport, Mass. 01950

"The Reference"Price Approx. $15,000 depending on op-

tionsDimensions 14H x 20W x 14DWeight 200 lbs (net)Type ManualSpeeds 33 1/3, 45, 78Speed adj. ± 6%Motor type SynchronousDrive type BeltRumble -84 dB (DIN A -weighted) (mea-

sured with Thorens RMK adapter)Wow/flutter 0 02% (DIN)Features Custom-made to customer specifi-cation, can be supplied with many different tone -arms

TD -126C Mk. IIIPriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsSpeed adi.Motor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutter

$E0064,'41-1 x 19,/eW x 151/2D33 lbs. (net)Semiautomatic33 1/3; 45; 78± 3%DC servo controlledBelt-72 dB (DIN)0.035% (DIN)

En. arm mass 7 5 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0.5 to 3 gramsCable capac. 190 pFAntiskating Magnetic systemResonance 10 Hz (with Thorens TMC-63 car -

triage)Track. error 018 degree/cm radiusHeadshell RemovableCart. mass 3 to 7 gramsFeatures Automatic Pitch Control (APC) cor-rects turntable speed with changes on load onturntable, automatic cue -up and shut-off at end ofrecord play

TD -160B Mk. IIPriceDimensionsWeightTypeSpeedsMotor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutter

$295 (tonearm not included)6H x 17W x 14 3/16D19 lbs (net)Manual33 ' /3, 45AC 16 -pole synchronousBelt-70 dB (DIN)0.04% (DIN)

Features Blank tonearm board for custom in-stallation, extra predrilled accessory boards avail-able

Models also availableTC-126B Mk III, $645 (tonearm notincluded); TD -115, $435; TD -160Super, $395 (tonearm not in-cluded), TD -110, $350; TD -105,$335; TD -104, $270

TOSHIBAToshiba America, Inc.82 Totowa RoadWayne, N.J. 07470

SR -Q200Price $222 95

Dimensions 4 9/10H x 16 3/5W x 15DWeight 12 lbs 1 oz. (net)Type Fully automaticSpeeds 33, 45Motor type Slotless. coreless, quartz -lockedDrive type DirectRumble -75 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0025%Cueing YesTrack. force 0.25 to 3 gramsCable capac. 100 pFAntiskating YesTrack. error ± 2 degreesHeadshell Removable; proprietaryFeatures Straight tonearm, unit automati-cally sets record speed; acoustic isolation feet

SR -F200Price S179.95Dimensions 4 9/10H x 16 3/5W x 15DWeight 2 lbs 1 oz. (net)Type Fully automaticSpeeds 33 1/3, 45Speed adj. 4 3%Motor type Slotless, coreless DC servoDrive type DirectRumble -73 dB (DIN El -weighted)Wow/flutter C.028%Cueing YesTrack. force 0.25 to 3 gramsCable capac. 100 pFAntiskating YesTrack. error + 2 degreesHeadshell Removable, proprietaryFeatures Automatically selects turntablespeed, acoustic isolation feet; straight tcnearm

Models also availableSR -0300, $299 95; SR -0-100,$'99 95; SR -A200, $149.95; SR -F'00, $139.95; SR -A100, $114 95

YAMAHAYamaha International Corp.6600 Orangethorpe Ave.Buena Park, Calif. 90620

PX-2Price $900Dimensions 663/4H x 193/eW x 167/IDWeight 37 lbs. (net)Type Fu.Iy automaticSpeeds 33 1/3; 45Motor type 4 -phase, 8 -pole coreless DC Hall -

EffectDrive type DirectRumble -80 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0 01% (WRMS)En. arm mass 16 to 18 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0 to 2.5 gramsCable capac. 13C pFResonance 12 Hz (with Yamaha MC -1S car-

tridge)Track. error 0.15 degreeHeadshell UniversalFeatures Linear -tracking straight tonearm

P-450Price $180Dimensions 51/8H x 173/4W x 145/iDWeight 11 los (net)Type Fully automaticSpeeds 33 1/3, 45Speed adj. ± 3%Motor type FG servoDrive type BeltRumble -70 dB (DIN B -weighted)Wow/flutter 0 04% (WRMS)En. arm mass11 gramsCueing YesTrack. force 0 to 3 gramsCable capac. 100 pF

Antiskating YesResonance 12 Hz (with Shure V15 Type III car-

tridge;Track. error 1 degreeHeadshell RemovableFeatures Optimim mass straight tonearm;pitch control and strobe

Models also availableP-750, $260; P-550, $220, P-350,$140

ZENITHZenith Radio Corp.1000 Milwaukee Ave.Glenview, III. 60025

MC -9050Price $249.95Dimensions 6H x 19W x 143/4DWeight 12 lbs (net)Type SemiautomaticSpeeds 33 1/3, 45Speed adj. +3%Motor type Brushless, slotless, coreless DC

servomotorDrive type DirectRumble -70 dB (DIN)Wow/flutter 0 03% (DIN)Cueing YesTrack. force 0 to 4 gramsAntiskat ng 0 to 3 gramsTrack. error +2 degrees, 30 min. 1 degree, 40

mmHeadshell RemovableFeatures Front -panel controls, low center ofg-avity :onearm; Shure magnetic cartridge;damped cue; strobe, low resonance construction,removable dust cover

MC -9030PriceDimensicnsTypeSpeedsMotor typeDrive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueingTrack. forceAntiskatingTrack. error

$149 9573/eH x 161/4W x 14,/aDChanger33 1/3; 454 -pole, high -torque inductionBelt-50 dB (DIN)0.20% (DIN)Yes0 to 4 grams0 to 4 grams1- 3 degrees

Headshel RemovableFeatures Belt -drive, 4 -pole, high -torque in-dunon motor; automatic operation; single andmultiple -play capability; Shure magnetic -ellipticaldiamond stylus cartridge

MC -9035PriceDimensionsTypeSpeedsSpeed adj.Motor type

Drive typeRumbleWow/flutterCueingTrack. force

$139.956 2/3H x 16V4W x 15V4DChanger33 1/3; 45+3%24 -pole synchronous with capaci-tive phase shiftBelt-60 dB (DIN)0 08% (DIN)Yes0 to 4 grams

Antiskating 0 to 4 gramsTrack. error 3 degreesHeadshell FixedFeatures Automatic operation; strobe andpitch contro single and multiple -play record capa-bility, Shure magnetic cartridge

Models also availableMC 9025 $, 09 95, MC -9020$99

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