TEAC TN-4D - Analog Turntable

Employing a new ultra-stable, direct-drive motor, a classically designed turntable with knife-edge tonearm bearings New motor, developed exclusively for direct-drive turntables The TN-4D uses a sleek, brushless DC motor, offering crystal-locked speed accuracy, regulated by a computer-controlled feedback circuit and achieving low wow-and-flutter levels for a direct drive turntable, especially one with such a stylish, low-profile design. Knife-edge, pivot-point tonearm bearings In collaboration with SAEC Corporation, a world-famous, high-end tonearm manufacturer, the TN-4D's tonearm employs a knife-edge, pivot-point bearing. Unlike the case for tonearms with conventional bearings, any fine vertical movements encountered by this tonearm actually help in delivering a more dynamic sound with excellent resolution. The S-shaped tonearm also employs a universal headshell fitting, allowing users to quickly and easily swap cartridges/headshells, and supports a wide range of cartridge weights (from 14 - 23g). Precision anti-skating and stylus-pressure adjustment As you might expect, the tonearm is equipped with a counterweight, for precise stylus-pressure adjustment, and an anti-skating mechanism. Pre-installed Oyster cartridge by SUMIKO The TN-4D comes with a well-regarded Oyster MM cartridge from SUMIKO – a legendary American cartridge manufacturer. Regardless of the type of music, the Oyster cartridge delivers a powerful but insightful performance. Built-in PHONO EQ amplifier supporting MM cartridges The TN-4D comes with a built-in PHONO EQ amplifier that allows you to directly connect the turntable to the line-level inputs of your existing hi-fi system. The NJM8080 IC from New Japan Radio Corporation is employed for op-amp duties, bringing up the level of the tiny signals received via the cartridge up to LINE level strength without any loss of quality. Die-cast aluminium platter In conjunction with the newly-developed motor, the high inertia, die-cast aluminium platter helps to achieve better speed stability. USB digital output A USB port on the back panel delivers CD-quality digital audio to your PC/Mac, allowing you to record/archive your vinyl in a high quality, digital audio format. Once you have archived your vinyl to digital, it’s a simple matter to listen to them while out and about, via a smartphone/portable audio player, or in your car (by burning them onto a CD-R or transferring them to a memory card/stick). And to ensure pristine signal transfer, gold-plated PHONO/LINE output terminals are employed to prevent analog audio signals from losing quality as a result of oxidation. Insulating feet with excellent shock absorption The insulating feet comprise a machined aluminium shell topped with a rubber cushion that is fixed to the high-density MDF plinth. Thanks to their excellent shock absorption characteristics the TN-4D is very resistant to acoustic feedback. 2-speed turntable for 33-⅓ and 45 rpm The TN-4D supports 33-⅓ and 45 rpm for LP and EP records. Our insistence on quality engineering can even be seen in the construction of the rotary control for start-up/speed selection, formed of machined aluminium. Features at a glance Direct-drive analog turntable Crystal-locked speed stability, thanks to a new brushless DC motor with feedback control Die-cast aluminium platter Knife-edge, pivot-point tonearm base, designed by high-end tonearm manufacturer SAEC Multi-layer piano black or natural walnut veneer finish Built-in PHONO EQ amplifier for high-quality sound (PHONO/LINE switchable) Audiophile-grade NJM8080 op-amp used in PHONO EQ stage Digital recording on PC/Mac via USB digital audio output 2-speed drive offering 33-⅓ and 45 rpm Gold-plated oxidation-resistant output connectors Oyster MM cartridge by SUMIKO Shock-absorbing insulating feet GND terminal RoHS compliant Included Accessories Felt Mat EP Adapter Counter Weight Head-shell (SUMIKO Oyster installed) Platter Dust Cover Hinges × 2 RCA Audio cable with GND terminal AC Adapter (GPE036W-24015) Owner's Manual (including Warranty Card) SPECIFICATIONS Type Direct Drive Motor Brush-less DC Motor Rotation Speeds 33- ⅓ rpm, 45 rpm Wow-and-Flutters 0.10% S/N Ratio 67dB or higher (A-weighted, 20kHz LPF) Turntable (Platter) Material Aluminium Die-cast Diameter 30cm Tone-arm section Type S-shaped, Static-balanced Effective Length 223mm Needle Pressure Range 0g to 5.0g Compatible Cartridge Weight 4.0g to 13.0g 14g to 23g (including Head-shell) Head-shell and Cartridge sections Type MM-type (SUMIKO Oyster factory installed) Output Voltage 4.0mV (1kHz) Needle Pressure 1.5 to 2.5g (appropriate value: 2.3g) Weight 5.3g Head-shell weight 10g (including nuts, screws, and wires) Compatible Stylus Styluses for SUMIKO Oyster Analog Outputs Connector RCA Pin jack × 1 pair (PHONO/LINE switchable) Output Voltage PHONO 4.0mV (1kHz) LINE 224mV (–13dBV) USB Output Connector USB B-type (DC 5V 100mA USB Bus power required) Audio Format PCM, 8k/11.025k/16k/22.5k/32k/44.1k/48kHz, 16bit Operating Power AC 100 to 240V, 50/60Hz Power Consumption 2W Standby Power 0.5W or less Overall Dimensions (W×H×D) 420 × 117 × 356 mm / 16.5" × 4.6" × 14.0” Weight Approx. 6.1kg / 13.5 lbs. Included Accessories Felt Mat, EP Adapter, Counter Weight, Head-shell (SUMIKO Oyster installed), Platter, Dust Cover, Hinges × 2, RCA Audio cable with GND terminal, AC Adapter (GPE036W-24015), Owner's Manual (including Warranty Card)