Philips GA 212

Sprung Chassis Belt-Drive Turntable

 

electronic speed control

Description

The Philips GA212 record player features electronic speed control employing a tacho-generator, photo-electronic off switch, floating suspension of turntable and pick up arm and electronic touch controls for start, speed selection and stop.

The important advantages which result from the electronic speed control are high stability of turntable speed, negligible wow and flutter and accurate speed adjustment.

The slow running high-torque motor, the high quality platter bearing and the precision drive belt ensure exceptionally low rumble transmission.

The high mechanical quality of the GA-212 will ensure that the excellent performance is maintained over a very long period.

Specifications

Drive method: belt drive

Speed control: electronic

Speeds: 33 and 45rpm

Speed adjustment range: +-3%

Wow and flutter: 0.1%

Rumble: 62dB

Arm friction: 15 mgf

Stylus force: 0.75 to 4g