Belt-drive turntable

TN-5BB

An Authentic Belt Drive Analog Turntable with XLR Balanced Output

可靠的皮帶驅動模擬唱盤具有XLR平衡輸出

This analog turntable, which supports MC balanced output, features a hybrid chassis that combines synthetic marble, washi paper and MDF materials along with a 9-inch S-shaped universal arm that utilizes a knife-edge bearing.

Turntables are the stages for drawing out the passion of the artists and the magic of their engineers that have been infused into records. With jet black synthetic marble and MDF finished in piano black, the TN-5BB is a truly worthy stage that achieves both functional suppression of unwanted vibrations as well a stately and modern design.

Using the built-in XLR jacks to team up with a phono amplifier that supports balanced connection, the slightest signals transmitted by the cartridge can be re-created with even greater intensity.

The knife-edge tone arm, which is an SAEC×TEAC collaboration, is another component that further enhances this musical stage. The 20mm thick acrylic platter is driven by our original Platter Rotation Sensing Servo System (PRS3).

Are you ready to experience the sound the artists and engineers really wanted you to hear?

這個模擬唱盤，它支持MC平衡輸出，具有混合底座，結合合成大理石，和纸和高密度MDF材料，以及9英寸的S形萬向臂，採用刀緣樞軸承。

唱盤是將藝術家的熱情和工程師的魔力，註入唱片的舞臺。與噴黑合成大理石和高密度MDF完成鋼琴的黑色烤漆，該TN-5BB是壹個真正有價值的舞臺，既實現了功能抑制不必要的振動，又完美呈現了莊嚴和現代的設計。
使用內置的XLR插孔，配合壹個唱機擴音機，支持平衡連接，通過唱頭傳輸的最輕微的信號可以以更大的強度被重新創建。
刀緣唱臂，這是壹個SAEC × TEAC合作，是另壹個組成部分，進壹步加強了這壹音樂舞臺。20mm厚的壓克力轉盤是由我們的原始轉盤旋轉傳感伺服系統（PRS3）驅動。

妳準備好體驗藝術家和工程師想讓妳聽到的聲音了嗎？

Hybrid chassis with multi-material makeup suppresses unwanted vibrations

運用多材料復合底座來抑制不必要的振動

The chassis has a multilayer structure combining a heavy 36mm MDF baseplate with high internal loss and a 12mm synthetic marble with outstanding rigidity. (The weight of the cabinet is 8.8kg.) Great feedback resistance has been realized with this excellent rigidity and vibration suppression. The tone arm and platter are mounted on the synthetic marble top plate while the motor, which causes vibration, is mounted to the MDF base plate. These separate structures using these materials as dampers isolate the tone arm and motor from each other. An overall structure with outstanding stillness has been realized that reduces the transmission of vibrations from the motor to the tone arm.

Based on our experience using Japanese washi paper turntable sheets and after repeated listening tests; we determined that the appropriate thickness, washi paper is the best material to use as a washer between the synthetic marble and the MDF for achieving optimal sound balance. By using washi rather than rubber or metal, the original vitality of the sound can be drawn out when records are played back.

底座採用多層結構，結合了重型36mm高密度MDF，內部損耗高，12mm合成大理石，具有出色的剛度。（底座重量為8.8kg）這種優良的剛度和減振性能實現了很好的反饋電阻。音調臂和轉盤安裝在人造大理石頂板上，而引起振動的電機安裝在高密度MDF基板上。這些獨立的結構使用這些材料作為阻尼器隔離音調臂和電機彼此。壹個整體的結構與出色的靜止已被實現，減少振動的傳輸從電機到唱臂。

根據我們使用日本和紙轉盤紙的經驗，經過反復的聽力測試，我們確定了合適的厚度，水洗紙是最好的材料使用作為墊圈之間的合成大理石和高密度MDF，以實現最佳的聲音平衡。通過使用和聲而不是橡膠或金屬，當播放唱片時，聲音的原始活力就會被激發出來。

PRS3 belt drive structure supports accurate and stable platter rotation

PRS3 皮帶驅動結構支持準確穩定的轉盤旋轉

Ideally, once started, platter rotation would continue by its own weight and inertia, but this is impossible, of course. The TN-5BB uses the belt drive method with a flat belt that transmits the power of the DC motor to the outer circumference of the platter. An optical sensor in the bottom of the platter detects the platter rotation speed, and an automatic rotation adjustment mechanism applies a servo to the motor in response. This Platter Rotation Sensing Servo System (PRS3) realizes high rotation precision that would be difficult to achieve with just inertia and a motor. Supporting three speeds, 33-⅓, 45 and 78 rpm, this turntable can play back old records as well as 78rpm records with high audio quality.

理想情況下，壹旦開始，轉盤旋轉將繼續自己的重量和慣性，當然這是不可能的。該TN-5BB使用帶驅動的方法與壹個扁平皮帶，傳輸DC直流電動機的外圓周的轉盤。轉盤底部的光學傳感器檢測盤片轉速，自動旋轉調節機構響應於電機施加伺服。這個轉盤旋轉傳感伺服系統（PRS3）實現高旋轉精度，僅慣性和電機這將是很難實現的。可支持以下三種速度，
33-⅓，45和78轉，這個轉盤可以播放舊的記錄，以及78rpm的高音頻質量唱片。

20mm thick acrylic platter

20mm厚壓克力轉盤

Acrylic with excellent levelness and internal loss is used for the platter. The 20mm-thick acrylic has 1.7kg weight and realizes high inertial momentum. The polyvinyl material used in records easily takes on negative electrical charges. Acrylic has this same property, but these materials are relatively close in triboelectric series*. This provides the advantage of making electrification difficult even if they directly rub against each other. Records can be placed directly on the platter without using a turntable sheet, allowing enjoyment of their clear sound.
*A triboelectric series is a list of materials ordered according to the ease that they develop positive and negative charges. Materials that are close in a triboelectric series do not easily develop electric charges even when directly rubbing together. In contrast, they develop charges more easily the farther they are from each other.

轉盤採用壓克力材料，具有優異的平整度和內部損耗。20mm厚的壓克力重量為1.7kg，並實現了高慣性動量。唱片用的聚乙烯材料容易帶負電荷。壓克力也有同樣的性質，但這些材料在摩擦電系列*中比較接近。這提供了優勢，使通電困難，即使他們直接摩擦對方。記錄可以直接放在盤上，而不使用轉盤紙，允許享受其清晰的聲音。
*摩擦電系列是按其產生正負電荷的難易程度排列的材料列表。摩擦電系列中的材料即使直接摩擦，也不容易產生電荷。相反，它們彼此離得越遠，就越容易產生電荷。

Reliable tracking realized with knife-edge tone arm that is an SAEC × TEAC collaboration

採用SAEC × TEAC協作的刀緣唱臂實現可靠跟蹤

This knife-edge tone arm was created in collaboration with SAEC, a Japanese brand with 40 years of tonearm design experience. Using a stainless-steel knife-edge bearing for the vertical movable part, we have realized record groove tracking that is highly sensitive and reliable. Furthermore, for the lateral movable part, a conventional structure that has a ball bearing at one point for support has been replaced with a structure that uses Japanese-made high-precision ball bearings at two points for support. The height of the tone arm base can be adjusted. The Vertical Tracking Angle (VTA) can be adjusted in a 6mm range and optimized for cartridges of various heights. The tone arm geometry adheres to the Baerwald alignment recommended by the IEC.

這把刀緣唱臂是與日本品牌SAEC合作創造的，SAEC擁有40年的音色器設計經驗。使用不銹鋼刀緣樞軸承的垂直移動部分，我們已經實現了唱片槽跟蹤，這是高度敏感和可靠的。此外，對於橫向活動部分傳統的結構的部分，有壹個球軸承在壹個點上的支持已被替換為壹個結構，使用日本制造的高精度滾珠軸承在兩個點上的支持。唱臂底座的高度可以調整。垂直跟蹤角（VTA）可以在6mm的範圍內進行調整，並針對不同高度的唱頭進行優化。唱臂的幾何形狀與IEC推薦的Baerwald對齊壹致。

Automatic arm lifting when playback ends

Using a powered arm lifter enables raising and lowering the arm with a single button and also employs a function that automatically lifts the arm by a contact-less optical sensor after playback ends. The automatic arm lifting function can be canceled when playing records that do not conform to standards.

播放結束時自動提臂

使用電動臂舉器，可以提高和降低手臂與壹個單壹的按鈕，也采用了壹個功能，自動解除手臂由無接觸光學傳感器後回放結束。播放不符合標準的唱片時，可取消自動擡臂功能。

Arm lead wire uses PC-Triple C material made by SAEC

Lead wire that uses PC-Triple C conductor made by SAEC is employed for the wiring inside the tone arm. With outstanding conductive performance, this conductor transmits even weak signals from analog records.

PC-Triple C
PC-Triple C realizes outstanding conductor performance using unique continuous forge extrusion technologies developed by FCM Co., Ltd. (an affiliate of Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.). Crystal grain boundaries that obstruct signal transmission are reduced as much as possible, and crystals are linked in the lengthwise direction.

臂引線採用SAEC生產的PC-Triple C材料

引線使用由SAEC制造的PC-Triple C導線，用於音臂內的布線。該導體具有優異的導電性能，甚至能從模擬唱片中傳輸微弱信號。

PC-Triple C
PC-Triple C利用獨特的連續鍛造擠壓技術，實現卓越的導體性能。該技術由FCM Co., Ltd.（Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.的附屬公司）提供。阻礙信號傳輸的晶體晶界盡可能地減小，晶體沿縱向連接。

Ortofon 2M RED included as standard MM cartridge

包含MM型唱頭Ortofon 2M RED標準搭載

Ortofon 2M RED MM cartridges included with this model have an established reputation. Since it is already installed and aligned with the head-shell, records can be enjoyed soon after getting the turntable out and setting it up.

包括Ortofon 2M RED MM型唱頭的這種型號已經有了壹定的聲譽。由於已經安裝並與頭殼對齊，所以在得到唱片翻轉和設置後，可以很快的享受唱片音樂。

XLR balanced output connectors are optimal for balanced MC transmission

XLR平衡輸出連接器是平衡MC傳輸的最佳選擇

In addition to ordinary RCA connectors, XLR connectors are also available for analog output. A variety of commercially available cables can be used to connect with a PE-505 or other external phono equalizer that supports balanced XLR input.

除了普通的RCA連接器，XLR連接器也可用於模擬輸出。各種市售電纜可用於連接壹個PE-505或其他外部唱機均衡器，支持平衡XLR輸入。

Attractive design contrasts the combination of pearl black and piano black with silver parts

吸引人的設計對比結合珍珠黑和鋼琴黑與銀色部分

The fundamental theme of this design is the contrast between black and silver. The MDF used in the cabinet has a piano black finish with a beautiful luster. In addition, the synthetic marble that comprises the top panel appears to be jet black when viewed from a distance, but it sparkles at points in pearl black when seen closer up. This appearance also changes depending on the viewing angle. Although simple, this design inspires aesthetic joy to the eye. Moreover, we incorporated extruded aluminum components with a luxurious feel for the operation knobs and the arm lift switch, as well as the feet.

這個設計的基本主題是黑色和銀色的對比。在底座中使用的高密度MDF有壹個鋼琴黑色拋光，具有美麗的光澤。此外，由頂部面板組成的合成大理石從遠處看似乎是深黑色的，但近距離看時，它在珍珠黑色的點處閃閃發光。這個外觀也會隨著視角的不同而改變。這個設計雖然簡單，卻給人以賞心悅目的觀感。此外，我們還為操作旋鈕，手臂升降開關以及腳部添加了鋁制的擠壓部件，給人壹種奢華的感覺。

Features at a glance

• Rotation speeds of 33-⅓, 45 and 78 RPM supported
• Platter Rotation Sensing Servo System (PRS3)
• Static-balanced knife-edge-bearing tone arm
• VTA adjustment (tone arm height adjustment) function (+6 mm)
• Cabinet weight of 10.6 kg
• Platter weight of 1.7 kg (20mm-thick acrylic)
• Anti-skating function
• Powered arm lifter
• Non-contact detection automatic arm lift function (can be turned on/off)
• XLR balanced output connectors
• Unbalanced RCA output connectors
• GND connector
• Height-adjustable machined aluminum feet at four points
• Acrylic dust cover
• Cast aluminum head shell (lead wire) included
• Supports cartridge weights of 15–23 g (including head-shell)
• RCA and ground cables included
• L wrench for arm lifter height adjustment
• L wrench for VTA adjustment
• Cartridge alignment gauge

功能列表

• 支持33-⅓、45和78 RPM的轉速
• 轉盤旋轉傳感伺服系統 (Platter Rotation Sensing Servo System = PRS3)
• 静態平衡刀緣樞軸承唱臂
• VTA調整（唱臂高度調整）功能（+6mm）
• 底座重10.6 kg
• 壓克力重1.7kg（20mm厚壓克力）
• 防滑功能
• 動力臂升降機
• 非接觸式檢測自動擡臂功能（可開/關）
• XLR平衡输出
• RCA非平衡输出
• 接地端子
• 鋁制的四個腳可以自由調節高度
• 壓克力唱盤蓋
• 包括鑄鋁唱頭殼（引線）
• 支持15-23g的唱頭重量（包括唱頭殼）
• 包括RCA和接地電纜
• 升臂升降器高度調節用L型扳手
• L型扳手用於VTA調整
• 唱頭對準量規

Spec description
Turntable section     
Drive system    Rotation-detection-type high-precision control belt drive
Motor    DC motor
Rotation speed    33-⅓rpm, 45rpm, 78prm
Wow and flutter    0.1% or less
Platter    Acrylic, 30cm diameter
Tonearm section     
Arm type    Static-balanced S-shaped tone arm
Effective arm length    223mm
Suitable cartridge weight    4.0 to 13.0g (14 to 23 g including head-shell)
Overhang    18mm
Arm height adjustment range    approx. 6mm
Cartridge section     
Type    MM
Output voltage    5.5 mV (1kHz, 5cm/s)
Tracking force    1.8g
Cartridge weight    7.2g
Included head-shell weight:    10g (including screws, nuts and wires)
Replacement record stylus model    Ortofon 2M Red • Stylus lifespan depends on use conditions but is usually about 1000 hours.
Phono Outputs     
Balanced     
Connector    XLR × 1 pair
Unbalanced     
Connector    RCA × 1 pair
Power    AC 100 to 240V, 50/60Hz (AC Adapter)
Power Consumption    2.0W or less (0.3W at Standby)
Overall Dimensions (W×H×D)    450 × 148 × 351 mm / 17.1" × 5.8" × 13.8" (with dust cover closed)
450 × 420 × 410 mm / 17.1" × 16.5" × 16.1" (with dust cover open)
450 × 135 × 351 mm / 17.1" × 5.3" × 13.8" (with dust cover removed)
Including protrusions (when arm holder at the highest position)
Weight    approx. 10.5kg / 23.2 lbs.