Mar 12, 2009 · The only turntable Pioneer sold without a tonearm, so audiophiles could choose to mount their own (SME 3009 was recommended) although Pioneer also offered two possible tonearm choices for it.) PL-630 (Similar to PL-C590 in many important respects, but fully automatic.) PL-L1000 (Pioneer's more successful, if lighter-weight, successor to the PL-L1)

Jan 27, 2010 · Due to a very narrow exposure of Pioneer turntables, the best I have heard is the Pioneer Pl-550. Using the best available cartridge in my very narrow and low price range, the Denon DL-160. I have only heard three extensively. An early Pioneer idler drive, Pioneer Pl-A35 belt drive, and the star of the lot direct drive Pioneer PL-550!:thmbsp:

Jan 23, 2018 · Pioneer has had a mixed bag of turntables over many years, ranging from not so good to superb. I happen to like CEC built turntables in better models, and own one myself. Only CEC built turntables I don't like are all DC motor, belt drives (the AC motor belt drives are favorites) as I don't like the Matsushita DC servo motor used on those models.

Mar 12, 2009 · The Pioneer pisses on it from such a great height it is amusing. I trust Gromits ears, so I accept modding and re-PSUing get the Techy pretty near. BUT an unmodded bog standard PL-71 is the best (most musical) turntable I have ever heard in my life, and I have owned at least 6 different belt drives including Linn and designed and manufacturered ...

Nov 12, 2011 · Look in the PIONEER DATABASE at the top of the Forum. There is a database list of most everything PIONEER made and when, with price, etc. PL-50. TWO VERSIONS 1972 S 1973 T PL-50 (1972) R Turntable Uses Cartridge: PC-35 1979 Z 1981 B PL-50 (1979) R 230 $ Turntable BD Uses Cartridge: PC-50 PL-520

Mar 14, 2007 · don't do the 530. i've had two and had the same problems with both. auto return was real weak, barely making it to the rest, sometimes not coming close. platter speed was jerky and hard to dial in. ugh, super frustrating. they did sound good though. very heavy duty. i hate when you hit stop and you have to wait over 10 seconds for the table to shut off. makes …

Jun 28, 2009 · Pioneer Exclusive P3a.An improved version of the P3. The only Pioneer turntable which comes close is the lesser model of the same series the Exclusive P10. All other Pioneer turntables are nowhere near in the same league,and should not be considered.

Sep 7, 2014 · Hi, Back in late 70s, probably '76 to '78 time frame I purchased my first stereo system. I picked a SX-780 along with a Pioneer turntable but I can't for the life of me remember what model I had purchased. I was shortly out of highschool and working my first real job. I didn't have a buttload...

Feb 16, 2021 · I like Pioneer brand from many years and id like to buy a pioneer model. I know many models of Pioneer front turntable but id like to buy one of the best if not the best model out there. I know PS 88fl that i believe is one of the best, the ps910 PS 44fl etc. So can someone Tell me please a top 5 Pioneer front loader turntables please. Many thanks

Jan 10, 2006 · Just out of interest - on most of my Pioneer cassette decks there is a date of manufacture label on the motors which corresponds very well with the method outlined by Dr. Strangelove. :thmbsp: For example on my CT-F1000, serial number XK 9301388, the capstan motor is dated 05-Sep-77 and the reel motor 30-Sep-77.