Pioneer PL-30-K VS Denon VL12 PRIME
Pioneer PL-30-K
  • Brand - Pioneer
  • Frequency Response, Hz - 20 - 20000
  • Manual - pl-30-k.pdf
Denon VL12 PRIME
  • Brand - Denon
  • Frequency Response, Hz - N/A
  • Manual - vl12-prime.pdf

Pros & Cons

Pioneer PL-30-K

VS

Pros

    • Automatic operation for convenience
    • Built-in phono preamp for easy connection
    • Stylus upgrade available for better sound
    • Sturdy construction for long-lasting performance

Cons

    • Short output cables
    • Non-replaceable cartridge

Denon VL12 PRIME

VS

Pros

    • High Torque Motor
    • Adjustable Pitch Range
    • Built-in RGB Lighting
    • Various connectivity options

Cons

    • Higher price tag
    • Heavy and larger in size

Specifications

Specification Pioneer PL-30-K Denon VL12 PRIME
Motor
Drive Method belt direct
Wow & Flutter (wrms), % 0.1 0.15
Torque >5 kgf-cm
Speed, Rpm 33.3, 45 33.3, 45
Platter Type aluminum diecast aluminum diecast
Sound
Output Level 2.5 mV/±3 dB, 1 kHz
Gain
Signal To Noise Ratio, Db 60
Frequency Response, Hz 20 - 20000
Features
45 Rpm Adapter
Dust Cover
Other has not has not
Stylus
Model AT3600L
Type moving magnet (MM) dual magnet
Replaceable
Connections
Other has not has not
Rca 1 1
Dimensions
Weight, Kg/pounds 5.6/12.3 12.4/27.4
Size, Cm/inches 11 x 43.5 x 37.2/4.6 x 17.3 x 14.1 15 x 45.1 x 35.5/5.9 x 17.8 x 14
Cartridge
Supplied Headshell Weight, G 10
Appropriate Needle Pressure, G 3,5
Type moving magnet (MM) dual magnet
Controls
Braking System electronic electronic
Pitch Variation, % +/-8, +/-16, +/-50
Pitch Control
Operation Type full automatic full automatic
User Manual
Manual pl-30-k.pdf vl12-prime.pdf
Power
Power Consumption, W 2

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