Pioneer PL-990 VS
Thorens TD 170-1
- Brand - Pioneer
- Updated_at - 2023-12-18 19:07:23
- Frequency Response, Hz - 20 - 20000
- Brand - Thorens
- Updated_at - 2023-12-18 19:07:23
- Frequency Response, Hz - 20 - 22000
Pros & Cons
Pioneer PL-990
VSPros
- Fully Automatic Operation
- Built-in Phono Preamp
- Dual Speeds
- Offers balanced tonearm design
Cons
- Limited Connectivity Options
Thorens TD 170-1
VSPros
- Superior Build Quality
- Excellent Sound Quality
- Stylish Design
- Wide Range of Connectivity Options
Cons
- Higher Price Point
- Manual Operation
Specifications
| Specification | Pioneer PL-990 | Thorens TD 170-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Stylus | ||
| Type | moving magnet (MM) | moving magnet (MM) |
| Replaceable | ||
| Model | PZP1004 | Ortofon OM10 |
| Sound | ||
| Signal To Noise Ratio, Db | 50 | 68 |
| Frequency Response, Hz | 20 - 20000 | 20 - 22000 |
| Output Level | 4 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec | |
| Gain | ||
| Connections | ||
| Other | has not | has not |
| Rca | 1 | 1 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight, Kg/pounds | 2.6/5.8 | 4.6/8.8 |
| Size, Cm/inches | 10 x 42 x 34.2/3.9 x 16.5 x 13.5 | 11.9 x 44 x 36/4.3 x 17.3 x 14.1 |
| Cartridge | ||
| Supplied Headshell Weight, G | 3,5 | 5 |
| Appropriate Needle Pressure, G | 2,5 | 1,5 |
| Type | moving magnet (MM) | moving magnet (MM) |
| Motor | ||
| Wow & Flutter (wrms), % | 0.25 | |
| Torque | >4.5 kgf-cm | |
| Speed, Rpm | 33.3, 45 | 33.3, 45, 78 |
| Platter Type | aluminum diecast | aluminum diecast |
| Drive Method | belt | belt |
| Controls | ||
| Braking System | electronic | electronic |
| Pitch Variation, % | ||
| Pitch Control | ||
| Operation Type | full automatic | full automatic |
| Power | ||
| Power Consumption, W | 2 | 1.5 |
| Features | ||
| Other | has not | has not |
| 45 Rpm Adapter | ||
| Dust Cover |
