Sony PS-HX500
Pros & Cons
Pros
- This model comes with the Sony software which facilitates the process of vinyl ripping. It is compatible with Apple Garageband.
- The assembly process is easy and fast – follow the manual.
- The audio quality is amazing (excellent quality from the RCA audio out).
- Electronic speed selector is convenient for moving from albums to singles.
- Parallel lines at the top simplify cartridge alignment.
Cons
- The tonearm is manual and it does not return when it reaches the end. No auto-stop.
- Recording software is incompatible with the latest version of Mac iOS.
Specification
Power
Motor Type
DC
Power Consumption, W
3
Cartridge
Type
moving magnet (MM)
Supplied Headshell Weight, G
3
Appropriate Needle Pressure, G
2,5
Motor
Speed, RPM
33.3, 45
Platter Type
aluminum diecast
Drive Method
belt
Wow & Flutter (WRMS), %
0.25
Torque
>1.6 kgf-cm
Controls
Pitch Control
Operation Type
manual
Braking System
electronic
Pitch Variation, %
FEATURES
Other
AC adaptor
45 RPM Adapter
Dust Cover
Sound
Output Level
Pre-amp "PHONO": 3 mV nominal at 1 kHz. Pre-amp "LINE": 190 mV nominal at 1 kHz
Gain
Signal To Noise Ratio, DB
50
Frequency Response, Hz
20 - 20000
Stylus
Model
ATN-3601
Type
moving magnet (MM)
Replaceable
Connections
Other
AC adaptor
USB
1
RCA
1
Dimensions
Weight, Kg/pounds
2.8/6.2
Size, Cm/inches
10.4 x 43 x 36.6/6.2 x 18.5 x 16.3