Lesa - Mady 4 Universal Record player
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Lesa Mady 4 Universal portable record player from 1970, in good physical condition and tested and working, weighing 2040 g with one item and no extras.
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General Information
Country: Italy
Manufacturer: LESA – Milan
Model: Mady 4 Universal
Year: 1970
Category: Portable Record Player / Audio Amplifier
Radiomuseum ID: 133374
Technical Specifications
Type: Portable record player (Mangiadischi)
Speeds: 33 / 45 RPM
Number of transistors: 7
Semiconductors used:
Silicon transistors (audio amplification stages)
Silicon signal diodes
(Exact component references may vary depending on production batch)
Main principle: Audio amplification
Cartridge: Ceramic cartridge type C1
Stylus: Sapphire stylus type C1-33
Output power: Approx. 1 Watt
Power Supply
Mains operation: 200–240V
6 × 1.5V batteries
9V DC via 5-pin DIN socket
Power consumption: 150 mA
Optional GD1 cable available for car battery operation
Construction & Dimensions
Loudspeaker: Permanent Magnet Dynamic (moving coil)
Material: Plastic housing (no bakelite or catalin)
Shape: Portable set (> 8 inch), usable without mains
Dimensions (W × H × D): 320 × 100 × 250 mm
Weight: 2 kg
Description
A stylish and compact LESA Mady 4 Universal portable record player, manufactured in Milan, Italy in 1970.
This classic Italian “mangiadischi” plays 33 and 45 RPM vinyl records and features a ceramic C1 cartridge with sapphire stylus. Equipped with a 7-transistor amplification stage delivering approximately 1 Watt output, it offers warm vintage analog sound in a fully portable format.
The unit can operate on batteries, external 9V DC via DIN socket, or mains power using the optional AL-9 power supply. An optional cable allowed connection to a car battery, making it a versatile portable solution in its time.
A charming piece of 1970s Italian design — perfect for collectors of vintage audio equipment, portable turntables, or mid-century electronics.
General Information
Country: Italy
Manufacturer: LESA – Milan
Model: Mady 4 Universal
Year: 1970
Category: Portable Record Player / Audio Amplifier
Radiomuseum ID: 133374
Technical Specifications
Type: Portable record player (Mangiadischi)
Speeds: 33 / 45 RPM
Number of transistors: 7
Semiconductors used:
Silicon transistors (audio amplification stages)
Silicon signal diodes
(Exact component references may vary depending on production batch)
Main principle: Audio amplification
Cartridge: Ceramic cartridge type C1
Stylus: Sapphire stylus type C1-33
Output power: Approx. 1 Watt
Power Supply
Mains operation: 200–240V
6 × 1.5V batteries
9V DC via 5-pin DIN socket
Power consumption: 150 mA
Optional GD1 cable available for car battery operation
Construction & Dimensions
Loudspeaker: Permanent Magnet Dynamic (moving coil)
Material: Plastic housing (no bakelite or catalin)
Shape: Portable set (> 8 inch), usable without mains
Dimensions (W × H × D): 320 × 100 × 250 mm
Weight: 2 kg
Description
A stylish and compact LESA Mady 4 Universal portable record player, manufactured in Milan, Italy in 1970.
This classic Italian “mangiadischi” plays 33 and 45 RPM vinyl records and features a ceramic C1 cartridge with sapphire stylus. Equipped with a 7-transistor amplification stage delivering approximately 1 Watt output, it offers warm vintage analog sound in a fully portable format.
The unit can operate on batteries, external 9V DC via DIN socket, or mains power using the optional AL-9 power supply. An optional cable allowed connection to a car battery, making it a versatile portable solution in its time.
A charming piece of 1970s Italian design — perfect for collectors of vintage audio equipment, portable turntables, or mid-century electronics.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Lesa
Model
Mady 4 Universal
Multiple Models
No
Physical condition
Good
Nr of items
1
Includes
No extra's
Year of Manufacturing
1970
Weight
2040 g
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
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