Marantz - Model 6500 Turntable

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Model 6500 turntable, produced in 1975, in very good physical and functional condition, tested and usable, weighing about 10 kg, with no extras.

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Status: In perfect cosmetic and functional condition. Very well cared for.

Total Originality: Maintains 100% of its factory-original parts and components. A completely authentic collectible piece.

Rare Accessory Included: As shown in the additional photographs, this unit has its original automatic disk cleaner mounted, "WATTS DUST BUG" (see detail of the amber cleaning arm with its brush and roller intact). This vintage accessory is extremely rare to find in this condition and adds exceptional historical and functional value.

Origin: Single-owner provenance (a single owner since purchase).

Components: Impeccable original wooden plinth, original acrylic cover in good condition, silver front with all controls intact.

Drive System: Direct Drive servo-controlled.

Arm: S-shaped, mounted on gimbal bearings, designed to minimize distortion.

Automation: Auto-stop system at the end of the record to protect the stylus.

Speeds: 33 and 45 RPM with independent pitch control (±3%) and illuminated strobe for fine adjustment.

Wow & Flutter: Only 0.04% WRMS (ultra-stable rotation).

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Rumble): -60dB (clean sound).

Platter: Cast aluminum, high-mass (1.6 kg / 31 cm) with original anti-static mat.

Total weight of the setup: Approximately 10 kg (robust construction).

Status: In perfect cosmetic and functional condition. Very well cared for.

Total Originality: Maintains 100% of its factory-original parts and components. A completely authentic collectible piece.

Rare Accessory Included: As shown in the additional photographs, this unit has its original automatic disk cleaner mounted, "WATTS DUST BUG" (see detail of the amber cleaning arm with its brush and roller intact). This vintage accessory is extremely rare to find in this condition and adds exceptional historical and functional value.

Origin: Single-owner provenance (a single owner since purchase).

Components: Impeccable original wooden plinth, original acrylic cover in good condition, silver front with all controls intact.

Drive System: Direct Drive servo-controlled.

Arm: S-shaped, mounted on gimbal bearings, designed to minimize distortion.

Automation: Auto-stop system at the end of the record to protect the stylus.

Speeds: 33 and 45 RPM with independent pitch control (±3%) and illuminated strobe for fine adjustment.

Wow & Flutter: Only 0.04% WRMS (ultra-stable rotation).

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Rumble): -60dB (clean sound).

Platter: Cast aluminum, high-mass (1.6 kg / 31 cm) with original anti-static mat.

Total weight of the setup: Approximately 10 kg (robust construction).

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Marantz
Model
Model 6500
Multiple models
No
Physical condition
Very good
Number of objects
1
Includes
No extra's
Year of manufacturing
1975
Weight
10 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
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