Lesa - Mady 4 Universal Platenspeler

General Information

Country: Italy
Manufacturer: LESA – Milano
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.