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.