Luxman PD-284
A direct-drive turntable built in Japan with a die-cast aluminum platter and brushless DC servo motor.
Overview
It features a 30cm die-cast aluminum platter weighing 1.6kg and operates at 33-1/3 and 45 RPM. Designed with a brushless and slotless DC servo motor, it delivers precise speed control with wow and flutter measured at no more than 0.035% W.R.M.S. The turntable was part of Luxman’s premium line, emphasizing solid build quality and reliable performance.
Specifications
| Net weight | 5.4 kg (11.9 lbs) |
| Gross weight | 7.0 kg (15.4 lbs) |
| Drive system | Direct-drive |
| Motor | Brushless and slotless DC servo motor |
| Platter | 30cm aluminium die-cast, 1.6kg |
| Speeds | 33-1/3 rpm, 45 rpm |
| Wow & Flutter | No more than 0.035% W.R.M.S. |
| Color | Silver |
| Manufactured in | Japan |
Design
The Luxman PD-284 uses an auto lift-up mechanism and a direct-drive system with a brushless, slotless DC servo motor for stable rotation. The 1.6kg die-cast aluminum platter contributes to inertia and speed consistency.
Market
Listings indicate the PD-284 trades in the used market with varying conditions and configurations, including models paired with the MA505 tonearm. Some users note the feet as a weak point, with replacement sets available. Past sale references range from under $500 to $3,900 for fully equipped examples.
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