A direct-drive, fully automatic turntable made in Japan,
Overview
It was not a flagship. It sat in a Sansui turntable lineup that included the SR-636, SR-737, and SR-838. It plays 33 and 45 rpm, and measured wow and flutter is 0.025% with rumble of 70 dB. The motor is a 20-pole brushless DC type with electronic servo control, which keeps the speed stable.
Specifications
| Made in | Japan |
| Drive type | Direct drive |
| Motor | 20-pole brushless DC |
| Speeds | 33 and 45 rpm |
| Wow and flutter | 0.025% wrms |
| Rumble | 70 dB |
| Weight | 9.2 kg |
| Dimensions | 460 x 166 x 370 mm (WxHxD) |
| Original price | 800 DM |
Design
The SR-535 uses a 20-pole electronic servo motor and a tonearm designed for exceptionally high stability. Together they give accurate tracking during playback.
Product Family
The SR-535 belonged to a series of Sansui turntables that included the SR-636, SR-737, and SR-838. That points to a structured product lineup in the late 1970s.
Market
One recent sale listed a near-mint SR-535 at $194.22 plus shipping. Replacement repair kits are available, including capacitor sets. Stylus replacements are a common need.
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