Sony PS-LX300H (1996)
Belt-drive turntable with built-in phono preamp, released for straightforward vinyl playback.
Overview
The Sony PS-LX300H is a belt-drive turntable released in 1996 as part of Sony’s entry-level PS-LX300 series. Designed for simplicity and reliability, it features manual operation, a built-in phono preamp, and an auto-stop function that halts playback when the record ends. The turntable includes a dust cover and dampening feet to reduce vibration, supporting consistent performance. It was marketed as a practical option for enjoying vinyl with basic, user-friendly features.
Specifications
| Turntable/Platter | 331mm die-cast aluminium alloy |
| Turntable mass | Approximately 900g |
| Speeds | 33 1/3 and 45 rpm |
| Drive system | Belt drive |
| Motor | DC motor |
| Speed adjustment range | ±10% (with strobe for verification) |
| Wow and flutter | 0.15% WRMS |
| Rumble | –70 dB (DIN B) |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 55 dB (DIN-B) |
| Start-up time | Within 1 second at 33 1/3 rpm |
| Tone arm type | Static balance type, S-shaped pipe arm |
| Tone arm effective length | 230 ± 2 mm |
| Overhang | 15 mm |
| Usable cartridge weight | 3 to 8 g |
| Needle pressure adjustment range | 0 g to 3 g |
| Recommended tracking force | 2.5 g ± 0.5 g |
| Cartridge type | MM (Moving Magnet) |
| Stylus | 0.6 mil diamond stylus |
| Exchange needle | CN-251 |
| Output voltage | 6 mV (1 kHz) |
| Channel separation | 20 dB (1 kHz) |
| Channel balance | Within 2.5 dB (1 kHz) |
| Power supply | 100 VAC, 50/60 Hz (regional variants: 110–120V or 220–240V) |
| Power consumption | 6 W or less |
| Dimensions | 450 mm (W) × 160 mm (H) × 360 mm (D) |
| Weight | Approx. 7 kg |
| Operation type | Manual operation |
| Features | Built-in phono preamp, dust cover, auto-stop function, dampening feet |
| Audio outputs | Stereo L/R RCA |
| Color | Black |
Design
The PS-LX300H uses a die-cast aluminum platter with a large moment of inertia for stable rotation and reduced speed fluctuations. A large insulator helps absorb external vibrations, while an internal anti-skating mechanism ensures balanced tracking. The S-shaped static-balance tonearm supports interchangeable cartridges and shells, and the turntable includes a strobe for verifying speed accuracy.
Market
Originally priced at ¥35,000 in 1996, the PS-LX300H is currently listed on the secondary market at prices up to $289.99 for used units. Replacement belts may be needed for older models, as belt degradation over time can affect performance.
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