Teac TN-4D-SE Direct Drive Turntable

A sleek motor, developed exclusively for direct-drive turntables

The TN-4D-SE uses a sleek, brushless DC motor, offering crystal-locked speed accuracy, regulated by a computer-controlled feedback circuit and achieving low wow-and-flutter levels for a direct drive turntable, especially one with such a stylish, low-profile design.

Knife-edge, pivot-point tone-arm bearings

In collaboration with SAEC Corporation, a world-famous, high-end tonearm manufacturer, the TN-4D-SE's tonearm employs a knife-edge, pivot-point bearing. Unlike the case for tonearms with conventional bearings, any fine vertical movements encountered by this tonearm actually help in delivering a more dynamic sound with excellent resolution. The S-shaped tonearm also employs a universal headshell fitting, allowing users to quickly and easily swap cartridges/headshells, and supports a wide range of cartridge weights (from 14 - 23g / 0.5 - 0.8 oz.)

Precision anti-skating and stylus-pressure adjustment

As you might expect, the tonearm is equipped with a counterweight, for precise stylus-pressure adjustment, and an anti-skating mechanism.

Pre-installed Oyster cartridge by SUMIKO

The TN-4D-SE comes with a well-regarded Oyster MM cartridge from SUMIKO – a legendary American cartridge manufacturer. Regardless of the type of music, the Oyster cartridge delivers a powerful but insightful performance.

Built-in PHONO EQ amplifier supporting MM cartridges

The TN-4D-SE comes with a built-in PHONO EQ amplifier that allows you to directly connect the turntable to the line-level inputs of your existing hi-fi system. The NJM8080 IC from New Japan Radio Corporation is employed for op-amp duties, bringing up the level of the tiny signals received via the cartridge up to LINE level strength without any loss of quality.

Die-cast aluminium platter

In conjunction with the newly-developed motor, the high inertia, die-cast aluminium platter helps to achieve better speed stability.

Insulating feet with excellent shock absorption

The insulating feet comprise a machined aluminium shell topped with a rubber cushion that is fixed to the high-density MDF plinth. Thanks to their excellent shock absorption characteristics the TN-4D-SE is very resistant to acoustic feedback.

2-speed turntable for 33-⅓ and 45 rpm

The TN-4D-SE supports 33-⅓ and 45 rpm for LP and EP records. Our insistence on quality engineering can even be seen in the construction of the rotary control for start-up/speed selection, formed of machined aluminium.

Turntable Section

Type

Direct Drive

Motor

Brush-less DC Motor

Rotation Speeds

33-⅓ rpm, 45 rpm

Wow-and-Flutters

0.1%

S/N Ratio

67dB or higher (A-weighted, 20kHz LPF)

Turntable (Platter)

Material

Aluminium Die-cast

Diameter

30cm

Tone-arm Section

Type

S-shaped, Static-balanced

Effective Length

223mm

Needle Pressure Range

0g to 5.0g

Compatible Cartridge Weight

3.0g to 12.0g

14g to 23g (including Head-shell)

Head-shell and Cartridge sections

Type

MM-type (SUMIKO Oyster factory installed)

Output Voltage

4.0mV (1kHz)

Needle Pressure

1.5 to 2.5g (appropriate value: 2.3g)

Weight

5.3g

Head-shell weight

11g (including nuts, screws, and wires)

Compatible Stylus

Styluses for SUMIKO Oyster

Analog Outputs

Connector

RCA Pin jack × 1 pair (PHONO/LINE switchable)

Output Voltage

PHONO

4.0mV (1kHz)

LINE

224mV (–13dBV)

Operating Power

AC 100 to 240V, 50/60Hz

Power Consumption

2W

Standby Power

0.5W or less

Overall Dimensions (W×H×D)

420 × 117 × 356 mm /

16.5" × 4.6" × 14.0"

Weight

Approx. 6.1kg / 13.5 lbs.

Included Accessories

Felt Mat, EP Adapter, Counter Weight, Head-shell (SUMIKO Oyster installed), Platter, Dust Cover, Hinges × 2, RCA Audio cable with GND terminal, AC Adapter (GPE036W-24015), Owner's Manual (including Warranty Card)