YAMAHA TT-S303 Hi-Fi Vinyl Belt Drive Turntable – Piano Black
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Description
• Static balanced straight tone arm creates accurate stylus pressure for accurate tracking and sound reproduction • A rigid cabinet with large internal loss suppresses unnecessary vibration • Belt-driven high inertia platter with DC motor to achieve Stable rotation • Built-in phono preamp for line or phono output • Yamaha Piano Black finish that shows off your style and your records. • Signal To Noise Ratio:67 dB or higher (A-weighted, 20 kHz, LPF)
Details
General
- Brand
- Yamaha
- Model Name
- TT-S303BL
- Manufacturer
- Yamaha Electronics
- Mfr Part Number
- TT-S303BL
- Model Number
- TT-S303BL
- Item Type Name
- Yamaha Modern Turntable Piano Black (TT-S303BL)
- Unit Count
- 1.0 Count
- Warranty Description
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
Audio
- Maximum Rotational Speed
- 9200 RPM
- Additional Features
- Adjustable Speed
- Compatible Devices
- Integrate amplifier
- Cycles
- DC Motor
- Signal Format
- Analog
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio
- 67 dB
Connectivity
- Connectivity Technology
- Wired
- Built-In Media
- manual, stylus, turntable
Power
- Voltage
- 120 Volts
- Power Source
- Corded Electric
Style
- Style Name
- Turntable
- Color
- Piano Black
- Enclosure Material
- Plastic
Dimensions
- Item Weight
- 10.6 Pounds
- Item Dimensions L x W x H
- 17.75"L x 17.75"W x 14.5"H
Frequently asked questions
- Does this turntable have a built-in phono preamp?
- Yes. The description says it has a built-in phono preamp for line or phono output.
- What finish and color does it come in?
- It has a Yamaha Piano Black finish, and the color is listed as Piano Black.
- What kind of drive system and motor does it use?
- It uses a belt-driven high inertia platter with a DC motor to achieve stable rotation.
Customer reviews
This is an elegant and high performing design for the hi-fi enthusiast.
Replaced my Technics SLQ-300 purchased new in 1976. Included cartridge is very low quality. This table deserves far better. Now have Ortofon Red and albums sound amazing. Like having new recordings. Of course, defects (scratches, pops, etc.) are also highlighted. Phono pre-amp seems to be very good. Recording to computer using Audacity software (free) produces very high quality files. Initial setup of tone arm balance is a little fiddly but once mastered works well. Anti skating setting is vague but works very well when dialed in. Suggest using a tone arm scale for final adjustment. My table was running fast (over 35 rpm) as delivered. Trimming screw on the underside allowed me to adjust the speed closer to optimal. This is a trial and error process and not recommended for those new to turntables. Online apps are available for the iPhone which use its accelerometer to determine rotational speed. In sum, this is a high quality unit as expected of Yamaha. The piano black lacquer finish is spectacular and the silver/black presentation is elegant. It must be noted that this is a completely manual unit; it lacks automatic initial set down and the tone arm must be manually lifted at the end of the record.
Replaced my Technics SLQ-300 purchased new in 1976. Included cartridge is very low quality. This table deserves far better. Now have Ortofon Red and albums sound amazing. Like having new recordings. Of course, defects (scratches, pops, etc.) are also highlighted. Phono pre-amp seems to be very good. Recording to computer using Audacity software (free) produces very high quality files. Initial setup of tone arm balance is a little fiddly but once mastered works well. Anti skating setting is vague but works very well when dialed in. Suggest using a tone arm scale for final adjustment. My table was running fast (over 35 rpm) as delivered. Trimming screw on the underside allowed me to adjust the speed closer to optimal. This is a trial and error process and not recommended for those new to turntables. Online apps are available for the iPhone which use its accelerometer to determine rotational speed. In sum, this is a high quality unit as expected of Yamaha. The piano black lacquer finish is spectacular and the silver/black presentation is elegant. It must be noted that this is a completely manual unit; it lacks automatic initial set down and the tone arm must be manually lifted at the end of the record.
I’m impressed
I was a set on buying a Rega P1 when I saw this model used for $200 for the Amazon Warehouse. I brought it thinking what the heck if I don’t like it I could just return it well this is a keeper for sure! First off props to Amazon the “Used” Turntable was brand new the box was justed opened. I replaced an AT IP60 and this Yamaha Smokes the AT they are not even in the same League. The finish on the Yamaha is beautiful the pictures dont do it justice. The sound is were it shines it sounds Amazing I dont use the built in pre my Yamaha 780 has a pre built into it. Make sure you setup the Tonearm correctly I found a really good Video on Youtube and brought a scale on Amazon as Recommend it in video.
I was a set on buying a Rega P1 when I saw this model used for $200 for the Amazon Warehouse. I brought it thinking what the heck if I don’t like it I could just return it well this is a keeper for sure! First off props to Amazon the “Used” Turntable was brand new the box was justed opened. I replaced an AT IP60 and this Yamaha Smokes the AT they are not even in the same League. The finish on the Yamaha is beautiful the pictures dont do it justice. The sound is were it shines it sounds Amazing I dont use the built in pre my Yamaha 780 has a pre built into it. Make sure you setup the Tonearm correctly I found a really good Video on Youtube and brought a scale on Amazon as Recommend it in video.
Great Turntable
Love this turntable! Easy to assemble and puts out some great music and memories! Looking forward to going thru my album collection and hearing my favorite music again!
Love this turntable! Easy to assemble and puts out some great music and memories! Looking forward to going thru my album collection and hearing my favorite music again!
Yamaha Turntable
A quality product from Yamaha. Easy set up and a great design!
A quality product from Yamaha. Easy set up and a great design!
