AIWA LP-3000 (1979) - Aiwa's Ultimate Turntable

The AIWA LP-3000 is a two-speed (33 and 45 rpm) programmable turntable with lateral-tracking arm, Quartz Direct Drive motor and remote control, introduced in 1979 (as LP-20X in Japan). It actually has 3 motors, one for arm elevation, one for lateral transport and the Quartz Direct drive platter motor. All essential controls are located on the front of the turntable so it can be operated even with the dust cover closed. With the help of a Microprocessor it is possible to program the playback of up to 15 tracks (in random order if desired). The "disc sensor" for track detecting is achieved by an LED and photo transistor located at the front of the dedicated headshell. The turntable is fitted with a MM cartridge while other cartridges can be used with additional sub weight. Two red LED display show you the speed/pitch/programm. Synchro operation for starting and stopping the turntable and an AIWA cassette deck (like AD-6900, AD-6700 or a TPR-950 portable stereo) is possible via a cable connected between the two units. The remote-control jack for the RM-20 wired remote control (sold as accessory) is located on the front of the unit. Technical data: Platter - Zinc diecast (310 mm diameter, 3.2 kg weight) | Wow&Flutter: 0.025% WRMS | SN ratio: 75dB (DIN-B) | Tonearm length: 182 mm | Dimensions: 480x150x439 mm | Weight: 15.2kg | Original sale price: 2500 DM (Germany) + 160 DM remote.