RX-1500

About the RX-1500

The Micro Seiki RX-1500 is a rare and highly regarded 2-speed turntable produced between 1982 and 1990. It features a sophisticated quadruplex suspension system composed of coil springs, rubber diaphragm supported pistons, compressed air, and high viscosity oil to effectively guard against vibration and microphonic feedback. Some versions, such as the RX-1500VG and RX-1500FVG, include a vacuum suction pump that secures the record to the platter, reducing warps and resonances, with the FVG model adding an air bearing system that floats the heavy platter to eliminate mechanical friction. The turntable uses a DC servo motor with speeds of 33.33 and 45 rpm, a speed adjustment range of ±3%, wow and flutter of 0.025% WRMS, and a signal-to-noise ratio of 75 dB. It supports up to four tonearms and is known for its quiet, accurate motor and excellent sound quality. The RX-1500 series includes several variants with different platter materials and motor configurations, such as the RX-1500D, RX-1500G, and RX-1500VFG. The turntable is heavy and robust, weighing around 33 kg, and was originally manufactured in Japan. It is considered a collector's item and is no longer in production.