Marantz

Marantz TT42P Fully Automatic Belt Drive Turntable 

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Specifications

  • DIMENSIONS:25 x 16.56 x 5.18 inches
  • WEIGHT:2 pounds
  • MOTOR TYPE: DC Motor
  • MATERIAL: Plastic

Turntables have made a comeback with a modern twist, combining the advantages of technology with vintage appeal. You may now listen to your most beloved albums or purchase new vinyl records from contemporary musicians. Don’t worry if your audio receiver lacks a phono input. You may effortlessly connect the TT42P to any line-level audio input of home stereo, powered speakers, or other component thanks to the built-in phono amp.

Overview

  1. Dust cover
  2. Hinge
  3. Cueing lift lever
  4. Speed selector
  5. Tone arm support with tonearm lock
  6. Automatic start-stop switch
  7. Stylus
  8. Transport locking
  9. Audio Cinch plugs
  10. Earth wire
  11. Connection socket for mains set 12 V/D.C.

Preliminary operations

Unpack the unit and all accessories. Please keep the packaging for future use when transporting the device. Remove the two transport lockings 8 by pressing them sidewards (fig. 1).

Fit the platter and depress the locking mechanism in its center until it engages in the groove of the platter spindle (fig. 2). Place the platter mat in position.

Insert the hinges 2 in the appropriate recesses (fig. 3). Slide the cover 1 parallel to the position of the hinges 2 (opening angle approximately 60) until it locks in position. In this position, the cover can be removed at any time.

Supply of the mains set. The delivered mains set will be connected to the Socket 11. The mains set, corresponding to the voltage indication on the nameplate has to be plugged in to a power-supply plug either with 230V/50 Hz or 115 V/60 Hz on the primary side.

Connection to amplifier or receiver
  • Connect the audio cables to the phono-magnetic inputs of the amplifier or receiver (red RCA-type plug- right channel, white RCA-type plug left channel).
  • Connect earth wire 10 to the earth connector of your amplifier.
  • Automatic start, speed selection
  • The record diameter for automatic start is also preselected when the record speed 33 or 45 rpm 4 is selected.
  • Remove the stylus guard cap by pulling it forwards and disengage the tonearm and set switch 6 to Start.
  • The tonearm is lowered automatically onto the record.
Manual start, cue control
  • Select the required platter speed, 33 or 45 rpm, by means of the switch 4, swivel the stylus protection cap upwards, set the cueing lever 3 to position down.
  • Now position the tonearm over the lead-in groove of the record. The tonearm is now lowered slowly onto the record using the Cueing lever 3.
  • The tonearm is lowered slowly, thus preventing damage to your records. The tonearm can be raised at any position, also for brief interruptions when playing, by means of the cue control lever (cueing lever in position.The platter continues to rotate in this case.

Stylus DN 251 S

The stylus is subject to natural wear and tear during normal playing. Therefore, we recommend you occasionally check the stylus and, in the case of diamond styli, this should be carried out after approximately 300 playing hours. Worn or damaged (splintered) styli chisel the modulation from the grooves and destroy records. Therefore, only use the stylus types recommended in the technical data of the cartridge as replacement cartridges. Imitated styli result in audible quality losses and increased wear and tear of records. Pull off the stylus slanting downwards. Insert the stylus in the reverse mode (fig. 4).

WARRANTY

For warranty information, contact your local Marantz distributor. Retain your purchase receipt. Your purchase receipt is your permanent record of a valuable purchase. It should be kept in a safe place to be referred to as necessary for insurance purposes or when corresponding with Marantz.

IMPORTANT
When seeking warranty service, it is the responsibility of the consumer to establish proof and date of purchase. (Your purchase receipt or invoice is adequate for such proof.)

For UK only: This undertaking is in addition to a consumer’s statutory rights and does not affect those rights in any way.

FAQs

Is there a dust cover included with the Marantz TT42?

Yes, there is a dust cover.

What is a fully automatic turntable?

The tonearm will be raised from its resting position and gently lowered onto the record at the proper location by a completely automatic turntable. It will lift it back up and shut off the turntable once it has done playing.

Should I get a fully automatic turntable?

An automated deck can be exactly what you need if you’re a casual vinyl player who prioritizes convenience over cost. However, if you want the best performance and a truly immersive vinyl listening experience, you should spend your money on a high-quality manual turntable.

Which is better direct drive or belt drive turntable?

Turntables with belt drives are said to provide greater audio quality. A belt drive allows for a clearer sound from a record player by reducing vibration noise. In actuality, a lot of record player owners priorities reducing motor noise. The clarity of a record player’s noise increases with the reduction of feedback noise.

Can you scratch on a direct drive turntable?

With just one turntable, you could theoretically “scratch,” but that wouldn’t produce any sound. You should be able to scratch with it as long as it has direct drive.

Does a better turntable actually sound better?

Cheap, poorly made turntables tend to sound screechy and amplify groove noise. The majority of inexpensive ‘tables have weak bass definition and little power. When played on a superior turntable, LPs sound far better, as audiophiles are aware.

What’s the difference between direct drive and fully automatic turntables?

The motor’s ability to propel the record platter is the main distinction. A belt is used to drive the platter on a turntable. The belt’s driving motor is situated in a side position. The platter rests directly on the motor in direct-drive devices.

Do turntables sound better than digital?

Records provide sonic properties that digital forms do not due to their materiality. Warmth, richness, and depth are a few of these. Many people place a high importance on these characteristics and believe vinyl albums sound superior than digital forms.

What is a downside to direct drive?

The Direct Drive extruder’s principal drawbacks are also a function of where it is located. Weight is undoubtedly increased when the extruder is mounted to the print head. When printing at a quicker rate than identical Bowden extrusion systems, this added mass on the gantry may result in additional frame wobble, overshoot, and backlash.

Can you DJ with a belt drive turntable?

Although it is possible to DJ using a belt-drive turntable, timing will be challenging. This is due to the fact that it is challenging to predict how long it will take the record to resume spinning at its normal rate when you remove your hand.

Why are direct drive turntables better?

The motor is located right beneath the platter in direct-drive turntables. Turntables with direct drives typically accelerate almost instantaneously. A direct-drive turntable’s platter also spins freely and without resistance when it is turned off. DJs all over the world use direct drive turntables because of these two characteristics.

Can you remove fine scratches from vinyl records?

Simply combine a few drops of dishwasher liquid with 14 cup of isopropyl alcohol, 34 cup of distilled water, and a spray bottle. Spray the solution onto the record, and then wait for at least 30 seconds for the grooves to fully fill with the solution. With a clean cloth, remove any extra moisture.

Why do audiophiles listen to vinyl?

Numerous audiophiles contend that vinyl produces a very expressive sound. Vinyl records have natural warmth to them that makes the music seem more real and “alive.” It’s almost as if the musicians in the album are in the same room as you.

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