TEAC TN-3B-SE Manual Belt-Drive Turntable

A new, high-performance standard for belt-drive analog turntables, delivering precision sound for your favorite records

State-of-the-Art Engineering Meets Timeless Design

The TN-3B-SE is a stylish, sleek-looking belt-driven turntable with a built-in MM-type PHONO EQ amplifier. It employs a new tonearm with knife-edge, pivot-point bearings, collaborated with SAEC, the high-end tonearm manufacturer, for superlative stability and resolution.

The belt-drive mechanism helps mitigate any unwanted cogging effects from the operation of the motor, ensuring precise and smooth platter rotation. The TN-3B-SE employs a VM-type cartridge the AT-VM95E manufactured by Audio-Technica and a high-precision NJM8080 op-amp in its built-in Phono EQ amplifier, allowing you to enjoy the sound of your vinyl records with low distortion and in high quality.

The TN-3B-SE delivers natural and well-balanced sound quality and is quick and easy to set up and start enjoying. We believe it sets a new standard that will satisfy the needs of both audiophiles and ardent record collectors.

Key Features

SAEC Knife-Edge Tone-Arm

Collaboration with SAEC employs knife-edge, pivot-point bearings for superlative stability and resolution. Fine vertical movements deliver more dynamic sound with excellent resolution. S-shaped design with universal headshell fitting supports cartridge weights from 14-23g.

Precision Anti-Skating & Stylus Pressure

Static-balanced S-shaped tone-arm equipped with counterweight for precise stylus-pressure adjustment and anti-skating mechanism for accurate tracking force, allowing the cartridge to accurately play any quality vinyl disc.

Pre-Installed VM-Series Cartridge

VM-type cartridge AT-VM95E by Audio-Technica with elliptical-shaped stylus tip comes pre-installed. After setup, you'll be ready to enjoy your records immediately. Compatible with all conventional MM-type phono EQ amplifiers.

Built-In MM-Type Phono EQ Amplifier

Incorporates MM-type phono EQ amplifier for connection to conventional amplifiers lacking PHONO input. Low distortion, hi-fi-grade NJM8080 op-amp boosts low-level signals from the phono cartridge to LINE level.

External Belt-Drive with Aluminum Platter

Belt-drive arrangement minimizes motor cogging effects by driving the outer rim of the aluminum die-cast platter. Larger diameter, mass, and surface area ensure smooth, precise rotation.

Luxurious Multi-Layer Lacquer Finish

All internal components mounted on robust, high-density MDF plinth for rigidity and vibration-deadening. Sleek, stylish design looks at home in most domestic environments, creating the perfect setting for vinyl listening.

Premium Engineering Details

2-Speed Turntable: Supports 33-⅓ and 45 rpm for LP and EP records. Quality engineering extends to the machined aluminum rotary control for start-up and speed selection.

Insulating Feet with Excellent Shock Absorption: Machined aluminum shell topped with rubber cushion fixed to high-density MDF plinth. Excellent shock absorption characteristics provide high resistance to acoustic feedback.

Honeycomb Patterned Bottom Panel: Achieves sleek cabinet design without compromising rigidity. Honeycomb pattern minimizes unwanted vibrations for superior sound quality.

Technical Specifications

Drive Type:Belt-drive (External drive)

Motor:DC Motor

Rotation Speeds:33-⅓ rpm, 45 rpm

Wow & Flutter:0.1% or less

S/N Ratio:67dB (A-weighted, 20kHz LPF)

Platter:Aluminum Diecast, 30cm diameter

Tone-Arm Type:S-shape, Static-balanced

Effective Arm Length:223mm

Needle Pressure Range:0g to 5.0g

Compatible Cartridge Weight:3.0g to 12.0g
(14g to 23g including headshell)

Cartridge Type:MM-type (Audio-Technica AT-VM95E)

Output Voltage:4.0mV (1kHz, 5cm/sec.)

Needle Pressure:1.8 to 2.2g (2.0g recommended)

Compatible Stylus:AT-VMN95E (approx. 300 hours life)

Analog Output Connectors:RCA Pin jack × 1 pair (Gold-plated)

PHONO Output:4.0mV (1kHz)

LINE Output:224mV (–13dBV)

Power:AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz

Power Consumption:1.5W (0.5W standby)

Dimensions:16.5"W × 4.6"H × 14.0"D
(420 × 117 × 356mm)

Weight:Approx. 5.0kg / 11.0 lbs

What's Included

Felt Mat • EP Adapter • Counterweight • Head-shell with AT-VM95E installed • Platter • Dust Cover • Hinges (2) • RCA Audio cable with GND terminal • AC Adapter • Owner's Manual (including Warranty card)

The TN-3B-SE sets a new standard in belt-drive turntables, combining SAEC's legendary tonearm engineering with TEAC's commitment to precision audio reproduction. Natural, well-balanced sound quality that satisfies both audiophiles and record collectors.

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Teac TN-3B-SE Manual Belt-Drive Turntable