Overview
A step into the future with a tribute to the past. Meet our game-changing wireless turntable designed for a new generation of audiophiles. Featuring MusicCast multi-room capabilities, share the joy of your record collection in any room.
3 output methods: MusicCast connection for wireless streaming to other MusicCast devices Standard line-level wired output (negating the need for a phono pre-amp) Traditional phono output (requires a traditional phono pre-amp and ground connection) Straight tonearm contributes to sound transparency and openness Belt drive turntable Music streaming services built-in Wi-Fi built-in including support for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands
Finance
Bring the dream within easier reach by spreading the cost with V12 Retail Finance. With a range of different finance schemes available, use the Finance Calculator below to choose a deposit amount and find out possible monthly payments.
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Finance agreements are available to UK residents aged 18 or over, subject to status.
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Yamaha Music Europe GmbH (UK) trading as Yamaha Music London is registered in England and Wales BRO14498 at Sherbourne Drive, Tilbrook MK7 8BL. Yamaha Music Europe GmbH (UK) trading as Yamaha Music London acts as a credit broker and offers credit products from Secure Trust Bank PLC trading as V12 Retail Finance. Yamaha Music Europe GmbH (UK) trading as Yamaha Music London is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Yamaha Music Europe GmbH (UK) FCA registration number is FRN688040. Credit provided subject to age and status.
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Features
Love Vinyl but Hate Cables? Giving an 'old-school' medium a modern spin, wirelessly connect the MusicCast VINYL 500 turntable to your MusicCast speakers and other devices to enjoy your record collection without all the cables.
Effortless Set Up, Seamless Compatibility Connect to your existing amp (with or without a phono stage) or simply add the MusicCast VINYL 500 to your existing MusicCast setup.
The choice is yours.
The MusicCast VINYL 500 introduces much more than playback of vinyl to your system with music streaming services, AirPlay and Bluetooth built in.
*Streaming service availability varies by region.
A Musical Home Leave the room and let your music follow. Featuring MusicCast multi-room technology, share and listen to your record collection throughout the house.
Stream your vinyl collection to a range of MusicCast devices - everything from speakers to sound bars. The MusicCast VINYL 500 is packed with cutting-edge technology and features that take music listening to the next level.
There's an App for That Take control of all your listening needs with intuitive access to all your playlists in different rooms through the sophisticated yet user-friendly design of the MusicCast app.
Iconic Sound Turn your listening experience on its head. Meet the MusicCast VINYL 500.
Meticulously designed to ensure the most faithful reproduction of sound - the way music was made to be heard - the MusicCast VINYL 500 features a straight tonearm for an open sound as well as a belt-drive motor to minimise noise caused by vibrations.
Minimalistic Design Don't let its sleek look fool you - the MusicCast VINYL 500 features an array of sophisticated features without taking up space.
With both form and function in mind, its compatible design is built to suit all interior aesthetics and tastes.
Let's Talk Voice control completes the picture when it comes to the turntable of the future.
Connect to Amazon Alexa for an effortless, hands-free dimension to your music library exploration.
*Availability of voice command control via Amazon Alexa varies by region.
Specs
Network Section
File Format
MP3 / WMA / MPEG-4 AAC: up to 48 kHz / 16-bit, ALAC: up to 96 kHz / 24-bit, FLAC / WAV / AIFF: up to 192 kHz / 24-bit, DSD: up to 11.2 MHz
Ethernet
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes (2.4 / 5 GHz)
AirPlay
Yes
Bluetooth Section
Version/Profile
Ver. 4.2 / A2DP, AVRCP
Audio Codec
SBC, AAC
Maximum Communication Range
10 m / 32.8 ft. 10 in. (without interferene)
Turntable
Drive Method
Belt drive
Motor
DC motor
Rotation Speed
33-1/3 rpm, 45 rpm
Rotation Speed Variation
±2%
Wow And Flutter
0.2%
Platter
Aluminium die-cast (Diameter 30 cm)
Output Level
450 mV (-7 dBV, with RIAA EQ, 1 kHz, 3.54 cm / sec), 2.5 mV ± 3 dBV (without RIAA EQ, 1 kHz, 3.54 cm / sec)
Signal To Noise Ratio
67 dB or higher (A-weighted, 20 kHz, LPF)
Tonearm
Tonearm
Static balance straight tonearm
Effective Arm Length
223.5 mm
Overhang
19 mm
Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range
0-4 g
Acceptable Cartridge Weight
15.5-19 g (including headshell)
Attached Cartridge
Cartridge Type
MM type
Output Voltage
2.5 mV (1 kHz, 3.54 cm / sec)
Stylus Pressure
3.5 ± 0.5 g
Cartridge Weight
5.0 ± 0.3 g
Cartridge Height
17.0 ± 0.7 mm
Head-shell Weight
10 g (including screws, nuts and wires)
Audio Specifications
Output Terminal
RCA: 2 (PHONO, LINE)
Output Level
2.0 ± 0.3 V (1 kHz, 0 dB, Fs 44.1 kHz)
Signal to Noise Ratio
[IHF-A network] 110 dB or higher (Infinity zero, Fs 44.1 kHz)
Dynamic Range
100 dB or higher (1 kHz, -60 dB, Fs 44.1 kHz)
Harmonic Distortion
0.003 % or lower (1 kHz, 0 dB, Fs 44.1 kHz)
Frequency Response
Fs 44.1 kHz; 2 Hz to 20 kHz (+0 / -3 dB), Fs 48 kHz; 2 Hz to 24 kHz (+0 / -3 dB), Fs 96 kHz; 2 Hz to 48 kHz (+0 / -3 dB), Fs 192 kHz; 2 Hz to 96 kHz (+0 / -6 dB)
General
Power Consumption
6 W
Eco-Standby (reference date)
0.3 W
Standby Power Consumption
1.4 W (Network standby ON, Bluetooth® standby OFF, Wired), 1.8 W (Network standby ON, Bluetooth standby ON/OFF, Wi-Fi), 1.6 W (Network standby ON, Bluetooth standby ON, Wired)
Dimension (W×H×D)
450 x 136 x 368 mm; 17-3/4” x 5-3/8” x 14-1/2”
Weight
5.7 kg; 12.6 lbs.
