Aurex SR-510 Turntable (1975), Manual Operation, Vintage and Very Rare
Aurex was Toshiba’s audiophile brand, just like Exclusive was Pioneer’s. They made some solid, well designed turntables back in the day. This model is the best Aurex turntable that I am aware of (pre-1980). They are really iconic and illustrative of the design elements in the mid 70’s, before “Quartz Lock” became a buzzword. The build quality is exceptional. This turntable is highly collectible and hard to find in decent condition. It is definitely a conversation piece in my audio room due to its unique design and large size. It’s hard for me to let this go, but I’m simply out of space.
Here are some special features of this turntable; there are also matching photos:
Specs
Drive System: Direct Drive
Motor Type: AC Servo
Platter: 30cm, 1.20kg aluminum
Tonearm: Static balance S arm
Wow and Flutter: 0.03%
S/N Ratio: 60dB Note: Pre-1980 values are generally about 16dB lower due to different metrics
Arm Length: 237mm
Overhang: 15mm
Power Consumption: 14W
Dimensions: 550mm (W) X 190mm (H) X 414mm (D)
Weight: 12kg
Note: I am including the cartridge shown in the photos, which is a Victor Z-1S moving magnet type. This is a very nice mid-range cartridge for which you can still buy a high quality replacement stylus. The headshells , dustbrush and small screwdriver shown in the photos are for display purposes only and are note included with this listing.
Cartridge: Victor Z-1S
Beryllium cantilever
Stylus: Shibata with DT-Z1 0.15mm square diamond tip
Output: more than 4.0mV
Channel balance: less than 2.0dB
Channel separation: more than 25dB
Impedance: 2.4 kohms
DC resistance: 510 ohms
Load: 47 to 100 kohms
Tracking force: 1.7g
Frequency response: 10 to 50,000Hz
Weight: 5.5g
Operation
This unit is in excellent operating condition.
Since this model runs on 100V, a brand new VCT-100J converter will be supplied with this listing.
Major Service Completed
This turntable has just undergone a major service:
Condition
Cabinet: Excellent. The front lower right section has a small ding which has been treated with matching stain so that it’s not very noticeable (see bottom left of last photo). Otherwise, it’s beautiful.
Platter: Excellent.
Motor, block assembly: Near Mint.
Mat: Excellent+
Tonearm Assembly: Excellent+
Controls: Near Mint
Dustcover: Very Good+. This is the original cover with the Aurex logo. It is extremely rare to see one in this condition, given its age.
Shipping
All of my items are extremely well packed. Protective packaging, and in most cases, double boxing is used. I spend an average of $15 in materials for each turntable to make sure my items arrive safely. Please see my feedback comments to verify this; I have a 100% damage free record on my turntables.
Shipping is via FedEx Ground or UPS Ground. Potential buyers in AK and HI should contact me first for shipping cost, as the flat rate shown only applies to the 48 contiguous states.
I will ship internationally ONLY through eBay’s Global Shipping program. If your country is not serviced by that program, please do not buy this item.