The TEAC TN-4D is a premium, classically styled turntable that seamlessly combines timeless aesthetics with modern engineering. Designed for audiophiles and vinyl enthusiasts alike, it offers exceptional sound quality, stability, and versatility. At the heart of its impressive performance is an innovative, ultra-stable direct-drive motor paired with a meticulously crafted tonearm, making the TN-4D a standout in its class.
Revolutionary Motor Technology for Unmatched Stability
One of the most notable features of the TN-4D is its newly developed brushless DC servo motor. This advanced motor employs feedback control to achieve crystal-locked speed stability, ensuring your records play at perfectly consistent RPMs. Unlike traditional direct-drive motors that can suffer from cogging a form of rotational irregularity the TN-4D’s motor eliminates this issue, resulting in smoother, more accurate rotation and pure musical reproduction. Its low-profile design not only enhances the visual appeal but also allows for a sleek, elegant plinth that stands out among other direct-drive turntables.
Precision Tonearm with Knife-Edge Bearings
Complementing the motor is a high-precision tonearm developed in collaboration with SAEC Corporation, renowned for their high-end audio components. The tonearm features knife-edge, pivot-point bearings that provide superior tracking and stability, allowing for detailed and high-resolution sound reproduction. This design reduces unwanted vibrations and distortions, enabling listeners to experience music with remarkable clarity and insight capabilities that conventional bearings often cannot match.
Integrated Phono EQ and Digital Archiving
The TN-4D doesn’t just excel in analog playback; it also offers practical features for modern use. It includes a carefully engineered PHONO EQ amplifier, allowing direct connection to the line-level inputs of your existing hi-fi system. Powered by a high-quality NJM8080 operational amplifier from New Japan Radio Corporation, the phono stage preserves the delicate nuances of your vinyl recordings.
For those looking to digitize their vinyl collection, the turntable is equipped with a USB port on the rear panel. This feature enables easy digital archiving via PC or Mac, making it simple to preserve and enjoy your music in digital formats.
Pre-Installed High-Performance Cartridge
To ensure optimal sound quality from the outset, the TN-4D comes with a highly-regarded Oyster MM cartridge from SUMIKO, a renowned American cartridge manufacturer. Known for its musicality and clarity, the cartridge is pre-installed on the headshell, offering near ‘plug and play’ convenience. The S-shaped tonearm design allows for straightforward cartridge and headshell swaps, giving users the flexibility to experiment with different cartridges and tailor the sound to their preferences.
Aesthetic and Functional Design
Beyond its technical excellence, the TN-4D boasts a sleek and stylish appearance that complements any hi-fi setup. Its low-profile profile and elegant craftsmanship make it not only a high-performance device but also a visually appealing centerpiece for your listening environment.
