Philips - F7114 Belt-Drive Semi-Automatic Turntable

Philips F7114/00 Synchro Drive – Fully automatic turntable – 1982 – Made in Belgium – Fully tested OFFERED is a fine Philips F7114/00 Synchro Drive, a fully automatic vintage turntable from the period 1981–1982, manufactured in Belgium. This unit comes from the first owner and is in beautiful cosmetic condition, considering its age of more than 40 years. The turntable has been fully tested and works perfectly, including the automatic functions and the special built-in needle pressure scale. Technical specifications Brand: Philips Model: F7114/00 Type: Synchro Drive Production period: 1981–1982 Country of manufacture: Belgium Fully automatic turntable Speeds: 33⅓ and 45 rpm Automatic start and stop function Straight tonearm with adjustable tracking force Built-in optical tracking force scale Adjustable anti-skating with separate scale for spherical and elliptical needles Original transparent dust cover Power supply: 220 V – 50 Hz Power consumption: 5 W Weight: approx. 4.5 kg (estimated) Technical and cosmetic condition The turntable has been carefully checked and fully tested. The drive, automatic start/stop functions, and sound reproduction operate correctly. A notable feature of this model is the built-in tracking force scale, which allows precise adjustment of the tracking force. This original feature was also tested and works perfectly. The sensor construction and the scale are clearly visible in the detail photos. The original grounding loop on the turntable platter is also fully intact and undamaged. This is an important detail, as older units often suffer damage here. The turntable is in nice and well-kept cosmetic condition, with normal signs of use appropriate for its age. Needle: see the detailed photos. Includes new phono preamplifier This turntable includes a brand-new HQ PRE AMP-220 stereo phono preamplifier, in its original packaging. This enables the turntable to be connected to modern amplifiers and audio systems without a separate PHONO input, for example via AUX or LINE IN. An RCA connection cable is also included. Delivery contents Philips F7114/00 Synchro Drive turntable Original transparent dust cover Mounted cartridge with needle New HQ PRE AMP-220 phono preamplifier in original packaging RCA connection cable Shipping The turntable will be carefully packed in a sturdy box, with sufficient shock-absorbing protection. The fragile parts are additionally protected for transport. Insured shipping. Summary An technically interesting and beautifully designed Belgian Philips turntable from the early 1980s. Especially attractive due to the combination of fully automatic operation, perfectly working built-in tracking force scale, intact grounding loop, and the nice overall condition. Thanks to the included new phono preamplifier, it is also easy to integrate with modern audio equipment. Fully tested and ready for use. The photos are an integral part of the description and provide a clear view of the condition and technical features of the offered unit.

Estimate:$168.19

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