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Yamaha tt-n503 Turntable Yamaha TT-N503 MusicCast VINYL 500 Streaming Turntable network Section Ethernet Wi-Fi (2.4 / 5 GHz) Airplay 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 Bluetooth Version / Profile: Ver. 4.2 / A2DP, AVRCP Audio Coden: SBS, AAC Drive Method Belt Driven Motor DC Motor Rotation Speed 33-1/3 rpm, 45 rpm Platter Aluminium die-cast (Diameter 30 cm) Output Level 450 mV (-7 dBV, with RIAA EQ, 1 kHz, 3.54 cm / sec) Signal To Noise Ratio 67 dB or higher (A-weighted, 20 kHz,
This A$449 asking price is a strong bargain, landing well below the 25th percentile of A$567 and significantly under the median of A$665 for used Yamaha TT-N503 listings in Australia. You are paying roughly A$118 less than the lowest recent comparable ask, making this an excellent entry point for a turntable that typically commands much higher used prices.
The TT-N503 (Vinyl 500) is well-regarded for its wireless MusicCast capability, letting you stream vinyl to a 2.1 setup without interconnect cables, a unique feature for its class. Yamaha’s build quality and Japanese precision craftsmanship shine here, offering reliable performance and sleek aesthetics. If this listing includes the original belt, dust cover, and power cable, it’s a clean buying opportunity at a price that rewards the buyer immediately.
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Yamaha stands as one of the world's most storied audio manufacturers, with roots extending far beyond consumer electronics. Founded in 1887 by Torakusu Yamaha in Hamamatsu, Japan, the company began as a reed organ manufacturer before expanding into pianos and eventually becoming a comprehensive musical instrument maker. This deep heritage in acoustics and materials science would prove foundational to its later audio ventures. The company operated under its original name, Nippon Gakki Co., Ltd., until 1987, when it was renamed Yamaha Corporation in honor of its centennial.
Yamaha's entry into high-fidelity audio proved transformative for the industry itself. In 1954, the company released the Yamaha Hi-Fi Player, widely recognized as the world's first audio component to bear the "Hi-Fi" designation in its name. The company subsequently built a comprehensive product portfolio spanning amplifiers—beginning with the acclaimed A-100 in 1960—speakers, turntables, and digital audio equipment. The NS-1000 speakers, introduced in 1974 with beryllium drivers, became iconic reference monitors. Yamaha also pioneered digital audio technology, shipping the world's first CD recorder in 1988.
Today, Yamaha occupies a distinctive position as a mid-to-high-end generalist rather than a niche specialist. The brand commands respect among both casual listeners and serious audiophiles, balancing accessibility with genuine engineering credibility. Its reputation rests on six decades of consistent innovation, proven reliability, and the unique advantage of applying musical instrument expertise to audio reproduction. Vintage Yamaha components remain highly sought by collectors, while current products maintain the brand's tradition of delivering performance and durability across multiple price tiers.
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