TEAC TN-280BT-SE Bluetooth Belt-Drive Turntable
The TEAC TN-280BT-SE is a two-speed manual belt-drive turntable designed for convenient vinyl playback with both traditional wired and wireless systems. It features a built-in MM phono equalizer, Bluetooth transmitter, aluminium die-cast platter, anti-skating adjustment and a high-density MDF cabinet. The turntable can transmit vinyl playback wirelessly to compatible Bluetooth speakers or headphones, while its switchable PHONO/LINE output allows connection to conventional audio equipment.
Key Features
- Manual two-speed belt-drive turntable.
- 33⅓ RPM and 45 RPM playback.
- Built-in Bluetooth transmitter for wireless playback.
- Built-in MM-compatible phono equalizer.
- Switchable PHONO and LINE analogue output.
- Aluminium die-cast platter with 30 cm diameter.
- Static-balanced straight tonearm.
- Adjustable anti-skating mechanism.
- MM-type cartridge included.
- High-density MDF cabinet designed to reduce unwanted vibration and resonance.
- Dust cover included.
Drive System
| Drive Method |
Belt Drive |
| Motor |
DC Motor |
| Playback Speeds |
33⅓ RPM / 45 RPM |
| Speed Deviation |
±2% |
| Wow & Flutter |
0.2% |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
67 dB or higher |
Platter
| Material |
Aluminium Die-Cast |
| Diameter |
30 cm |
The aluminium die-cast platter provides a stable platform for record playback, while the belt-drive arrangement helps reduce motor-related vibration reaching the platter.
Tonearm
The TN-280BT-SE uses a straight, static-balanced tonearm with an adjustable anti-skating mechanism. Its design provides straightforward cartridge setup and controlled stylus tracking.
| Type |
Straight, Static-Balanced |
| Effective Length |
223 mm |
| Stylus Pressure Range |
0–5 g |
| Compatible Cartridge Weight |
3.5–6.5 g |
| Anti-Skating |
Adjustable |
Included MM Cartridge
The TN-280BT-SE is supplied with a factory-installed MM-type cartridge. The cartridge is designed to work with the turntable's integrated phono equalizer and can be replaced or upgraded with a compatible cartridge within the tonearm's specified weight range.
| Cartridge Type |
MM |
| Stylus |
Conical |
| Frequency Response |
20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Output Impedance |
47 kOhms |
| Output Voltage |
3.5 mV |
| Tracking Force |
3.5 ± 0.5 g |
| Cartridge Weight |
Approx. 5.0 g |
| Headshell Weight |
10 g including mounting hardware and wires |
Bluetooth Connectivity
The built-in Bluetooth transmitter allows the TN-280BT-SE to send the audio signal from a record directly to compatible Bluetooth speakers or headphones. This provides a wireless alternative to the analogue RCA connection.
| Bluetooth Function |
Transmitter |
| Bluetooth Version |
Bluetooth 4.0 |
| Supported Profile |
A2DP |
| Supported Codec |
SBC |
| Approximate Range |
10 m |
Phono Equalizer & Analogue Output
An integrated MM phono equalizer allows the turntable to connect to equipment with either a dedicated PHONO input or a standard line-level input. The output mode can be selected according to the connected amplifier or audio system.
| Phono Equalizer |
Built-In |
| Output Modes |
PHONO / LINE |
| Connectors |
RCA |
| PHONO Output |
3.5 mV |
| LINE Output |
Approx. 120 mV |
Cabinet & Isolation
The turntable uses a high-density MDF cabinet designed to provide rigidity and help suppress unwanted resonance. The overall construction is intended to provide a stable platform for the platter, tonearm and cartridge.
Power
| AC Adapter Input |
100–240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Output |
12 V / 500 mA |
| Power Consumption |
2 W or less during operation |
| Standby Consumption |
0.2 W or less |
Dimensions & Weight
| Width |
420 mm / 42 cm |
| Height |
117 mm / 11.7 cm |
| Depth |
356 mm / 35.6 cm |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) |
420 × 117 × 356 mm |
| Product Weight |
4.9 kg |
Included Accessories
- Felt Mat
- 45 RPM Adapter
- Counterweight
- Headshell with MM Cartridge
- Aluminium Die-Cast Platter
- Dust Cover
- Dust Cover Hinges
- Audio Cable
- AC Adapter
- Owner's Manual
