Takumi TT Level 1.1 Belt-Drive Turntable with Acrylic Platter

The Takumi TT Level 1.1 is a premium manual belt-drive turntable created for vinyl listeners who value precision engineering, elegant design and long-term upgrade potential.

Designed and manufactured in the Netherlands, the TT Level 1.1 focuses on the fundamentals of high-quality analogue playback: stable platter rotation, accurate cartridge tracking and effective control of unwanted mechanical vibration.

At the centre of the design is a precision-turned solid acrylic platter. Records can be placed directly onto the platter without a conventional platter mat, creating a stable connection between the vinyl and platter surface.

The acrylic platter is mechanically separated from the CNC-machined aluminium sub-platter and main bearing assembly. This carefully decoupled construction helps reduce unwanted vibration travelling between the motor, bearing, platter and stylus.

One of the Takumi TT Level 1.1’s most distinctive features is its reversible and removable record spindle. The spindle can be used conventionally, reversed below the record surface or removed after the record has been positioned. This allows the record and acrylic platter to operate as a closely connected mechanical system while reducing contact with the main bearing spindle.

A ceramic spindle rotating inside a precision-machined brass bearing sleeve provides smooth, consistent movement and long-term durability.

The electronically controlled belt-drive system provides convenient switching between 33⅓ and 45 RPM without requiring the drive belt to be moved manually.

The Takumi precision tonearm features adjustable magnetic anti-skating and compatibility with a wide selection of moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges, providing an excellent foundation for future cartridge upgrades.

Supported by three decoupled feet and available in Clear Acrylic or Black Acrylic, the TT Level 1.1 combines minimalist styling with carefully considered vibration control.

Please note: the Takumi TT Level 1.1 does not include a built-in phono preamplifier. It must be connected to an amplifier with a phono input or to a separate phono stage.

Key Features

• Premium manual belt-drive turntable
• Electronically controlled motor
• Electronic 33⅓ and 45 RPM speed selection
• Precision-turned solid acrylic platter
• Designed for use without a conventional platter mat
• CNC-machined aluminium sub-platter
• Decoupled platter and drive construction
• Reversible and removable record spindle
• Ceramic main bearing spindle
• Precision-machined brass bearing sleeve
• Oil-lubricated bearing system
• Takumi precision tonearm
• Adjustable magnetic anti-skating
• Compatible with a wide range of MM and MC cartridges
• Solid acrylic chassis
• Three decoupled support feet
• Fixed stereo RCA tonearm cable
• Grounding connections
• Dust cover included
• Record puck included
• Available in Clear Acrylic and Black Acrylic
• Designed and manufactured in the Netherlands

Technical Specifications

Brand: Takumi

Model: TT Level 1.1

Product Type: Manual vinyl record player / turntable

Drive System: Belt drive

Motor: Electronically controlled AC motor

Supported Speeds: 33.33 RPM and 45 RPM

Speed Selection: Electronic

Wow and Flutter: Less than 0.10%

Main Platter: Precision-turned solid acrylic

Platter Thickness: 18 mm

Platter Mat Required: No

Sub-Platter: CNC-machined aluminium

Record Spindle: Reversible and removable

Main Bearing: Ceramic spindle with precision-machined brass sleeve

Bearing Lubrication: Oil lubricated

Tonearm: Takumi precision tonearm

Anti-Skating: Magnetic and adjustable

Headshell: Fixed

Cartridge Compatibility: Moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges

Operation: Manual

Automatic Stop: No

Built-In Phono Stage: No

Audio Output: Fixed stereo RCA cable

Grounding: Ground connections included

Chassis Material: Acrylic

Support Feet: Three decoupled feet

Dimensions: 430 × 327 × 142 mm

Weight: 6.5 kg

Turntable Power Input: 12 V DC

Power Supply Input: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 0.3 A

Power Supply Output: 12 V DC, 1.0 A, 12 W

Available Finishes: Clear Acrylic and Black Acrylic

Country of Manufacture: Netherlands

Box Contents

• Takumi TT Level 1.1 turntable base with tonearm
• Solid acrylic platter
• Aluminium sub-platter
• Acrylic dust cover
• Record puck
• Counterweight
• Record spindle components
• Drive belt
• External DC power supply
• Bearing oil
• Calibration accessories
• Setup tools
• Quick-start guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Takumi TT Level 1.1 have a built-in phono stage?

No. The turntable must be connected to an amplifier with a suitable phono input or to a separate external phono preamplifier.

Which record speeds does it support?

The Takumi TT Level 1.1 supports 33⅓ RPM and 45 RPM. Speeds are selected electronically using the turntable’s speed control.

Does the acrylic platter require a platter mat?

No. The solid acrylic platter is designed for records to be placed directly onto its surface.

What is special about the reversible spindle?

The spindle can be used conventionally, reversed below the record surface or removed after the record has been centred. This is designed to reduce mechanical contact between the record and the bearing spindle.

Can the cartridge be upgraded?

Yes. The adjustable Takumi tonearm is compatible with a broad selection of moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges.

Is a dust cover included?

Yes. A protective acrylic dust cover is included.

Is the Takumi TT Level 1.1 fully automatic?

No. It is a manual turntable. The tonearm must be placed onto the record and returned manually.