About The Music Hall MMF-3.3 Turntable
The Music Hall MMF-3.3 turntable is a remarkable table utilizing the unique dual-plinth technology developed by Music Hall. With over 30 years of research and development, the MMF-3.3 is constructed using high-quality components and designed with a singular focus on uncompromising sound performance.
Featuring a built-in electronic speed control for 33⅓, 45 and 78 speeds at the touch of a button, the MMF-3.3 also boasts a carbon fibre arm with bonded alloy headshell for superb tracking ability. The arm is housed in a 4-point gimbal bearing construction using Swiss ABEC bearings, providing superior performance to many other turntables that use a lesser 2-point bearing system.
Other features include the highly-regarded Ortofon 2M Red cartridge with a replaceable elliptical stylus, high precision stainless steel and bronze main bearing assembly for quiet, fluid operation, and special vibration damping adjustable feet.
Complete with a dust cover and 45 rpm adapter, the MMF-3.3 turntable is quick and easy to assemble, making it the perfect choice for those seeking a perfectly matched set of features with a singular focus on sound performance.
3-Speed Motor: The Music Hall MMF-3.3 employs an electronic speed controlled DC motor for superior speed stability, isolated on lower plinth. You can switch between 33⅓, 45, and 78 RPM speeds at the touch of a button (45 RPM adapter is included). The included flat belt is used for 33⅓ and 45 RPM speeds, while the round belt is used for 78 RPM records.
Note: A special cartridge/stylus assembly (sold separately) is recommended for playing 78 RPM records.
Custom Carbon Fibre Tonearm: The Music Hall MMF-3.3 turntable features a custom carbon fibre tonearm with alloy headshell for superb tracking ability. Flexible internal tonearm wire is drawn from high purity copper. The supplied counterweight's centre of gravity is level with the stylus tip and is decoupled from the tonearm to act as a resonance damper.
Ortofon 2M Red MM Cartridge: The Music Hall MMF-3.3 comes with a pre-installed Ortofon 2M Red MM cartridge featuring a bonded Elliptical diamond stylus. The 2M Red is an "all-purpose" MM cartridge known for its open, dynamic sound. The 2M Red cartridge features Ortofon's trademark split pole pins - an invention which enables moving magnet cartridges to have a flat frequency response. It also incorporates an improved engine to provide optimized sound reproduction and a high level of sonic accuracy.
Note: The Ortofon 2M Red MM cartridge comes pre-mounted and pre-aligned out of the box.
Alloy Platter with Felt Mat: The Music Hall MMF-3.3 turntable comes with an alloy platter and felt mat. The alloy platter runs on a high precision stainless steel and bronze main bearing assembly for quiet fluid operation.
Dual Plinth with Damping Feet: The Music Hall MMF-3.3 turntable utilizes a unique dual plinth construction and three special, resonance damping feet for exceptional stability. The feet are adjustable for perfect levelling. There is even an integrated level on the top plinth to indicate if the turntable is level or not.
RCA Outputs: The Music Hall MMF-3.3 turntable is outfitted with high quality RCA connectors and comes with a detachable 1.2m stereo RCA cable to connect to the Phono input of your receiver, integrated amplifier, or preamplifier. If your receiver or amplifier does not have a suitable Phono MM input, a separate Phono Preamplifier is required to connect the turntable to your receiver or amp.
Dust Cover: The Music Hall MMF-3.3 comes supplied with a dust cover to prevent dust build-up on the turntable.
AC Power Adapter: The MMF-3.3 comes with an external AC power adapter that plugs into the back of the turntable and into an AC wall outlet or surge protector.
Finish: The Music Hall MMF-3.3 turntable is available in high gloss piano black lacquer.
Our Take
The Music Hall MMF-3.3 turntable is a meticulously designed high-performance turntable that utilises the brand's unique dual-plinth construction for superior vibration isolation and sonic clarity. Equipped with an electronic speed-controlled DC motor, it offers seamless switching between 33⅓, 45, and 78 RPM, ensuring precise playback. Its custom carbon fibre tonearm with a bonded alloy headshell and a four-point gimbal bearing system provides exceptional tracking accuracy, while the pre-installed Ortofon 2M Red cartridge delivers dynamic, detailed sound. Additional features like an alloy platter, high-precision main bearing, adjustable damping feet, and gold-plated RCA connectors contribute to its refined performance. Finished in high-gloss piano black lacquer and complete with a dust cover, the MMF-3.3 is an elegant and accessible audiophile turntable built for uncompromising sound quality.
Main Features & Specifications
- 3-Speed Fully Manual Belt Drive Turntable
- Please Note: There is no onboard phono stage. This turntable needs to be plugged into a phono preamp or a phono input on an amplifier.
- Heavy steel alloy platter with felt mat provides excellent speed stability
- High-precision stainless steel and bronze bearing assembly for smooth, quiet platter rotation
- Includes factory fitted Ortofon 2M Red moving magnet cartridge with replaceable elliptical stylus
- 6" carbon fibre tonearm with alloy headshell for superb tracking ability
- Adjustable height and anti-skate settings for optimizing sound with different cartridges
- Internal tonearm wire drawn from high purity copper
- Separately isolated DC synchronous motor for reduced vibration and superior speed stability
- Dual-plinth design isolates motor from main bearing and tonearm
- Vibration-damping adjustable feet
- Gold-plated RCA audio jacks with detachable phono cables
- 33⅓, 45 (electronic speed change) and 78 rpm (manual change) speeds
- Speed Variation: ±0.18%
- Wow and Flutter: ±0.11%
- Rumble: -68dB max
- Frequency Response (with included cartridge): 20-20,000 Hz (±3dB)
- Channel Separation (with included cartridge): 22dB (at 1kHz)
- External power supply reduces likelihood of electro-mechanical interference
- High-Gloss Black Lacquer Finish
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 425 x 132 x 320mm (Dust Cover Down)
- Weight: 6.8 kg
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 1 Year
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.