Q: What is the cartridge model of the LENCO L3818?

The LENCO L3818 is equipped with a Audio-Technica AT-3600L cartridge , a MM (moving magnet) type cartridge. Technical specifications of this cartridge: Stylus pressure: 3 +/- 0.5g Cartridge weight: 5 +/- 0.5g Tracking force adjustment range: 3 to 4 grams If you need to replace this cartridge, unlock the fixing screw, gently remove it, and install the new one by correctly aligning the four colored contacts: white (L+), blue (L-), red (R+), and green (R-).

Q: What cartridge is supplied with the LENCO L3828?

The LENCO L3828 turntable is equipped with an AT-95E cartridge manufactured by Audio-Technica . This cartridge is supplied as standard with the turntable and is mounted on the tonearm. It is a MM (Moving Magnet) type cartridge, a reliable and widely used playback technology. Its main technical specifications are: Output voltage: 3.5 mV at 5 cm/s Channel separation: 20 dB at 1 kHz Channel balance: 2 dB maximum Recommended tracking force: 2 g (range of 1.5 to 2.5 g) Stylus: elliptical diamond, dimensions 0.4 x 0.7 mil Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz The AT-95E cartridge is suitable for medium to high mass tonearms, which perfectly matches the S-shaped arm of the L3828. It offers good clarity and satisfactory definition for vinyl playback, ideal for analog music enthusiasts. Before use, ensure that the tracking force is correctly set to 2 g using the tonearm's counterweight. Proper adjustment of this parameter is essential to optimize sound quality and preserve the wear of your vinyl records.

Q: Is the LENCO L3828 a manual or automatic turntable?

The LENCO L3828 is a manual 2-speed turntable , equipped with some automatic features to protect your vinyl collection. Start and stop operation: Manual start - You press the large push-button to engage the high-torque motor and start the platter rotation. The platter does not spin automatically when powered on. Manual stop - You press the button a second time to stop the platter. However, the device has an automatic stop that halts the rotation once playback is finished, or if the arm is not in contact with the record for 5 minutes, to protect your record. Arm lift - The arm lift lever is manual; you must operate it yourself with precision. Manual speeds - You must manually select between 33⅓ and 45 RPM using the dedicated buttons. Additional automatic features: Automatic standby - After 20 minutes of inactivity, the turntable enters standby mode (0.5 W) to save energy. It reactivates as soon as you set a speed. In summary, the LENCO L3828 is a manual turntable where you maintain full control over all actions, with just an automatic protection to prevent premature wear of your stylus and reduce energy consumption.

Question 1

What is the cartridge model of the LENCO L3818?

Accepted Answer

The LENCO L3818 is equipped with a Audio-Technica AT-3600L cartridge, a MM (moving magnet) type cartridge.

Technical specifications of this cartridge:

Stylus pressure: 3 +/- 0.5g
Cartridge weight: 5 +/- 0.5g
Tracking force adjustment range: 3 to 4 grams

If you need to replace this cartridge, unlock the fixing screw, gently remove it, and install the new one by correctly aligning the four colored contacts: white (L+), blue (L-), red (R+), and green (R-).

Question 2

Does the arm of the LENCO L3818 lift automatically at the end of playback?

Accepted Answer

No, the arm of the LENCO L3818 does not lift automatically. This turntable is equipped with a manual tonearm (also called a tonearm lifter) that you must operate yourself at the end of each playback. It is a completely manual system, typical of entry to mid-range turntables, while automatic lifting at the end of the record is reserved for high-end models.

How the tonearm lifter works: The LENCO L3818 has a tonearm lifter lever located on the body of the turntable. You can manually operate it to lift or lower the tonearm as needed. The arm is a statically balanced S-shape model, 220 mm long, equipped with an Audio-Technica AT-3600L cartridge.

Importance of manually lifting the arm: You must lift the arm immediately at the end of playback to protect your record and stylus. Leaving the arm in contact with the record after the end of the track may prematurely wear the diamond of the stylus (which has a pressure of 3 ± 0.5 grams on your model) and damage the grooves of the vinyl. The record continuing to slightly turn will create scratches that will degrade sound quality.

Practical tip: As soon as you hear that the last track is ending or that one side of the record is coming to an end, immediately lift the arm using the lifter. This will quickly become a natural reflex in your daily use of the LENCO L3818. By properly maintaining your equipment this way, you will significantly extend the lifespan of your records and the playback cartridge.

Question 3

What cartridge is supplied with the LENCO L3828?

Accepted Answer

The LENCO L3828 turntable is equipped with an AT-95E cartridge manufactured by Audio-Technica. This cartridge is supplied as standard with the turntable and is mounted on the tonearm.

It is a MM (Moving Magnet) type cartridge, a reliable and widely used playback technology. Its main technical specifications are:

Output voltage: 3.5 mV at 5 cm/s
Channel separation: 20 dB at 1 kHz
Channel balance: 2 dB maximum
Recommended tracking force: 2 g (range of 1.5 to 2.5 g)
Stylus: elliptical diamond, dimensions 0.4 x 0.7 mil
Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz

The AT-95E cartridge is suitable for medium to high mass tonearms, which perfectly matches the S-shaped arm of the L3828. It offers good clarity and satisfactory definition for vinyl playback, ideal for analog music enthusiasts.

Before use, ensure that the tracking force is correctly set to 2 g using the tonearm's counterweight. Proper adjustment of this parameter is essential to optimize sound quality and preserve the wear of your vinyl records.

Question 4

Is the LENCO L3828 a manual or automatic turntable?

Accepted Answer

The LENCO L3828 is a manual 2-speed turntable, equipped with some automatic features to protect your vinyl collection.

Start and stop operation:

Manual start - You press the large push-button to engage the high-torque motor and start the platter rotation. The platter does not spin automatically when powered on.
Manual stop - You press the button a second time to stop the platter. However, the device has an automatic stop that halts the rotation once playback is finished, or if the arm is not in contact with the record for 5 minutes, to protect your record.
Arm lift - The arm lift lever is manual; you must operate it yourself with precision.
Manual speeds - You must manually select between 33⅓ and 45 RPM using the dedicated buttons.

Additional automatic features:

Automatic standby - After 20 minutes of inactivity, the turntable enters standby mode (0.5 W) to save energy. It reactivates as soon as you set a speed.

In summary, the LENCO L3828 is a manual turntable where you maintain full control over all actions, with just an automatic protection to prevent premature wear of your stylus and reduce energy consumption.

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