Marantz TT-15S1 - Belt Drive Reference Turntable with Cartridge

Marantz TT-15S1 Reference Belt Drive Turntable with Cartridge

The Marantz TT-15S1 is a true reference-grade, manual belt-drive turntable built for listeners who want vinyl to sound spacious, precise, and effortlessly natural. Its high-density acrylic chassis and acrylic platter create an ultra-low-resonance foundation, while the isolated “floating” motor design helps keep vibration away from the stylus for cleaner transients and quieter backgrounds. Marantz pairs that platform with a finely adjustable, anodized aluminum straight tonearm and a premium Clearaudio moving-magnet cartridge, so you can get genuinely audiophile performance right out of the box. With support for 33 1/3 and 45 rpm playback, a silicone belt drive for stable speed, and a high-quality record clamp, the TT-15S1 is engineered to let your best pressings sound bold, detailed, and beautifully composed. The Marantz TT-15S1 is part of ListenUp's Marantz Turntables Collection.

What It's Good At:

• Producing a quieter, clearer vinyl presentation thanks to a low-resonance acrylic chassis and platter
• Preserving timing and pitch stability with a smooth belt-drive system and endless silicone belt
• Reducing vibration transfer with an isolated, “floating” motor mount construction
• Delivering a refined, high-detail sound immediately with the included Clearaudio Virtuoso MM cartridge
• Fine-tuning setup for maximum performance with adjustable counterweight, anti-skating, and tracking force range
• Elevating playback consistency and record contact with the included “Clever Clamp” record clamp

Marantz TT-15S1 Full Specifications:

• Product type: Reference belt-drive turntable with cartridge
• Operation: Manual
• Drive system: Belt drive (silicone belt / endless silicon belt)
• Motor: Non-servo AC motor
• Motor mounting: Floating motor mount construction (isolated motor)
• Speeds: 33 1/3 rpm and 45 rpm
• Line output: 2-channel (stereo)
• Speed variation / RPM deviation: ±0.2%
• Rated output (1kHz, 5m/s): 3.6 mV
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• S/N ratio (MM/MC): 80 dB / –
• Channel separation: > 30 dB
• Chassis material: Low-resonance high-density acrylic
• Platter material: High-density acrylic
• Platter height: 1.2 in
• Turntable (platter) depth: 28 mm
• Tonearm: Anodized aluminum straight type tonearm
• Arm type: 2-point radial tonearm
• Effective length: 239 mm
• Overhang: 17 mm
• Stylus pressure adjustable range: 0–5 g (1 graduation = 0.1 g)
• Anti-skating: Magnetic type anti-skating mechanism
• Counterweight: Fine adjustable counterweight
• Compatible cartridge weight: 3–18 g (excluding head shell)
• Included cartridge: Clearaudio Moving Magnet (MM)
• Included cartridge frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Included cartridge output voltage (1kHz, 5 cm/s): 3.6 mV
• Included cartridge channel separation: > 30 dB
• Included cartridge channel balance: < 0.2 dB
• Included cartridge recommended stylus pressure: 2.2 g
• Included cartridge impedance: 0.66 kΩ
• Included cartridge cantilever: Aluminum
• Included cartridge weight: 6.0 g
• Support feet: Solid aluminum 3-point support feet
• Record clamp: “Clever Clamp” by Souther Engineering
• Color: Transparent White
• Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
• Power consumption: 5 W
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 16.5 in x 5.4 in x 14.2 in (excluding tonearm)
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 440 mm x 110 mm x 350 mm (excluding tonearm)
• Weight: 19.6 lb (without tonearm & motor)
• Net weight: 8.9 kg (including tonearm/motor)
• Warranty: 5-year warranty (30-day cartridge & needle)

Marantz TT-15S1 Q&A:

Does the Marantz TT-15S1 have a built-in phono preamp?

No. The TT-15S1 outputs a standard phono signal, so you’ll need a phono preamp (or an amplifier/receiver with a PHONO input) to play it through most systems.

What speeds does the TT-15S1 support?

It supports both 33 1/3 rpm and 45 rpm playback for LPs and singles (an adapter is needed for 45 rpm records with large center holes).

Is the cartridge included, or do I need to buy one separately?

A premium Clearaudio moving-magnet cartridge is included, so you can set up and start listening without shopping for a cartridge first.

Is this turntable fully automatic?

No—this is a manual turntable, designed for maximum performance and simplicity with hands-on cueing and operation.

How does the TT-15S1 help reduce vibration and noise?

It combines a low-resonance acrylic chassis/platter with an isolated “floating” motor design to keep vibration away from the stylus and improve clarity.

Can I adjust tracking force and anti-skate?

Yes. The TT-15S1 includes a finely adjustable counterweight and magnetic anti-skating so you can dial in tracking for optimal performance.

Can I use a different cartridge later?

Yes, as long as it falls within the compatible cartridge weight range (3–18 g, excluding the head shell) and is set up correctly.

What’s the purpose of the included record clamp?

The included “Clever Clamp” helps improve record contact and can be especially useful when playing slightly warped records or when playing without a turntable mat/sheet.

Marantz TT-15S1 Downloads:

Marantz TT-15S1 User Guide
Marantz TT-15S1 Specifications