Blackbird

Blackbird 2013

A turntable with a classic design. The turntable’s chassis is made of layers of MDF and aluminum. The aluminum is anodized in black or silver. The entire unit is precision-machined using CNC. The turntable platter is made of POM. The motors and control system are mounted inside the chassis. To prevent the transmission of vibrations, the drive components are mounted on rubber dampers. Control is handled by a microprocessor-based system with a crystal oscillator to ensure maximum rotational stability. Torque is transmitted via a belt. Two motors are used for the drive. The bearing is made of high-grade steel. The turntable’s design allows for the simultaneous mounting of two tonearms. The “standard” mounting point accommodates tonearms ranging from 9 to 13 inches. At the second mounting point, a tonearm with a maximum “mounting distance” of 240 mm can be installed. The turntable comes with one tonearm base (a second one is optional). Assembly and adjustments are facilitated by a scale printed on the tonearm base. The tonearm base consists of two components (POM and aluminum) that can be slid along the scale. As an option, the turntable is available with a platter featuring additional brass weights that increase its mass.

Illustrative photos. The tonearm is not included.

belt-drive turntable, 2 motors, 2 tonearms
quick-release system for tonearms/armboards
integrated Protractor for cartridge/tonearm alignment
dimensions: 530 mm x 420 mm x 150 mm
armboard right: 205 – 320 mm pivot-spindle (9 – 13 inch eff. length)
armboard left (optional): 205 – 240 mm pivot-spindle (9 – 10 inch eff. length)
weight: 17,5 kg (chassis), 22 kg (without tonearm)
warranty: 2 years (chassis and electronics), 5 years (bearing)