MagLev turntable
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Uber cool! I want one.
Depending on how many coils there are in the maglev/platter turning system and the mass of the platter, there should be virtually no vibration or speed fluctuations. There are no bearings to transmit vibration, so it should be well isolated compared to a traditional table. Wow and flutter should be minimal as well, depending on the quality of the record (warps or off-center pressings would obviously have issues in this regard as with any table). Vibrations may affect it though--in the video, the platter wobbled a bit after being touched. I would guess the platter is magnetically shielded so the magnetic field fluctuations aren't picked up by the coils in the cartridge.
EDIT: They thought of everything too. It has a built-in battery backup so if the power fails while playing a record, it will lift the tonearm and raise the platter feet so your record, platter, cartridge or stylus isn't damaged.- Bottom
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VPI has a mag drive TT......the Titon.....at around $60k:E
regarding wow & flutter.......my concern right off the bat would be HVAC induced issues or a stiff breeze thru a nearby open window....
overall, the price is quite reasonable, imho, seeing as how you get a Project arm & from the vids, the build quality on these prototypes looks decent.
then again, getting a prototype into full production while maintaining quality is what sorts the chaff from the wheat.- Bottom
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the analog equivalent to digital's jitter, if you will...
also, any bumps or environmental inputs which cause movement will have an affect on tacking ability.- Bottom
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all i want to do right now is grab the platter & see if the plinth starts rotating.....:W
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OK, I've waxed poetic enough. I'm sure the concept is solid, but the execution will be subject to scrutiny by some of the pickiest people on Earth-audiophiles with vinyl. If the MagLev can get the benefits of the technology, and clear the hurdles it presents for a reasonable price, they'll have something special on their hands. It's been a while since something in turntables was exciting, besides the price!Lee
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Now you gave me a crazy idea. A turntable where the platter is stationary and the plinth/tonearm rotates. That would be a sight to see.
A transparent dust cover would solve any issues from stray digits/breezes.- Bottom
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hurry up & patent that idea.- Bottom
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yep, i was a little worried about plugging it into the wall...:rollhead: :huh:Last edited by wkhanna; 02 November 2016, 18:46 Wednesday.- Bottom
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Originally posted by Kevin PFirst test was successful, but I had to remove the cords and untwist them after playing a record.
What you DON'T say may be held against you...- Bottom
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i wonder if i could throw a clay pot with thing?- Bottom
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Lee
Marantz PM7200-RIP
Marantz PM-KI Pearl
Schiit Modi 3
Marantz CD5005
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