Clearaudio Innovation Basic
Best high-end turntable for serious audiophiles seeking precision and versatile playback.
This turntable delivers high-end precision by marrying a resonance-optimized chassis with advanced magnetic bearing technology. It offers the rare flexibility of a dual-tonearm setup, making it the ideal choice for enthusiasts who demand absolute playback accuracy without sacrificing the ability to experiment with different cartridges.
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Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking immersive and highly detailed musical clarity
- Design-conscious listeners who value premium materials and sophisticated aesthetics
- Long-term collectors planning future component upgrades and system expansion
Who should skip it
- Budget-focused buyers prioritizing value over high-end performance
- Novice users intimidated by complex manual calibration and setup
- Listeners without existing high-performance amplification and speaker systems
Performance breakdown
Speed Stability
Optical Speed Control ensures near-perfect pitch consistency during every playback session.
Vibration Isolation
Resonance-optimized chassis design effectively silences unwanted mechanical interference.
Bearing Precision
Ceramic Magnetic Bearing technology virtually eliminates friction for smooth, silent rotation.
System Versatility
Dual tonearm capability offers audiophiles significant flexibility for advanced cartridge setups.
Build Quality
Meticulous craftsmanship and premium materials define this high-performance analog centerpiece.
Platter Performance
The 38mm POM platter provides exceptional mass and dimensional stability.
Key Specs
Platter
38mm thick, dynamically-balanced POM
Bearing
Patented CMB (Ceramic Magnetic Bearing)
Motor
High-torque DC motor with Optical Speed Control (OSC)
Speed Accuracy
Less than ±0.05%
Supported Speeds
33 1/3, 45, and 78 RPM
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Operation Type
Manual
Weight
26 lbs (without tonearm and power supply)
Dimensions
18.86″ x 19.09″ x 5.55″
Warranty
5 years
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