The « Concept » range comes into life with the will to offer a high-end affordable product ready to use. As a matter of fact, even though the manufacturer became a reference in numerous bolder series, their setup and adjustment require an expertise which isn’t accessible for everybody.
This pack is equipped with the famous Satisfy Kardan tonearm and a high-end MM cartridge , the Clearaudio Performer V2.
CLEARAUDIO CONCEPT PERFORMER/KARDAN PACK: PLINTH AND PLATTER
With the Concept Performer/Kardan Pack, a novice can instantly enjoy this Clearaudio turntable without having to get their toolbox.
The manufacture quality is one of the best out there. Its rigid plinth and its platter were specifically studied to be completely resistant to mechanical and acoustic vibrations.
CLEARAUDIO CONCEPT PERFORMER/KARDAN PACK: TONEARM AND CARTRIDGE
The Satisfy Kardan tonearm, which has already made its mark for several years, was selected for this version. It is exquisitely manufactured and adjusted.
In order to get the best results out of this Clearaudio, the manufacturer associated it with the excellent Clearaudio Performer V2 MM cartridge.
CLEARAUDIO CONCEPT PERFORMER/KARDAN PACK: SPEED REGULATION
The speed regulation integrated to the record player is one of the most fully equipped of its range. In fact, you can choose between 33, 45 and 78 rpm without any option!
CLEARAUDIO CONCEPT PERFORMER/KARDAN PACK: TESTING AND LISTENING
The results match the means used.
As expected, the musicality and neutrality are present. The restitution is very detailed and rich without being surgical. The dynamic range is spectacular and very realistic. The neutrality is vastly superior to the Concept tonearm version and the cartridge quality is indisputable. The surface noises are barely present, which foster a maximum of transparency.
The performance and musicality of this Clearaudio Concept Performer/Kardan makes it an excellent choice in this price range. Its versatility and ergonomics are valuable assets too.
Would recommend!
FranckTurntable details:
Chassis: rigid, optimized against resonances
Tonearm: Aluminium Satisfy Kardan
Motor: high precision, quiet, decoupled
Spindle: steel with bronze cover
Drive principle: flat belt
Platter: 30 mm thick black POM
Speeds: 33, 45, 78 rpm
Stability: +/- 0.04%
Weight: 7.5 kg
Power supply: external, 12 v/450 mA
Dimensions: 420x350x140 mm
Cartridge details:
Frequency response: 23 Hz - 20 kHz
Output level: 3.6 mV
Channel separation: >26 dB
Channel balance: <0.8 dB
Tracking ability: 80 Um
Tracking force: between 1.8 g and 2.6 g
Recommended tracking force: 2.4 g
Coil impedance: 0.66 kOhms
Coil impedance: 0.40 H
Resistive load: 47 kOhms
Capacitive charge: 100 Pf
Body: ebony
Cantilever: aluminium
Stylus: elliptical
Weight: 7.4 g
Customer reviews
Belle platine.
Suite différents échanges pour une montée en gamme après une rega planar 3 , cette clearaudio est belle , finition au top , elle sonne très bien ..mais attention aux réglages qui ne doivent pas être modifiés sans les outils adaptés et sans prendre le soin de demander conseil préalablement.
Merci à Frank et à son équipe pour leur disponibilité
Vincent