The Concept series was created with the aim of offering a high-end, affordable, and ready-to-use product. Indeed, while the manufacturer has become a reference in many more high-end segments, these require expertise in assembly and adjustment that may not be accessible to everyone.
This pack includes a vinyl turntable in black finish with a wood chassis, equipped with the famous Clarify tonearm and a high-end MM cartridge, the Clearaudio Artist V2.
CLEARAUDIO CONCEPT CLARIFY WOOD PACK: BASE AND PLATTER
With the Concept Clarify Wood Pack, even beginners can immediately enjoy this Clearaudio turntable without needing to bring out their toolbox.
The build quality is among the best on the market. Its rigid base and platter have been specially designed to be completely inert to mechanical and acoustic vibrations. This version is a black Concept Wood with a multi-layer wood chassis.
CLEARAUDIO CONCEPT CLARIFY WOOD PACK: TONEARM AND CARTRIDGE
The tonearm chosen for this version is the Clarify Carbon Silver, which has proven its worth over many years. It is superbly machined and adjusted.
To get the best results from this Clearaudio, the manufacturer has paired it with the excellent Clearaudio Artist V2 MM cartridge.
CLEARAUDIO CONCEPT CLARIFY WOOD PACK: SPEED CHANGE
The speed change integrated into the turntable is one of the most comprehensive in its range. Indeed, without any additional options, it allows you to choose between 33 RPM, 45 RPM, and 78 RPM!
CLEARAUDIO CONCEPT CLARIFY WOOD PACK: TEST AND LISTENING
The results are up to the means employed.
Musicality and neutrality are present as expected. The sound reproduction is very detailed and thorough without being surgical. The dynamics are spectacular and very realistic. Surface noise is almost nonexistent, which enhances maximum transparency. The tonearm offers superb tracking performance.
The performance and musicality of this Clearaudio Concept Clarify Wood Pack make it an excellent choice in this price range. Its versatility and ergonomics are also serious assets.
Highly recommended!
Franck Turntable specifications :
Chassis: rigid, optimized against resonance
Arms: Clarify
Motor: high-precision, silent, decoupled
Shaft: steel with bronze shell
Drive: flat belt
Platen: black POM, 30 mm thick
Speeds: 33, 45, 78 rpm
Stability: +/- 0.04
Weight: 7.5 kg
Power supply: external, 12v/450mA
Dimensions : 420x350x140mm
Cartridge specifications :
Frequency response: 20Hz-20 KHz
Output level: 3.8 mV
Channel separation: >28 dB
Channel balance: < 0.6 dB
Traceability: 80 Um
Pressing force: between 1.8g and 2.6g
Recommended contact force: 2.2g impedance
Coil: 0.67 KOhms
Coil inductance: 0.40 H
Resistive load: 47 KOhms
Capacitive load: 100 Pf
Body: ebony
Cantilever: aluminum
Stylus: elliptical
Weight: 8.4g
