what is the platter mat they are using? I saw it in one of the videos. It is clear, looks like acrylic of some kind.
Upcoming Technics SP-10R (100th Anniversary Model)
Ok GAE owners, now you can sell your turntables, because upcoming Technics 100th Anniversary model will be a new version of the reference SP-10mk3 and they call it SP-10R. Finally!
http://www.technics.com/uk/about/press/releases/20170830-sp-10r/
"Berlin, Germany (30 August 2017) – Technics has today announced the launch of the Reference Class SP-10R, its most premium analogue, direct drive turntable to date, which is anticipated to hit the market in early summer 2018. The news comes as Technics unveils a prototype of the new, cutting-edge turntable with the world’s top-level* S/N (signal-to-noise) ratio and rotational stability for the first time at this year’s IFA."
"Reference Class Turntable Promising Outstanding Results
http://www.technics.com/uk/about/press/releases/20170830-sp-10r/
"Berlin, Germany (30 August 2017) – Technics has today announced the launch of the Reference Class SP-10R, its most premium analogue, direct drive turntable to date, which is anticipated to hit the market in early summer 2018. The news comes as Technics unveils a prototype of the new, cutting-edge turntable with the world’s top-level* S/N (signal-to-noise) ratio and rotational stability for the first time at this year’s IFA."
"Reference Class Turntable Promising Outstanding Results
The SP-10R features a brand new, coreless direct drive motor which, in addition to the two-sided rotor drive system that was used in the SL-1200G, boasts stator coils on both sides of the rotor, for a more powerful and accurate sound."
"The heavy platter features a three-layer structure consisting of brass, aluminum die-cast and deadening rubber, just like the platter of the SL-1200G. By optimising the natural frequency of each layer, external vibrations are thoroughly suppressed resulting in a beautifully clear and crisp audio experience."
"The SP-10R also features a new ultra-low-noise switching power supply, which, compared to a power supply unit using a transformer, is better at suppressing unwanted humming sounds and vibrations. The power supply unit is separate from the main turntable, preventing unwelcome noise from being transmitted to the turntable unit, for a sharper and clearer sound."
FIRST VIDEO with SP-10R:
P.S. Should we expect $15 000 or more ? And the new plinth comin soon?
Power supply looks funny, but the design of the drive is great, i think we should wait for the new version of the EPA-100 soon. Good news the GAE was not the last turntable !!!
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I had the wonderful experience of hearing the new SL-1000R in a demo by a Technics rep at a local dealer last weekend. That was part of a very hi-end system with Wilson speakers, D'Agostino electronics, and a top AT cartridge. There was no A/B with a different arm/table but I was fortune to be very familiar with the first LP played. That was a mint original pressing (not a goosed-up reissue) of a Gerry Mulligan LP on Columbia. So no vocal, no symphonic dynamics, no electronic bass extension, but an excellent and believable tonal rendition of four acoustic instruments. No CD I've heard had a blacker background, the music simply came forth into the listening room. For this amount of money (announced price at $18K, not the $20K reported earlier) a careful and more extended evaluation would be needed. I can only say that magic happened with that well-familiar recording. I was not familiar with the other selections so while they sounded good, I didn't have so much of a reference. |
Dear friends: I just received from Technics this email: AXPONA Is Fast Approaching! Be there April 13–15 to meet fellow audiophiles and music lovers from all 50 states and 23 countries worldwide. And be among the first to experience the new Technics SP10 Series direct drive turntable system. @ferrari275, read maybe it's time to listen and learn. Regards and enjoy the MUSIC NOT DISTORTIONS, R. |
We have more Technics SP-10 mkIII on the used market, more than ever in Japan. People start selling them, i've never seen so many used MK III before, amazing. I wish i could find one myself for reasonable price, hope the price will drop down soon. So what's the reason? Was it beaten by the new SP10R? I knew the mkII was beaten, but what about mk III ? |
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