Sondek LP12
The reference transcription turntable for optimum reproduction of LP records - over 25 years of world leadership. Available with three different standards of power supply.
- Patented, low-noise, single-point bearing to eliminate noise and optimise information retrieval
- High mass, perfectly balanced, belt-driven platters to maintain speed stability
- Solid wood plinth, stainless steel chassis, suspended sub-chassis and stable arm platform to provide freedom from vibration and acoustic feedback, and reliable, consistent performance.
- Upgradeable from Basik version in steps to Lingo version for ultra-precise motor control and the finest musical detail. (The Lingo drives the LP12 motor with two low distortion sinewaves separated by 90 degrees from two high voltage amplifiers. The sinewaves are derived from a low noise crystal oscillator. A unique circuit monitors the motor and during start up drives the motor hard but when
Introduction
1972
Type
Belt Drive Transcription Turntable Platter
Speed
33.3/45 rpm
Speed Accuracy
Lingo 0.03%
Valhalla: 0.03%
Basik: 0.1% (Mains Tolerance)
Mains Supply
Lingo: 100/120/220/240V
Valhalla/Basik: 90-132, 198-264V
Power Consumption
<13W
Dimensions
W445 x D356 x H140mm
Weight
3.75kg
Why Linn Turntables are Famous.
In a Linn record-playing system, turntable quality comes first.
Its ability to extract the most musical information from your records requires speed, accuracy and noiseless bearings with complete freedom from accoustic feedback. The next priority is the tonearm which must hold the cartridge firmly to allow the stylus to be driven accurately by the groove. The integrity of the tonearm construction and the quality of its bearings and electrical connections are all vital in preserving valuable musical detail. All stylus movement, no matter how miniscule, has to be converted into an electrical signal for the preamplifier. The strength of a cartridge body and cantilever, and the precision of its magnet, coils and contacts, must all match the resolution of the finest nude diamond stylus.