Transrotor's revolutionary Dark Star Turntable is a stunning advance in turntable performance.
The DARKSTAR uses no suspension or damping system. Transrotor relies on a combination of mass
technology, dense and neutral materials for optimum performance. The chassis and platter of the
DARKSTAR are constructed of POM, i.e. polyoxymethylene for the chemists
out there, and Delrin, the Dupont registered trademark, as most of us
will know it. This resin combines many of the properties of metals and
plastics, including strength, rigidity and resistance to impact,
moisture and temperature. Its damping and anti-vibration abilities are
similar to acrylic.
The DARKSTAR rests on three feet. The motor and tonearm bases are suspended.The platter undergoes special treatment to reduce vibration and
resonance stemming from the drive system. It is visible on the underside
of the platter and features concentric ribbing. Its weight and design
result in great inertia. The drive principle is quite standard. It
comprises a belt and AC synchronous motor. As with most high-end turntables,
there is no sub-platter and the belt just slips around the edge of the
platter. The stainless steel drive spindle rests on a brass housing. The
bearing is a ceramic ball-bearing.
As with many rigid turntable models, setup is a paradigm of
simplicity. Position the plinth and compensate for level using the front
towers, position the motor, platter and belt and you're done!
Don't let the appearance of this JR TRANSROTOR fool you. Its
musicality is definitely not dull or dark! It
delivers a vibrant sound with a lot of substance. It picks up transient
cues very quickly and clearly. The level of detail and transparency deliver the recording
and mixing with great authenticity. The timbres are very authentic and
rich. The noise level is almost inaudible. The overall
neutrality makes this turntable readily compatible with many MM and MC cartridges and phono preamplifiers.
Weight 24kg.
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