{"product_id":"transc-hyd-ref-c","title":"Transcriptors Hydraulic Reference Turntable","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Hydraulic Reference Turntable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hydraulic Reference Turntable employs a low-speed, recoil start synchronous motor on a double-deck spring mounting driving the platter via a neoprene rubber belt, thereby providing complete vibration insulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main bearing incorporates a silicone fluid well rotating at the same speed as the platter, fine speed control being provided by a static vane immersed in the fluid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlatter speed is therefore determined by the A.C mains frequency, which is effectively constant, and the viscous fluid flow onto the vane, also effectively constant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpeed changing (45 r.p.m. and 33.3 r.p.m.) is accomplished by moving the drive belt from one motor pulley to the other and a neon-lit stroboscope is provided for accurate speed setting. In order to eliminate completely any mechanical shock to the turntable, on\/off switching of the drive motor is accomplished by means of a reed switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hydraulic Reference Turntable also has provision for the unique sweep arm and stylus brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the arm pictured is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Brief History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep into the cinematic universe of \u003ca\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Clockwork Orange\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e with the Transcriptors Hydraulic Reference Turntablea coveted masterpiece that not only graced the iconic scenes of Alexs (Malcolm McDowell) bedroom where he plays his beloved Beethoven records but which has also earned its place in the hearts of film buffs and music aficionados alike. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with unparalleled precision, this award-winning turntable, originally meticulously designed by the late David Gammon in 1964, was handpicked by the legendary Stanley Kubrick himself to adorn the silver screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTranscriptors Engineering was founded in 1960 by Gammon with his brother Anthony and became the worlds leading manufacturer of manual turntables, tone arms and accessories, and one of the most modern hi-fi manufacturing plants in Europe during the 60s, 70s and the early 80s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenowned for its innovation and excellence, Gammons son Michael continues the legacy of the Transcriptors Hydraulic Reference Turntable: In 1969 Stanley Kubrick visited my father at his Borehamwood factory and asked him if he could purchase a Hydraulic Reference to use in his latest film project. He let Stanley have the turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTranscriptors turntables have been widely used in numerous television commercials and in many films: The Skeleton turntable was used in the \u003ca\u003e\u003cem\u003eX-Men: First Class\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (2011) and \u003cem\u003eCreepshow\u003c\/em\u003e (1982) and the Hydraulic Reference Turntable can be spotted in \u003ca\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Look Of Love\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (2013) as well as A Clockwork Orange (1972). Various turntable parts were also used in another Stanley Kubrick production, \u003cem\u003e2001 A Space Odyssey\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlatter 305mm diameter machined from a solid billet of aluminium, and fitted with six 24k gold plated inertia platter weights. The record is supported on neoprene pads, thereby reducing rumble and induced static to an absolute minimum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlinth CNC machined 30mm thick clear acrylic\u003cbr\u003eIsolation Feet Aluminium fitted with cork\/rubber damping pads.\u003cbr\u003eLid Clear acrylic.\u003cbr\u003eMain bearing Slim sectioned ball-ended ground and polished silver steel spindle running onto a ceramic ball bearing and hardened steel thrust plate. Fitted with three poly-sibrilating damping rigs\u003cbr\u003eMotor Single-phase synchronous, recoil start.\u003cbr\u003eTonearm Boards Available for most new and classic arms.\u003cbr\u003ePower requirement 115vac or 240vac, single-phase, 50 Hz or 60Hz.\u003cbr\u003eSpeeds 33.3 and 45 r.p.m.\u003cbr\u003eSpeed Control +\/- 2% of nominal\u003cbr\u003eSpeed Indication Neon-lit stroboscope geared up 6:1 to give a 6 degree reading\u003cbr\u003efor a 1 degree variation in platter speed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth 440 mm\u003cbr\u003eDepth (lid closed) 420 mm\u003cbr\u003eDepth (lid open) 520 mm\u003cbr\u003eHeight (lid closed) 160 mm\u003cbr\u003eHeight (lid open) 500 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Transcriptors","offers":[{"title":"Solid Black Finish to Chassis","offer_id":52739759964426,"sku":"TRANSCRIPT-482","price":3999.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Solid White Finish to Chassis","offer_id":52739759997194,"sku":"TRANSCRIPT-483","price":3999.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Clear Chassis (as pictured)","offer_id":52739760029962,"sku":"TRANSCRIPT-484","price":4999.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/3283\/6618\/files\/transcriptors-hydraulic-reference-turntable-finish-solid-black-finish-to-43294-p.jpg?v=1773933272","url":"https:\/\/audioemotion.co.uk\/products\/transc-hyd-ref-c","provider":"Audio Emotion Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}