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{"id":7705893896435,"title":"NAD C 558 Turntable","handle":"nad-c-558-tur","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA component that critical listeners can applaud for its musical quality, and one that almost anybody can afford, the NAD C 558 is a full-featured, belt-driven model targeted for record enthusiasts everywhere.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-fitted with an Ortofon OM10 phono cartridge, the C 558 features a belt drive for maximum noise isolation, as well as a precision AC motor with isolated AC power supply that has universal voltage. Complimented by a glass platter with felt pad, a MDF plinth, and a low resonance dust cover, the C 558 delivers an outstanding listening experience unlike any other.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSophisticated Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to the C 558, we have chosen to use a sophisticated power supply that transforms the AC alternating voltage of your wall socket into a pure DC voltage. The DC voltage is then regenerated into a precise AC voltage that powers a precision clock motor to achieve nearly perfect speed consistency and smoothness. The motor itself is isolated from noise and voltage fluctuations that occur in the unfiltered AC mains that can cause instability in the motor. The motor uses a specially developed rubber belt that is flat ground for precision and drives a non-resonant sub platter that is also precisely machined for smooth rotation. This sits in a brass bearing with a hardened steel shaft. All of these parts are carefully developed to work together to provide a remarkably stable and precise rotation of the disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe C 558's tonearm also offers a similar level of careful engineering and development. At 9\" long it offers low tracking distortion while maintaining rigidity and low mass required to stabilise the cartridge. By allowing VTF and Azimuth adjustment we get precise tracking with low distortion and record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe glass platter and massive plinth combine to extract all the energy from the disc while isolating unwanted external vibration. These details further ensure that your vinyl listening experience is truly transcendent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuality Parts and Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe plinth of the C 558 is solid MDF, as opposed to the particle board or plastic that is commonly found at this value, and is CNC machined for precision. The C 558's dustcover, too, is heavier than most and made from a non-resonant Perspex with a counter-sprung hinge design that allows the cover to remain in almost any intermediate position from open to closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAn Experience Like No Other\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eListening to vinyl records is an immersive experience. You become as involved in the process as you do in the listening. To a much greater degree than with digital sources, vinyl playback requires solid mechanical accuracy to extract the music from the medium. A properly played record is a fantastic and rewarding experience, and the NAD C 558 has everything you need to get maximum enjoyment with minimal fuss and expense.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eNominal speed\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e33\/45 rpm, manual speed change\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpeed variance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e33rpm: ± \u0026lt; 0.50%, 45rpm: ± \u0026lt; 0.45%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWow and flutter\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e33rpm: ± \u0026lt; 0.15%, 45rpm: ± \u0026lt; 0.15%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDownforce range\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e0 - 30 mN, 0 - 3.0 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTonearm\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOperation\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eManual\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLength\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e230 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverhang\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e18 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eEffective tonearm mass\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e9.5 g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCable capacitance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e150-400pF\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCartridge\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFrequency Range\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e20-22.000Hz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e4mV\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTracking Force Recommended\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e15mN\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCartridge Weight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e5g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStylus Type\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e20μm\/mN - elliptical\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePhysical Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e435 x 340 x 125mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e17 1\/8 x 13 3\/8 x 4 59\/64\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e5.5 kg (turntable) - 1.74 kg (platter)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e8kg\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2022-06-15T22:25:21+01:00","created_at":"2022-06-15T22:25:21+01:00","vendor":"NAD","type":"Turntables","tags":["NAD","Turntables"],"price":44900,"price_min":44900,"price_max":44900,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":44900,"compare_at_price_min":44900,"compare_at_price_max":44900,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":42876921970931,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"NAD-C-558-TUR","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"NAD C 558 Turntable","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":44900,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":44900,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/NAD-C-558-TUR_1.jpg?v=1656899243"],"featured_image":"\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/NAD-C-558-TUR_1.jpg?v=1656899243","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":30259566313715,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"width":1000,"src":"\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/NAD-C-558-TUR_1.jpg?v=1656899243"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/NAD-C-558-TUR_1.jpg?v=1656899243","width":1000}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch2\u003eA component that critical listeners can applaud for its musical quality, and one that almost anybody can afford, the NAD C 558 is a full-featured, belt-driven model targeted for record enthusiasts everywhere.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-fitted with an Ortofon OM10 phono cartridge, the C 558 features a belt drive for maximum noise isolation, as well as a precision AC motor with isolated AC power supply that has universal voltage. Complimented by a glass platter with felt pad, a MDF plinth, and a low resonance dust cover, the C 558 delivers an outstanding listening experience unlike any other.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSophisticated Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to the C 558, we have chosen to use a sophisticated power supply that transforms the AC alternating voltage of your wall socket into a pure DC voltage. The DC voltage is then regenerated into a precise AC voltage that powers a precision clock motor to achieve nearly perfect speed consistency and smoothness. The motor itself is isolated from noise and voltage fluctuations that occur in the unfiltered AC mains that can cause instability in the motor. The motor uses a specially developed rubber belt that is flat ground for precision and drives a non-resonant sub platter that is also precisely machined for smooth rotation. This sits in a brass bearing with a hardened steel shaft. All of these parts are carefully developed to work together to provide a remarkably stable and precise rotation of the disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe C 558's tonearm also offers a similar level of careful engineering and development. At 9\" long it offers low tracking distortion while maintaining rigidity and low mass required to stabilise the cartridge. By allowing VTF and Azimuth adjustment we get precise tracking with low distortion and record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe glass platter and massive plinth combine to extract all the energy from the disc while isolating unwanted external vibration. These details further ensure that your vinyl listening experience is truly transcendent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuality Parts and Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe plinth of the C 558 is solid MDF, as opposed to the particle board or plastic that is commonly found at this value, and is CNC machined for precision. The C 558's dustcover, too, is heavier than most and made from a non-resonant Perspex with a counter-sprung hinge design that allows the cover to remain in almost any intermediate position from open to closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAn Experience Like No Other\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eListening to vinyl records is an immersive experience. You become as involved in the process as you do in the listening. To a much greater degree than with digital sources, vinyl playback requires solid mechanical accuracy to extract the music from the medium. A properly played record is a fantastic and rewarding experience, and the NAD C 558 has everything you need to get maximum enjoyment with minimal fuss and expense.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eNominal speed\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e33\/45 rpm, manual speed change\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpeed variance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e33rpm: ± \u0026lt; 0.50%, 45rpm: ± \u0026lt; 0.45%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWow and flutter\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e33rpm: ± \u0026lt; 0.15%, 45rpm: ± \u0026lt; 0.15%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDownforce range\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e0 - 30 mN, 0 - 3.0 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTonearm\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOperation\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eManual\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLength\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e230 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverhang\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e18 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eEffective tonearm mass\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e9.5 g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCable capacitance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e150-400pF\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCartridge\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFrequency Range\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e20-22.000Hz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e4mV\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTracking Force Recommended\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e15mN\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCartridge Weight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e5g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStylus Type\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e20μm\/mN - elliptical\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePhysical Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e435 x 340 x 125mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e17 1\/8 x 13 3\/8 x 4 59\/64\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e5.5 kg (turntable) - 1.74 kg (platter)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e8kg\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":7705894125811,"title":"NAD C 588 Turntable","handle":"nad-c-588-tur","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNAD is well known for innovative, high performance, yet affordable, turntables. While the basic operation of a turntable seems simple, extracting all the musical energy from the record grooves without exciting destructive resonances requires both science and art.\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch2\u003eLet’s take a closer look at each of the elements of the C 588 with an explanation of the choices we made.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eElectronic Speed Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHaving exact pitch (speed) is important, but human hearing is much more sensitive to momentary changes in speed which we express with the terms Wow and Flutter. As its name sounds, Wow is a slow cyclical speed variation. The most severe example is the sound of a severely warped record, where the stylus travels faster on the rising side of the warp and slower on the descending side, causing abrupt changes in musical pitch. Flutter is what we call very fast and small variations that are usually generated by the motor. The C 588 addresses both of these problems with proven and effective solutions. A specialised, high precision, synchronous clock motor is both very smooth and accurate, especially when driven from a stable AC voltage. To ensure a clean and stable AC voltage we isolate the AC Mains by first converting it to a clean DC voltage, and then electronically generating the precise AC frequency to regulate the synchronous motor. Using a specially formulated belt to drive the platter further filters and isolates any remaining vibration. All rotating parts are made from aluminium alloy machined to very tight tolerances to eliminate any eccentricity or vibration in the drive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTonearm And Cartridge\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe C 588 features a custom designed carbon fiber tonearm shaft with a fixed metal head shell and features a decoupled counterweight and magnetic anti-skate compensation. An Ortofon 2M Red cartridge is factory installed and offers superb tracking and a delicately nuanced full range sound. The C 588 uses a longer than usual 9\" tonearm to optimise overhang and reduce the tracking angle error. To perfectly align the stylus we include adjustments for azimuth and vertical tracking angle, and include a gauge to calibrate the alignment, a rarity at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eClosing The Triangle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo fully realise the micro-dynamics of music requires a very tight mechanical coupling of the platter and the tonearm. This forms a triangle, as vibrations can travel from record being played, to the platter, through the shaft and bearing to the base (plinth), up the arm mount through the arm pivot and down the arm to the cartridge and stylus. There are many separate parts in this path and some of them are required move relative to one another through mechanical bearing interfaces. If there is any play in these mechanical interfaces musical energy will be lost. This why NAD has paid strict attention to precision machining, assembly, and testing that is so important in a turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eResonance Control And Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReducing all spurious vibrations to a minimum is critical to getting the best result when playing vinyl. Since these vibrations can come from various sources, both internal and external, the materials and dimensions must all be carefully calculated reduce and balance all the resonances to prevent a buildup of energy at particular frequencies. To isolate external vibrations from the loudspeakers or footfalls bouncing the floor, we use a massive MDF base with specially tuned vibration damping feet, along with a thick non-resonant dust cover. The choice of glass platter, felt pad, MDF base, and carbon fiber tonearm, were carefully considered to work together to limit and reduce spurious vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecipe Or Ingredients?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey say a great chef can make delicious food from very basic\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eingredients, while a cook without training can make a mess of even the finest and most exotic ingredients. NAD is a Five Star Chef in the audio world, designing award winning products for 45 years now. We think the C 588 hits a sweet spot for performance and value by using very simple high quality parts and precisely engineering them to work together in perfect harmony. We believe the result to be a feast for the ears that will last for years and bring new life to your existing record collection while preserving it for the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt Driven Turntable 33\/45\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10mm Glass Plater with Felt Pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision Alloy Sub Platter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision AC Motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolated AC Power Supply with Universal Voltage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9\" Carbon Fibre Tonearm with Fixed Head Shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrtofon 2M Red Cartridge Preinstalled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVertical Tracking Angle and Azimuth Adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRigid MDF Plinth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal Feet with Tuned Isolation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow Resonance Dustcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetachable High Quality RCA Cable with separate Ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eNominal speed\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e33\/45 rpm, manual speed change\u003cbr\u003e(78 rpm possible with special pulley\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpeed variance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e33 rpm: \u0026lt; ± 0.35 %, 45 rpm: \u0026lt; ± 0.30 %\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWow and flutter\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;0.01% (ref. 1 kHz, Audio LPF)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSignal\/Noise ratio\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e- 70 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDownforce range\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e0 - 30 mN\u003cbr\u003e0 - 3.0 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSupplied counterweight system\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e95dB\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSupplied counterweight system\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCounterweight for cartridges: 6 - 13 g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eVoltage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eUniversal switch mode power supply\u003cbr\u003e15 V DC\/0,8 A, 100-240 V AC, 47 - 63Hz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePower consumption\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e5 W max\/ 0.3W standby\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTonearm\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eEffective tonearm mass\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e9.5 g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eEffective tonearm length\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e230 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverhang\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e18 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrtofon 2m Red Cartridge\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFrequency range\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e20-22.000Hz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eChannel separation\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e22dB\/1kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOutput voltage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e5.5 mV\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRecommended load impedance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e47 kohms\/Amplifier connection: MM-input\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompliance\/stylus type\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e20μm\/mN - elliptical\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRecommended tracking force\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e18 mN\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWeight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e7.2g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDimensions And Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGross Dimensions (W x H X D)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e17 1\/8 x 13 7\/16 x 4 15\/16\" (435 x 340 x 125mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e9.2 kg(20.3 lbs)\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2022-06-15T22:25:25+01:00","created_at":"2022-06-15T22:25:28+01:00","vendor":"NAD","type":"Turntables","tags":["NAD","Turntables"],"price":69900,"price_min":69900,"price_max":69900,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":69900,"compare_at_price_min":69900,"compare_at_price_max":69900,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":42876922102003,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"NAD-C-588-TUR","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"NAD C 588 Turntable","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":69900,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":69900,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/NAD-C-588-TUR_1.jpg?v=1656899247"],"featured_image":"\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/NAD-C-588-TUR_1.jpg?v=1656899247","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":30259566772467,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"width":1000,"src":"\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/NAD-C-588-TUR_1.jpg?v=1656899247"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/NAD-C-588-TUR_1.jpg?v=1656899247","width":1000}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch2\u003eNAD is well known for innovative, high performance, yet affordable, turntables. While the basic operation of a turntable seems simple, extracting all the musical energy from the record grooves without exciting destructive resonances requires both science and art.\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch2\u003eLet’s take a closer look at each of the elements of the C 588 with an explanation of the choices we made.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eElectronic Speed Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHaving exact pitch (speed) is important, but human hearing is much more sensitive to momentary changes in speed which we express with the terms Wow and Flutter. As its name sounds, Wow is a slow cyclical speed variation. The most severe example is the sound of a severely warped record, where the stylus travels faster on the rising side of the warp and slower on the descending side, causing abrupt changes in musical pitch. Flutter is what we call very fast and small variations that are usually generated by the motor. The C 588 addresses both of these problems with proven and effective solutions. A specialised, high precision, synchronous clock motor is both very smooth and accurate, especially when driven from a stable AC voltage. To ensure a clean and stable AC voltage we isolate the AC Mains by first converting it to a clean DC voltage, and then electronically generating the precise AC frequency to regulate the synchronous motor. Using a specially formulated belt to drive the platter further filters and isolates any remaining vibration. All rotating parts are made from aluminium alloy machined to very tight tolerances to eliminate any eccentricity or vibration in the drive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTonearm And Cartridge\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe C 588 features a custom designed carbon fiber tonearm shaft with a fixed metal head shell and features a decoupled counterweight and magnetic anti-skate compensation. An Ortofon 2M Red cartridge is factory installed and offers superb tracking and a delicately nuanced full range sound. The C 588 uses a longer than usual 9\" tonearm to optimise overhang and reduce the tracking angle error. To perfectly align the stylus we include adjustments for azimuth and vertical tracking angle, and include a gauge to calibrate the alignment, a rarity at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eClosing The Triangle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo fully realise the micro-dynamics of music requires a very tight mechanical coupling of the platter and the tonearm. This forms a triangle, as vibrations can travel from record being played, to the platter, through the shaft and bearing to the base (plinth), up the arm mount through the arm pivot and down the arm to the cartridge and stylus. There are many separate parts in this path and some of them are required move relative to one another through mechanical bearing interfaces. If there is any play in these mechanical interfaces musical energy will be lost. This why NAD has paid strict attention to precision machining, assembly, and testing that is so important in a turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eResonance Control And Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReducing all spurious vibrations to a minimum is critical to getting the best result when playing vinyl. Since these vibrations can come from various sources, both internal and external, the materials and dimensions must all be carefully calculated reduce and balance all the resonances to prevent a buildup of energy at particular frequencies. To isolate external vibrations from the loudspeakers or footfalls bouncing the floor, we use a massive MDF base with specially tuned vibration damping feet, along with a thick non-resonant dust cover. The choice of glass platter, felt pad, MDF base, and carbon fiber tonearm, were carefully considered to work together to limit and reduce spurious vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecipe Or Ingredients?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey say a great chef can make delicious food from very basic\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eingredients, while a cook without training can make a mess of even the finest and most exotic ingredients. NAD is a Five Star Chef in the audio world, designing award winning products for 45 years now. We think the C 588 hits a sweet spot for performance and value by using very simple high quality parts and precisely engineering them to work together in perfect harmony. We believe the result to be a feast for the ears that will last for years and bring new life to your existing record collection while preserving it for the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt Driven Turntable 33\/45\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10mm Glass Plater with Felt Pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision Alloy Sub Platter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision AC Motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolated AC Power Supply with Universal Voltage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9\" Carbon Fibre Tonearm with Fixed Head Shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrtofon 2M Red Cartridge Preinstalled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVertical Tracking Angle and Azimuth Adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRigid MDF Plinth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal Feet with Tuned Isolation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow Resonance Dustcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetachable High Quality RCA Cable with separate Ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eNominal speed\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e33\/45 rpm, manual speed change\u003cbr\u003e(78 rpm possible with special pulley\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpeed variance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e33 rpm: \u0026lt; ± 0.35 %, 45 rpm: \u0026lt; ± 0.30 %\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWow and flutter\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;0.01% (ref. 1 kHz, Audio LPF)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSignal\/Noise ratio\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e- 70 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDownforce range\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e0 - 30 mN\u003cbr\u003e0 - 3.0 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSupplied counterweight system\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e95dB\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSupplied counterweight system\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCounterweight for cartridges: 6 - 13 g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eVoltage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eUniversal switch mode power supply\u003cbr\u003e15 V DC\/0,8 A, 100-240 V AC, 47 - 63Hz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePower consumption\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e5 W max\/ 0.3W standby\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTonearm\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eEffective tonearm mass\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e9.5 g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eEffective tonearm length\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e230 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverhang\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e18 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrtofon 2m Red Cartridge\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFrequency range\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e20-22.000Hz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eChannel separation\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e22dB\/1kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOutput voltage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e5.5 mV\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRecommended load impedance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e47 kohms\/Amplifier connection: MM-input\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompliance\/stylus type\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e20μm\/mN - elliptical\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRecommended tracking force\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e18 mN\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWeight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e7.2g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDimensions And Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGross Dimensions (W x H X D)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e17 1\/8 x 13 7\/16 x 4 15\/16\" (435 x 340 x 125mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e9.2 kg(20.3 lbs)\u003c\/p\u003e"}