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Avid HiFi Diva II |
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Avid HiFi Diva II - Deck only (tonearm + cartridge not included) Despite being our entry-level model, the Diva II shares the design philosophy and key elements of our more expensive designs. Far from being hamstrung by compromise as many ‘cost-down’ turntables are, Diva II has been engineered holistically – each part designed specifically to contribute to an overall performance which is quite simply remarkable both in value and absolute terms. The foundation of the Diva II is an ultra rigid, one piece aluminium casting. The arm and platter are mounted to this using a sapphire bearing and tight clamping system. The Avid Diva II’s unique system of mechanical isolation efficiently channels unwanted vibrations away from both the record and platter into this rigid chassis. Platter construction is MDF, the mat cork composite in common with the both Volvere and Sequel models. The use of this platter coupled with the softer surface material ensures an impedance miss-match with the record and, with the aid of the clamp, reduces unwanted vibrations entering the platter.
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Avid HiFi Diva II SP |
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Avid HiFi Diva II SP - Deck only (tonearm + cartridge not included) Whilst Diva II sets the bar undoubtedly high, the Diva II SP edition reveals a genuine insight into the performance standards of high-end audio. Approaching the illustrious Volvere model in absolute terms, this is no mere cosmetic makeover. Control and precision in reproduction are of the very highest calibre; a benefit derived directly from the engineering effort applied to each and every turntable. A machined aluminium platter is the first and most obvious step-up; the vibration absorbing properties working symbiotically with the chassis. Combined with our unique, low-density, self-lubricating bearing system, torsional vibration is all but eliminated. Precision control of turntable speed is achieved with our Digital Signal processing engine. Variations in the mains supplies are ironed out to create a pure and abundant supply of power to the motor. This can be precisely and easily calibrated to achieve perfect platter speeds. Motor noise, vibration and control are all improved with the 'twin belt' drive controlling platter dynamics and stability under load. The result? A smooth, yet dynamic sound quality, improved bass and treble definition. Owners of the original Diva II model are welcome to upgrade their system with these additional refinements
12 months limited SSA warranty Price incl. VAT (excl. shipping costs) € 3099,-
Avid website: http://www.avidhifi.co.uk |
Avid HiFi Volvere SP |
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Avid HiFi Volvere SP - Deck only (tonearm + cartridge not included) Many of the engineering innovations we have pioneered in our flagship, reference models are equally relevant to all our turntables. Nowhere is this more evident than in the Volvere. This latest generation incorporates our latest DSP signal-generating power supply, totally removing the vagaries of the mains power signal and allowing precise calibration of motor speed. Introduction of the new twin belt drive system and revised bearing has improved platter dynamics, yet further improving the sound quality. Conceived as a belt drive, sprung subchassis design, Volvere is designed and built to the same precision engineering standards as the Acutus turntable. Bespoke versions of the unique clamping, stainless steel bearing and suspension systems have been developed and applied to this novel design. External vibrations are dissipated by the unique AVID variable frequency suspension system, effectively isolating the entire system from extraneous influence – yet without the softening of dynamic response often allied to such systems. Suspension dynamics are further improved in this latest version using revised lateral damping isolation bands and lastly but by no means least, a massive platter. The result? Vibration caused by the stylus during playback is transmitted to the subchassis directly through the main bearing and not absorbed into the platter. The clarity and depth of the performance under reference listening tests is a testament to the attention to detail bestowed on the design and the manufacture.
12 months limited SSA warranty Price incl. VAT (excl. shipping costs) € 4199,-
Avid website: http://www.avidhifi.co.uk |
Avid HiFi Volvere Sequel SP |
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Avid HiFi Volvere Sequel SP - Deck only (tonearm + cartridge not included) Sequel is so much more than a step-up model from the Volvere. With a touch of high-end engineering finesse, the already robust chassis and structure benefit from a bespoke suspension system, bearing and platter. Following our policy of continuous improvement, upgrades to power supply and motor which we developed for our Acutus Reference model have also been applied here, using the same principles of DSP signal generation to reduce vibration and allow fine calibration of motor speed. Additionally our new twin belt drive and revised bearing makes the improvement in sound quality instantly noticeable over the Volvere. Building upon the strengths of the standard Volvere model, the presentation is dramatically focussed and paints a vividly realistic image of the recording. Aside from the superlative audio performance, the Sequel is one of the more aesthetically pleasing models in the world of high-end turntables and a worthy centrepiece for any domestic hi-fi system.
12 months limited SSA warranty Price incl. VAT (excl. shipping costs) € 6089,-
Avid website: http://www.avidhifi.co.uk |
Avid HiFi Acutus SP |
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Avid HiFi Acutus SP - Deck only (tonearm + cartridge not included) Acutus turntable is radically different from current design theories. Designed from a clean sheet, leaving nothing unexplored or unresolved. Setting a standard of musical reproduction others aspire to achieve. In brief, this is a belt drive, sprung subchassis design and this is where similarity with other designs stops. On first appearance you can see there is something different and you would be right. Vibration caused by the stylus during playback is transmitted to the subchassis directly through our newly revised unique single point bearing and not absorbed into the platter. This is achieved using a unique matting material and clamping system. External vibrations are isolated by a unique variable frequency suspension system, conveniently adjustable from above. A purpose designed power supply, incorporating our latest DSP signal generation makes for accurate speed settings. This coupled to a unique hand made motor, 10 times more powerful than normally used, drives a massive 10Kg platter with our new twin belt drive system making for excellent speed stability and sonic pictures of sound. Stunningly finished in Polished Chrome or Gold, this product is the natural choice of equipment for those who demand the best.
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Avid HiFi Pulsus |
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Avid HiFi Pulsus - Phono stage Avid's Pulsare established a new benchmark in sound quality that a phonostage can achieve. Pulsus embodies the experience gained during the development of the Pulsare to design this high quality but economically priced phonostage. Many of the Pulsare's features have been retained such as the switchable flexibility and separate power supply. Again designed from first principles, Pulsus is an un-balanced design, but still keeping noise exceptionally low. Distortion across the audio spectrum is exceptionally very low and with impressive headroom, a character common to all our electronic designs.
12 months limited SSA warranty Price incl. VAT (excl. shipping costs) € 1399,-
Avid website: http://www.avidhifi.co.uk |
Avid HiFi Pulsare |
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Avid HiFi Pulsare - Phono stage This was our design goal, because over the years, the many phono stages we have listened too, whilst offering excellent technical performance, lacked that something that makes the music sound and feel real. We call it 'shear power'. Its that feeling of presence, solidity and drive that separates just listening to a HiFi system with the feeling of being in the presence of the performance. Logically manufacturing turntables that already create that feeling, turntables with exceptionally low background noise and impressive isolation to prevent distortion, we wanted to create a phono stage that embodied these qualities. Designed from first principles, Pulsare is fully balanced throughout, keeping noise exceptionally low. Distortion across the audio spectrum is very low and with an impressive headroom, there's never a feeling of 'running out of steam'. Employing extremely high-specification components, every attribute is of the highest order. At no point, in the circuit is signal integrity compromised, using a bank of relays for every adjustment. Inputs and outputs are both XLR and RCA, and whilst running fully balanced internally, the output is optionally balanced or unbalanced. Gain, resistance and capacitance are all easily adjustable from the front panel and offer exceptional flexibility. A passive RIAA (with Neumann HF correction) circuit using high-end capacitors, helps maintain linearity of reproduction; and an external double regulated 300va power supply provides nothing short of prodigious power to each channel separately. Passionately manufactured within our own facilities, everything from PCB assembly, testing and quality control to the high quality casework ensures a long lasting reliable product, allowing you to not just listen, but experience the full potential that vinyl replay has to offer. Put bluntly, this is a ground-up revolutionary design which communicates honestly and embraces dynamic attack with aplomb.
12 months limited SSA warranty Price incl. VAT (excl. shipping costs) € 4799,-
Avid website: http://www.avidhifi.co.uk |
