Here are some of its unique features that not only make this deck very special but endear it with a magical sound quality.
1. Pneumatic decoupling of the turntable plinth to the turntable support.
2. Very simple setting up procedure. The plinth can be levelled from above by three knurled adjusters.
3. Solid 16kg non-magnetic stainless steel platter which has no influence on the phono cartridge.
4. Magnetic repulsion of the platter to the plinth removes the need for thrust bearing.
5. Mechanical decoupling of the record spindle to the platter.
6. Optional belt or thread drive.
7. High specification low inertia high torque motor.
8. Seperate isolated motor removes motor vibration from entering the turntable.
9. Fully adjustable speed control for 33 & 45 RPM.
10. Provision has been made for fitting two tone arms.
11. Two arm boards are provided, one pre-drilled for an SME and one blank.
The Platine Verdier turntable is an exceptional piece of audio equipment. It is not fussy about what type of recording you choose to play, because every record you play on this deck will sound wonderful. The Platine Verdier excels in producing a fast dynamic full bodied sound, natural in presentaion with tremendous bass extension allowing all the dynamics of the performance to be fully re-created. This is heard to effect on solo piano performances where the bass cords creates the illusion of music, making the piano sound like it is in the room with you. Vocals are naturally recreated in the acoustic with an awesome holographic presentation. This is particularly noticeable on Opera. The one thing you are not aware of when listening to this turntable is its imaging ability. This is because the performance is just being played in front of you, just like it would be if you were there! Stereo imaging is taking place but you don't notice it specifically, because you are desperately trying to take in what you are hearing. The Platine Verdier works extremely well with the SME 3012-R tonearm and the Ortofon SPU cartridge. In fact SME are making a special version of the 3012 specifically for GT Audio to work on this turntable. I cannot stress enough how good this combination is, and if you are serious about vinyl replay you simply must get to hear one."
