PLINTH
The plinth for the C-Dur applies a mass-loaded design, using MDF over 50mm thick to ensure that any vibrations are absorbed, the result is a drastically minimised vibrational impact on audio quality during playback. The imposing base for the turntable is positioned on top of three damped aluminium feet that utilise a conical design, making sure vibrations are deterred away from the turntable. Both features culminate to provide a solid, sturdy base that results in a smooth, superior performance.
PLATTER
As a way of adding further mass to the turntable and creating a stable surface to play your records on, E.A.T. supplies the C-Dur with an oversized platter that weighs 5.2kg. The platter is internally damped with thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) to provide further density and stability during use. An aluminium sub-platter is then employed to further isolate the platter from the motor and improve the tolerances of the turntable.
The sub-platter rides on an inverted ceramic ball main bearing that mates with a Teflon plate for reliable speed stability in use. Furthermore, the C-Dur utilises an improved drive system that isolates the motor in a steel ring which is then positioned in the chassis, again contributing to the uniform rotation of the platter and reduced transfer of resonance.
TONEARM
Due to the increased scale of the C-Dur's main platter, the turntable has been fitted with E.A.Ts technically sophisticated 10-inch C-Note tonearm, which benefits from improved tracking of the record groove due to its longer length. The C-Note incorporates both aluminium and carbon fibre into its unpivot design for increased rigidity along with dexterity, ensuring playback is smooth and any unwanted motor vibrations are not transported through to the cartridge.
CARTRIDGE
The C-Dur is offered with a pre-fitted Jo No.5 moving coil cartridge in the box. The Jo No.5 is manufactured using a unique process called Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), which processes thin layers of powder to build the final structure. The Jo No.5 is made with a nude fine-line stylus that will provide you with great precision and detail, that will match the efficiency of the other components used.
Specifications
DRIVE PRINCIPLE: Sub-Platter Belt Drive
SPEEDS: 33 & 45 RPM
SPEED VARIANCE (33 RPM): < 0.08 %
SPEED VARIANCE (45 RPM): < 0.09 %
WOW AND FLUTTER (33 RPM): < 0.01 %
WOW AND FLUTTER (45 RPM): < 0.01 %
TURNTABLE SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO: -70 dB
MAIN BEARING: Inverted Ceramic Ball
MAIN PLATTER MATERIAL: Aluminium
MAIN PLATTER WEIGHT: 5.2 kg
PLINTH MATERIAL: MDF
SUB-PLATTER: Aluminium
TONEARM TYPE: Adjustable
TONEARM MATERIAL: Carbon Fibre
EFFECTIVE TONEARM LENGTH: 254 mm
OVERHANG: 16 mm
EFFECTIVE TONEARM MASS: 16.5 g
TRACKING FORCE RANGE (WITH SUPPLIED COUNTERWEIGHT): 0 - 3 g
HEADSHELL MATERIAL: Aluminium
VTA ADJUSTMENT: Yes
OUTPUT CONNECTION: 5-Pin Connector
EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY RATING: 15V-1600mA DC
MAXIMUM POWER CONSUMPTION: 8.5 W
DIMENSIONS (W X H X D): 496 x 170 x 396 mm
WEIGHT: 15.6 kg
