MECHANICS
Your vinyl records are reborn
The design of the mechanics is the result of 3 years of research and meticulous testing. All mechanical and structural parts originate from CAD design and are crafted using bronze, non-magnetic stainless steel AISI 316, brass CuZn19Sn, and a high-quality aluminum alloy (Ergal). These components are machined by CNC and laser equipment with extremely tight tolerances. The meticulous calibration of all parts allows for very high precision of movement and near-silent operation.
The mechanical rotation system is the heart of every turntable. Listening to a vinyl record on an ordinary mechanical system versus a massive, rigid system painstakingly built from uncompromising components with hysteresis synchronous motors and a high-precision external rotor are two completely different experiences.
Extraordinary mechanics are needed to reproduce the extraordinary performances of sublime musicians.
This is achieved through the use of our high-torque motors and the elimination of belt elongation losses. The result is a drive system that maintains its performance regardless of stylus drag, enhancing rhythm and timing without sacrificing micro detail and nuance, even at low levels.
That is why all TT TORQUEOs deliver incredible musicality and energy.
MOTORS
THE GOLDEN AGE OF ANALOGUE
All Torqueo motors are based on what have always been considered the finest analog reproduction motors of all time: the external rotor PAPSTs.
We are fortunate to have a considerable supply of NOS (new old stock) PAPST rotors in stock.
These German-made motors were a mainstay in professional audio/video studio equipment during the golden age of analog.
Naturally, to ensure flawless operation in TORQUEO transports, these outstanding PAPST motors required adaptation. The first step was to remove the slim, resonant cage.
After years of painstaking testing, we developed a structure that significantly enhances the performance of the PAPST outer rotor. This non-resonant design minimizes both mechanical and electrical degradation, bringing resonance control even closer to theoretical perfection. But there’s more.
A critical phase is the motor/capacitor coupling, which we evaluate using a stethoscope. The phase-shifting capacitor must be of absolute precision; consequently, numerous candidates are tested until the motor achieves complete silence and freedom from vibration.
INDUCTION MOTOR OR HYSTERESIS SYNCHRONOUS MOTOR
Many seasoned analog audiophiles know that IDLER DRIVE technology delivers incredible energy and greatly enhances the rhythm and timing of music, yet it can also limit musicality. Specifically, using induction motors with only four poles produces a sound that is dynamic and rhythmic, but not particularly refined or nuanced. The prevalence of induction motors in turntables often comes down to cost considerations.
In contrast, hysteresis synchronous motors are significantly more expensive, yet they offer superior performance. That is why all of our turntables feature only TORQUEO/PAPST motors with hysteresis synchronous technology—resulting in sound that is dynamic, rhythmic, and energetic while still maintaining fullness and nuance.
PLINTH TECHNOLOGY
We place the utmost importance on the structural aspects of our plinths. Our goal is to shape resonance by suppressing unwanted vibrations, without diminishing the harmonic richness of analog reproduction ultimately achieving a more organic and realistic sound.
To accomplish this, we use a blend of extremely hard natural wood (Lapacho Ipè / Ironwood) and composites (Finnish plywood), in combination with metal components and viscoelastic materials of various hardnesses. The extensive use of damping elements with different densities and structures in the main sandwich construction reduces vibrations to an absolute minimum. Additionally, the lower and upper plates, featuring constrained-layer damping, provide optimal working conditions for the hefty idler drive mechanism.
Each plinth is handcrafted by experienced master carpenters using refined cabinetmaking techniques. In models with exposed natural wood, luthier-style finishing methods are applied. Beyond their technical, musical, and aesthetic qualities, our plinths are built to remain stable over time.
UNIVERSAL MOUNTING SYSTEM FOR ARMS
Our system enables fine-tuning of kinematics (tonearm-to-mechanism coupling) with 90% of both new and vintage tonearms.
A solid anchoring with an anti-resonance system is achieved through the synergistic use of various metals: bronze, steel, brass, and Ergal.
In the “Exclusive” series, the primary base is made strictly of bronze and aluminum, each 20 mm thick for a total of 40 mm. The combination of these two metals is exceptionally musical, likely due to the union of their physical properties.
In the “LIMITED” series, the “PILASTRO LIMITED” tonearm base elevates this concept to a state-of-the-art level of vibration isolation. The more substantial use of bronze, aluminum, and stainless steel, not in direct contact with the plinth, thus maintaining absolute mechanical separation. The result is an exceptionally transparent, fast, natural, and open sound—qualities that reach their highest expression when paired with “T-BASE,” “T-BASE Q,” or “T-BASE MAXXIMA” platforms.
All TT TORQUEO turntables offer high torque, allowing you to use any tonearm or cartridge, including the heaviest models.
