Acoustic-Signature Turntables - Brochure-A4-En

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TURNTABLES ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE NEO
04 INVICTUS NEO
We have been dedicated to vinyl playback for almost a quarter of a century. From the very beginning we knew what we
06 INVICTUS JR. NEO wanted: to build the best turntables in the world. Turntables with manufacturing qualities that set new standards in surface
quality and reliability. Turntables with state-of-the-art technologies that create soundscapes of extraordinary, soul enhan-
08 ASCONA NEO cing beauty. Turntables that can easily pass as pure design objects. On the way to achieve these goals we can say that we
have excited analog lovers all over the world and have received more awards and prizes from high-end journalists than
10 MONTANA NEO most of our competitors. We have enriched the audio world with technical achievements now recognized as innovations
by turntable experts the world over. Innovations such as our Silencer technology and the CLD (Constraint Layer Damping)
12 TYPHOON NEO
technology have reduced turntable and chassis resonances to an unprecedented degree, whilst our maintenance-free
14 VERONA NEO Tidorfolon® bearing was defined by absence of noise and frictionless precision. We were among the first to rely on oversized,
super stable power supplies and digital motor controllers. The list could go on, but as with any serious and honest research
16 HURRICANE NEO you reach a point where you must challenge your own achievements. Indeed, it was Jonathan Valin’s radical endorsement:
"... the ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE INVICTUS stands at the top." (The Absolute Sound 08 / 2016) that made us realize, that resting
18 TORNADO NEO on our laurels wasn’t an option. Thus the foundations were laid for developing the NEO series.
20 DOUBLE X NEO The fact is we questioned any of our existing technologies and searched for improvement ... and we have exceeded. We
hired a renowned industrial designer to define the ultimate look for the new ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE NEO series, whilst
22 MAXIMUS NEO we put every construction and material detail to the test, not even stopping at our own core technologies. Moreover, we
brought on board a group of true sound experts composed of a team of different studio musicians, a conductor and two
24 AVC-TECHNOLOGY sound engineers to identify "potential technologies" for the NEO series from other professional perspectives. These experts
25 DTD-TECHNOLOGY were asked to judge their own recordings, helping us to determine whether our new developments were indeed producing a
real sonic improvement. If a new technology could not convince all ears unanimously, it was either reconsidered and revised
26 CLD-TECHNOLOGY or discarded altogether. This is ultimately how we could guarantee that planning on the "drawing board", CAD design, "lab"
experiments, assembly work and the team listening sessions formed an interrelated, coherent process. Results include new
27 SILENCER-TECHNOLOGY bearing materials for our tonearms, optimized CLD alloys for our chassis and further improved power supplies and control
electronics for our drive systems.
TONEARMS & PHONO PREAMPS
Similarly, the recent debut of our AVC (Anti-Vibration Control) technology and DTD® (Dura Turn Diamond®) bearing with
28 TA-9000 NEO diamond-coated spindle sets new global standards in precision and robustness in analog technology. The development of
the NEO series was time and cost intensive, but it also brought us to the next level – an enjoyment of sound now fully reflec-
30 TA-7000 NEO ted in the design of our new turntables and tonearms. Indeed, we are proud to announce the ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE NEO
series as a redefinition of future sound – a future that doesn’t just take you close, but pulls you right into the center of music.
32 TA-5000 NEO
34 TA-2000 NEO
36 TA-1000 NEO
38 TA-500 NEO
39 TANGO REFERENCE
40 TANGO
ANALOG ACCESSORIES & CARTRIDGES

41 GRIP-S & LOAD-S
42 GRIP, LOAD & ACCESSORIES
43 CARTRIDGES
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INVICTUS NEO INVICTUS NEO
We could now write an essay on our INVICTUS NEO. No matter where you look – the ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE INVICTUS NEO is the best
turntable in the world. Spot.
• 6 integrated, completely insulated AC-motors • Massive aluminum chassis with CLD technology (Constraint
• External digital motor controller DMC-20 with super stable Layer Damping) for significantly improved resonance behavior
multi-voltage power supply and innovative AVC-system level 3 • Integrated control panel
(Anti-Vibration Control) • 3-point setup with 3D-printed magnetic double-damping feet
• Ultraprecise, extremely rigid and robust DTD®-bearing with • Prepared for up to 4 tone arms
diamond-coated spindle (Dura Turn Diamond® Bearing) • 15-year warranty (with registration)
• Exclusive Silencer technology for effective reduction
of platter vibration
TECHNICAL DATA
Dimensions 710 x 710 x 270 (W x D x H / mm) Platter Oversized, anodized aluminum sandwich platter
Weight 130 kg (Ø 335 x 50 mm / 16.5 kg) with brass layer, 24 inner and
Drive System 6 AC-motors, belt drive with speed fine adjustment, 32 outer Silencers (all Silencers made of polished brass,
AVC-system level 3 optional: 24 carat gold-plated or polished chrome)
Speed range 33 1/3 RPM and 45 RPM, 78 RPM as option Tone arm base up to 4 custom-made mounting boards for
Power adapter External power supply (100 – 260 V AC) 9- to 12-inch tone arms
Bearing High-precision Dura Turn Diamond® Bearing Colors black (anodized), silver (anodized) or gold option
Chassis Massive aluminum chassis with special,
height-adjustable damping feet
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INVICTUS JUNIOR NEO INVICTUS JUNIOR NEO
The INVICTUS JUNIOR NEO was born out of the intention to offer the uncompromising concept of its "spiritual father", our reference
turntable INVICTUS NEO, in a more compact design. To get as close as possible to the sonic "over" capabilities of the INVICTUS NEO, we
have put all our knowledge of turntable construction and the essence of music into the development of the INVICTUS JUNIOR NEO. The
result: a high mass turntable for those who don't want to settle for less than the best!
multi-voltage power supply and innovative AVC-system level 3 • 3-point setup with special gel-damped feet
(Anti-Vibration Control) • Prepared for up to 4 tone arms
• Ultraprecise, extremely rigid and robust DTD®-bearing with • Integrated control panel
• Exclusive Silencer technology: reduction of platter vibration
TECHNICAL DATA
Speed range 33 1/3 RPM and 45 RPM Tone arm base up to 4 adjustable mounting boards for
Bearing High-precision Dura Turn Diamond® Bearing Colors black (anodized), silver (anodized) or gold option
Chassis 93 mm aluminum alloy chassis with
height-adjustable aluminum feet
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ASCONA NEO ASCONA NEO
Welcome to the absolute Statement! With its supreme quietness and explosive dynamics, with its generous 3D-imaging and its fine sense
for details, the ASCONA NEO is at the peak of what is sonically and technically feasible. This high mass turntable not only opens up a new
era in our long company history: for many analog lovers the ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE ASCONA NEO will end a long search.
TECHNICAL DATA
Speed range 33 1/3 RPM and 45 RPM Tone arm base up to 3 adjustable mounting boards for
Bearing High-precision Dura Turn Diamond® Bearing Colors black (anodized) or silver (anodized)
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MONTANA NEO MONTANA NEO
In the planning phase of the MONTANA NEO, we put all our knowledge and innovative technologies into an absolutely world class high
mass turntable with very compact dimensions. After intensive development work, we can now present an extremely attractive and flexible
performer that has exceeded our own expectations and is unrivalled in its price range!
TECHNICAL DATA
Dimensions 430 x 430 x 170 (W x D x H / mm) Platter Anodized aluminum platter (Ø 310 x 50 mm / 13 kg)
Weight 37 kg with 24 Silencers (all Silencers made of polished brass,
Drive System 3 AC-motors, belt drive with speed fine adjustment, optional: 24 carat gold-plated or polished chrome)
AVC-system level 3 Tone arm base up to 2 adjustable mounting boards for
Speed range 33 1/3 RPM and 45 RPM 9- to 12-inch tone arms
Power adapter External power supply (100 – 260 V AC) Colors black (anodized), silver (anodized) or bi-color
Bearing High-precision Dura Turn Diamond® Bearing
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TYPHOON NEO TYPHOON NEO
The TYPHOON NEO knows almost no compromises! Prepared for 3 tonearms and equipped with the second-highest expansion stages
of our newest drive system and chassis technologies, this high mass turntable will produce high audiophile waves – in the most positive
sense. The overall performance of the ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE TYPHOON NEO is at a level that will beat some of the world's best and
much more expensive turntables.
• Ultraprecise, extremely rigid and robust DTD®-bearing with • Flexible placeable control panel
TECHNICAL DATA
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VERONA NEO VERONA NEO
MAKASSAR - SILVER
PIANO BLACK - BLACK
PIANO BLACK - SILVER MAKASSAR - BLACK
Turntables with a classic retro design are becoming increasingly popular. The new VERONA NEO can carry up to two 12-inch tonearms
and thus offers all the possibilities that ambitious music lovers are looking for. In addition, it has all the technical refinements that its other
brothers from the NEO series also have, such as a 2-motor drive concept, the DTD®-bearing and the external DMC-20 motor electronics
with AVC Level 3 and the CLD design. Its 50 mm thick platter includes 8 silencers.
• 2 integrated, completely insulated AC-motors • CLD technology (Constraint Layer Damping) for
• External digital motor controller DMC-20 with super stable improved resonance behavior
multi-voltage power supply and innovative AVC-system level 3 • Optimized multi-sandwich chassis for higher rigidity and
(Anti-Vibration Control) better acoustic properties
• Ultraprecise, extremely rigid and robust DTD®-bearing with • 3-point setup with special gel-damped feet
TECHNICAL DATA
Dimensions 544 x 449 x 166 (W x D x H / mm) Chassis Massive 65 mm sandwich chassis made of MDF, steel &
Weight 33 kg plywood and with 3 height-adjustable aluminum feet
Drive System 2 AC-motors, belt drive with speed fine adjustment, Platter Anodized aluminum platter (Ø 310 x 50 mm / 11 kg)
AVC-system level 3 with 8 Silencers (all Silencers made of polished brass,
Speed range 33 1/3 RPM and 45 RPM optional: 24 carat gold-plated or polished chrome)
Power adapter External power supply (100 – 260 V AC) Tone arm base up to 2 mounting boards for 9 to 12-inch tone arms
Bearing High-precision Dura Turn Diamond® Bearing Colors Piano black or Piano black with glossy Makassar
top surface, all Aluminum parts Silver anodized or
Black anodized
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HURRICANE NEO HURRICANE NEO
The HURRICANE NEO represents the entry into our multi-motor drive concept. The ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE HURRICANE NEO lives up
to its name in terms of dynamics and belies all those "analog lovers" who claim that a high mass turntable cannot perform "explosively"
and with fine dynamics at the same time. The HURRICANE NEO is prepared for 3 tonearms – offering an enormous amount of flexibility
and musicality with exceptional value for the money. In short: HURRICANE NEO is a "Future Classic" that will raise a lot of audiophile dust!
• 2 integrated, completely insulated AC-motor • Massive aluminum chassis with CLD technology (Constraint
TECHNICAL DATA
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TORNADO NEO TORNADO NEO
With the TORNADO NEO, we wanted to present a super flexible high mass turntable that would unleash audiophile forces far beyond
its price range. Already prepared for 3 tonearms and equipped with our very latest innovative technologies, the ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE
TORNADO NEO provides a captivating musical performance that will take even the most experienced analogists by storm.
• 1 integrated, completely insulated AC-motor • Massive aluminum chassis with CLD technology (Constraint
TECHNICAL DATA
Weight 26.5 kg with 4 Silencers (all Silencers made of polished brass,
Drive System 1 AC-motor, double belt drive with speed fine optional: 24 carat gold-plated or polished chrome)
adjustment, AVC-system level 1 Tone arm base up to 3 adjustable mounting boards for
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DOUBLE X NEO DOUBLE X NEO
GOLDENES
OHR 2022
2.P LAT Z
in der Kategorie
Plattenspieler
(ab 5000 Euro)
Acoustic Signature Double-

X NEO + TA-500 NEO
Bernd Theiß
The elegant appearance of the DOUBLE X enjoys great popularity among analogists all over the world. The DOUBLE X has always stood
for the perfect synthesis of modern technology and classic design. The DOUBLE X NEO continues this tradition and raises it to sound
spheres that no high mass turntable in this price range has ever reached!
• 2 integrated, completely insulated AC-motor • CLD technology (Constraint Layer Damping) for
• Integrated digital motor controller improved resonance behavior
• Innovative AVC-system level 1 (Anti-Vibration Control) • Optimized multi-sandwich chassis for higher rigidity and
• Ultraprecise, extremely rigid and robust DTD®-bearing with better acoustic properties
diamond-coated spindle (Dura Turn Diamond® Bearing) • 3-point setup with special gel-damped feet
• Exclusive Silencer technology for effective reduction • 15-year warranty (with registration)
TECHNICAL DATA
Dimensions 440 x 350 x 150 (W x D x H / mm) Platter Anodized aluminum platter (Ø 300 x 50 mm / 10.3 kg)
Drive System 1 integrated AC-motor, RPM-regulated belt drive optional: 24 carat gold-plated or polished chrome)
with speed fine adjustment, AVC-system level 1 Tone arm base For 9-inch tone arm
Speed range 33 1/3 RPM and 45 RPM Colors Piano black or Piano black with glossy Makassar
Power adapter External power supply (100 – 260 V AC) top surface
Chassis Massive 64 mm sandwich chassis made of MDF, steel &
plywood and with 3 height-adjustable aluminum feet
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MAXIMUS NEO MAXIMUS NEO
What is the reference product for other manufacturers is the starting point turntable for ACOUSTC SIGNATURE. The MAXIMUS NEO, the
successor of the popular MAXIMUS, already performs at a level that leaves many so-called "flagships" behind!
• Quiet AC-motor with external, super stable multi-voltage • New and 30 % larger, resonance-reducing aluminum alloy
power supply chassis with aluminum platter
• Integrated digital motor controller • 3-point setup with special gel-damped feet
• Innovative AVC-system level 1 (Anti-Vibration Control) • 15-year warranty (with registration)
• Ultraprecise, extremely rigid and robust DTD®-bearing with
diamond-coated spindle (Dura Turn Diamond® Bearing)
TECHNICAL DATA
Dimensions 415 x 315 x 120 (W x D x H / mm) Chassis 30 mm massive aluminum chassis with
Weight 18 kg 3 height-adjustable feet
Drive System 1 integrated AC-motor, RPM-regulated belt drive Platter Ø 300 x 34 mm aluminum platter / 5.8 kg
with speed fine adjustment, AVC-system level 1 Tone arm base For 9-inch tonearm
Speed range 33 1/3 RPM and 45 RPM Colors black (anodized), silver (anodized) or bi-color
Power adapter External power supply (100 – 260 V AC)
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AVC-TECHNOLOGY DTD-TECHNOLOGY
Automatic Vibration Control Duraturn Diamond Bearing
ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE AVC (AUTOMATIC VIBRATION CONTROL) ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE DTD® BEARING: A CLASS OF ITS OWN!
Every rotating motor generates vibrations. This inevitable force is tion-related tolerances that prevent the poles and coils from being The bearing is the heart of every turntable. Although the bearing and "release it when needed". In other words: the oil cannot be
transmitted to the chassis and platter and consequently has a nega- positioned one hundred percent correctly – a key reason for un- design is of such great importance, its development – from the view pushed away; the lubrication is always there when needed. Refill
tive effect on the sonic performance of a turntable. Accordingly, wanted vibrations. In order to effectively minimize or even avoid of physics – is often characterized by imprecise to wrong approa- oil? Not necessary! Replenishment? Not necessary! Maintenance?
it is important to effectively reduce undesired vibrations or even these, all production tolerances must be "compensated" by other ches. Any conventional bearing that is "confronted" with a heavier Not necessary! Audiophiles and the specialist media worldwide
better prevent them from occurring in the first place – so much means. This is where our AVC technology comes in: It is able to platter is extremely sensitive in terms of handling. It also faces a have celebrated this extremely robust and low-noise bearing as a
for the theory. Usually, this challenge is addressed by a focus on measure the resulting distortions in real time. Based on those mea- mechanical challenge that is mainly to be found in the contact area benchmark-setting innovation.
material selection, special measures for chassis and platter dam- surements, AVC adjusts the phase shifts to the motor signals – also of the thrust plate and bearing ball. In other words: the combina-
pening, turntable setup and the design of the entire drive system in real time and fully automatic! These digitally monitored "correc- tion of the high platter weight and the very small ball surface What's the improvement of the DTD® bearing: we succeeded in
including the motor selection. Due to budget and/or pricing po- tive measures" ensure a drastic reduction of the vibrations – an causes an enormous pressure in the very small contact area, which reducing the already imperceptible noise level caused by me-
licies, many manufacturers rarely consider a consistent combina- extra effective benefit for turntables driven by a multi-motor con- simply pushes the lubricating oil away. The result: too much fric- chanical movement even further, thus making the famous "back-
tion of all the above measures. Apart from that, each developer cept. The sonic gain is so dramatic that we decided to equip all tion, too much noise, too much vibration and rapid wear. Analo- ground" when listening to music even blacker. We achieved this
will find out sooner or later that all those well-known approaches NEO series turntables with that breakthrough technology. Depen- gists seeking salvation in an "inverted bearing" are misguided by by using newly developed sinter-bushes that can store three times
are limited – in terms of effectiveness. The concepts for vibration ding on the drive system and the number of motors used, our a marketing trick: the main source of noise within a conventional the amount of lubricating oil. The design of the spindle was also
minimization only work up to a certain degree. But we wouldn't Automatic Vibration Control is implemented in three configuration bearing design is located at the pivot point of the platter axis and put to the test. Our aim was to minimize its surface contact and
be ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE if we didn't go beyond the limits. In stages, each with different intensity: AVC Level 1, AVC Level 2 & AVC the thrust plate, about 4 inches away from the record. By inverting the resulting noise. So, a vacuum-hardened stainless-steel spindle
addition to our innovative "Silencer" and CLD (Constraint Layer Level 3. All stages – Level 3 stands for the highest efficiency – use the bearing, this noise source is taken closer to the platter direct is grinded precisely and then subjected to an elaborate plasma
Damping) technologies, we invented an additional milestone to different software and hardware. In addition, from Level 2 on, the below the vinyl surface and thus into the activity area of the car- coating. The result is a spindle with a diamond-like surface coating
reduce vibrations even further: ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE AVC – Auto- motors are strictly selected and paired to maximize the effect. tridge – definitely not a good idea. Moreover, this "reversal" causes that competes with the hardest material on earth and reduces the
matic Vibration Control! a veritable lubrication problem thanks to gravity: the oil is floating friction coefficient by 60 percent! The Dura Turn Diamond® bearing
away at the contact surface. is a super-rigid and virtually "indestructible" bearing that creates
The vision of an "Automatic Vibration Control" was long born be- the best possible conditions for absolute high-end sound and sets
fore the planning of our NEO series. During the development of our When we introduced our Tidorfolon® bearing in 1997, we imme- news benchmark in terms of maintenance, low noise and service
new turntable generation we found it was the right time to bring diately received enthusiastic feedback: made of a very innovative life – backed by a 15-years warranty. The DTD® bearing is manufac-
our ideas to life: The high-quality AC motors that drive our turn- material combination, the Tidorfolon® bearing was hard enough tured for each turntable in the ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE NEO series
tables are constructed with 2 coils and 24 poles. To make the coils not to be affected by the high mass of the platter and soft enough in an individual version adapted to the respective turntable.
rotate, they are "fed" with a sine wave and a 90° phase-shifted to withstand even a "dropped" plate without any damage. Another
signal. Unfortunately all AC synchronous motors show produc- highlight: the material mix is able to absorb the oil like a sponge
AVC Level 3 on the three motor AVC Level 3 on the six motor The Hurricane NEO is the entry to the Tidorfolon® Bearing Dura Turn Diamond® Bearing Manufactured for each turntable of the ACOUS-
powered Ascona NEO powered Invictus NEO multi motor concept TIC SIGNAT URE NEO series in an individual
version adapted to the respective turntable
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CLD-TECHNOLOGY SILENCER-TECHNOLOGY
Constrained Layer Damping
ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE CLD TECHNOLOGY (CONSTRAINT LAYER DAMPING) SILENCER-TECHNOLOGY
"Constraint Layer Damping" (CLD) is a mechanical engineering maximize the effect. The elaborate material experiments and lis- Since we invented the "Silencer-platter" in 2000 we have continu-
method for the absorption or minimization of vibrations. In au- tening sessions were worth the efforts: in our NEO turntable series ously improved the performance results and have now achieved
dio components CLD technology is usually implemented by using we have succeeded in taking the interaction of all technologies to platter damping that is unbeaten by any other product. The Silen-
sandwich designs that "embed" a damping material layer between a stunning new level! cers (made of polished brass, optional: 24 carat gold-plated or
materials that do not themselves have sufficient damping pro- polished chrome) are of course visually attractive and make the
perties. A cartridge will only track a record unaffected, if it finds a A rigid, yet energy-absorbing chassis based on finite element de- ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE turntables even more desirable than wit-
"quiet" surface without resonance interferences. Accordingly, it is sign principles, and our new CLD approach creates unbeatable hout them but good looks was not the reason to implement them
necessary to develop "vibration-free" chassis and platter designs – units in terms of resonance behavior. The CLD technologies we into our products.
this must be done in addition to the resonance-reducing measures implement in the ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE NEO turntable genera-
for motors, drive and bearing construction. tion have clearly exceeded our metrological expectations and also The Silencers absorb and reduce vibrations whilst the vinyl disk is
show off in terms of sound performance – with an even blacker playing and you are listening. So, where do the vibrations come
In order to achieve this, we already extended the typical CLD background, larger imaging, increased transparency and, above all, from, that we so wish to remove from the platter? There are several
technology approach more than 20 years ago. Beyond the classic breathtaking musicality. sources. First, the cartridge needle itself, playing a record causes
sandwich construction, we presented an absolute novelty to the vibrations and resonance in the vinyl, due to the movement of the
high-end world: the ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE "silencer" platter, which needle tracking the record groove. It’s easy to check by simply turn-
immediately set new standards in vibration absorption. Our "twin- ing the volume down on your amplifier, you can still listen to the
track" CLD approach, which is mainly used in our high-mass turn- music directly from the needle/vinyl with your ear close to it. The
tables, is still unsurpassed in its effectiveness. In the course of plan- needle is actually putting vibration back into the record as it tracks
ning and developing our NEO product line, we have been working the groove, causing vibration in the whole vinyl record. This leads to electrical signal when vibrating and all vibrations coming through
intensively on improving our CLD concept. "micro" mistracking of the cartridge, when picked up by the needle the turntable will result in unwanted signals, resulting in a loss of
alongside the actual signal you want from the track, with a very detail resolution and imaging from your precious vinyl records. The
First, our tests led to an optimized material combination consisting small time delay between the two. Silencers absorb these unwanted vibrations, leading to a huge im-
of two layers of a special aluminum alloy and an intermediate brass provement in sound fidelity, improving your listening experience. To
layer. Second, this also led to a new arrangement as well as an The Silencers in the platter absorb some of this unwanted vibra- give you an idea how much the Silencers will improve the listening
adjustment of size, weight and position of our "silencer" brass bolts tion and improve the sound reproduction dramatically. The second experience, we have conducted tests in an independent laboratory
when implemented in our platters. In addition, we had to "sensibly" source of vibration is airwaves hitting the platter and turntable on two identical platters, one with and one without eight silencers
pair the two CLD tools described above with the NEO chassis to body from your loudspeakers whilst you’re listening to music. Your fitted. The results are dramatic.
cartridge/stylus doesn´t care where movement comes from, be it
the grooves or other vibrations. Your cartridge simply produces an
50 MM PLATTER & NO SILENCER 50 MM PLATTER WITH 8 SILENCER
Special CLD sandwich-platter Invictus NEO with the CLD sandwich-platter Special CLD sandwich-platter of the
of the Invictus NEO and 56 silencer modules Ascona NEO with 56 silencer modules Here you see the ringing of an aluminum platter. A peak at about Here you see the result with 8 Silencers in the same aluminum plat-
2.2 kHz and multiples up to 15 kHz. The peaks are more than 80 dB ter. Virtually all resonances and peaks are removed. The Silencers
louder than a damped platter! dampen the resonances more than 80 dB.
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TA-9000 NEO TA-9000 NEO
SILVER BLACK
GOLD CHROME
One of the most elaborate armtube designs in the history of high-end components, ball bearings used in astronautics which can hardly
be surpassed in terms of precision and low friction, an innovative material symbiosis that has been thought out down to the smallest
detail and that unites extreme rigidity and lightness as well as the ability to absorb vibrations: the TA-9000 NEO is made for the ultimate
turntables.
• Extensively damped multi-structure aluminum armtube • Internal high-purity silver wiring (4N)
• Very low resonance, ultra-rigid tube design • Supplied with external Audioquest 5-pin phono cable
• Available as 9" and 12" version (1,5 m, RCA or XLR)
• Perfect tracking results due to frictionless, pre-tensioned • Counterweight made of brass
high-precision ball bearings by Timken • Adjustable VTA & azimuth
• Better rigidity and smooth operation due to NEO • SME-type mounting versions
stainless steel tonearm axis design • 5-year warranty (with registration)
Inside View of the

multi-structure
aluminum armtube
TECHNICAL DATA
Length 298 mm (9" version) / 368 mm (12" version) Effective mass 14.7 g (9" version) / 16.1 g (12" version)
Effective length 239.3 mm (9" version) / 309 mm (12" version) Cartridge balance range 4 – 16 g
Mounting distance 222 mm (9" version) / 295.8 mm (12" version) Overhang 17.3 mm (9" version) / 13.2 mm (12" version)
(from pivot to center of platter) Colors Black / Silver / Gold-plated (24 carat) /
Total weight 678 g (9" version) / 746 g (12" version) Chrome-plated
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SILVER BLACK
GOLD CHROME
Welcome to the absolute world class of tonearms! With its carbon armtube, its special inner construction, the ball bearings used in as-
tronautics, the high-purity silver wiring and last but not least the famous manufacturing quality of ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE, the TA-7000
NEO is one of those tonearms which are rather limited by the choice of the cartridge or turntable. In short: the 9" and 12" versions of the
TA-7000 NEO are made to be paired with the very best cartridges and turntables.
• Tonearm with 3D-damped carbon armtube • Internal high-purity silver wiring (4N)
• Super-low resonance, extremly rigid and conical shaped • Supplied with external Audioquest 5-pin phono cable
tube design (1,5 m, RCA or XLR)
• Available as 9" and 12" version • Counterweight made of brass
• Optimal tracking results due to pre-tensioned • Adjustable VTA & azimuth
high-precision ball bearings • SME-type mounting versions
• Better rigidity and smooth operation due to NEO • 5-year warranty (with registration)
stainless steel tonearm axis design
Inside View of the

3D-damped
carbon armtube
TECHNICAL DATA
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SILVER BLACK
GOLD CHROME
When planning the TA-5000 NEO, one thought was at the forefront: to develop a tonearm at a fair price that has virtually no limitations.
To realize this, it was necessary to break new ground. A high-precision hybrid ball bearings made of ceramic and stainless steel, 3 layers
of carbon, connected via special damping elements with 2 tonearm tubes lying one inside the other, an internal cabling made of high-
purity silver and our typical benchmark manufacturing quality culminate in an innovative tonearm that is always up against the best of
its guild.
• Tonearm with triple-layer carbon armtube • Internal high-purity silver wiring (4N)
• Low resonance, rigid tube design • Supplied with external Audioquest 5-pin phono cable (RCA)
• Optimal tracking results due to pre-tensioned • Adjustable VTA & azimuth
high-precision hybrid ball bearings by SKF • SME-type mounting versions
• Better rigidity and smooth operation due to NEO • 5-year warranty (with registration)
stainless steel tonearm axis design
TECHNICAL DATA
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SILVER BLACK
GOLD CHROME
Our TA-2000 NEO undoubtedly plays with the "big boys" – not only because of the immaculate workmanship typical of ACOUSTIC
SIGNATURE: the concept of this tonearm combines an extraordinarily stiff and at the same time well-damped dual-layer carbon tube with
an almost frictionless precision ball bearings and a high-quality MOGAMI internal wiring. In short: a tonearm that harmonizes with most
of the top range cartridges. Regardless if you decide for the 9" or 12" version: the ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE TA-2000 NEO ensures your
turntable performance will not stay behind its possibilities.
• Tonearm with dual-layer carbon armtube • Internal studio-quality copper wiring by MOGAMI
• Low resonance, rigid tube design • Supplied with external Audioquest 5-pin copper
• Available as 9" and 12" version phono cable (RCA)
• Excellent tracking results due to precision miniature ball • Counterweight made of brass
bearings by SKF • Adjustable VTA & azimuth
• Better rigidity and smooth operation due to NEO • Rega- and SME-type mounting versions
TECHNICAL DATA
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SILVER BLACK
GOLD CHROME
A well thought-out tonearm tube concept, an excellent bearing and the best materials: with our TA-1000 NEO you definitely don't give
away any sound potential – not even on turntables that cost many times more. The TA-1000 NEO, available as 9" and 12" model, comes
with high-quality MOGAMI cabling and is not only a fantastic match for ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE turntables.
• Tonearm with dual-layer carbon armtube • Supplied with external Audioquest 5-pin copper
• Low resonance, rigid tube design phono cable (RCA)
• Excellent tracking results due to precision miniature ball bearings • Adjustable VTA & azimuth
• Better rigidity and smooth operation due to NEO • Rega- and SME-type mounting versions
• Internal studio-quality copper wiring by MOGAMI
TECHNICAL DATA
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TA-500 NEO TANGO REFERENCE
GOLDENES
OHR 2022
2.P LAT Z
in der Kategorie
Plattenspieler
(ab 5000 Euro)
Acoustic Signature Double-

X NEO + TA-500 NEO
Bernd Theiß
SILVER
A turntable is only as good as its weakest link! As a matter of principle, we do not want to allow ourselves to call our "smallest" an entry-
level tonearm. The TA-500 NEO is simply much too good for that!
• 9" tonearm with dual-layer carbon armtube • Supplied with external Audioquest 5-pin
• Low resonance, rigid tube design copper phono cable (RCA)
• Excellent tracking results due to precision • Counterweight made of brass
miniature ball bearings • Adjustable VTA
• Better rigidity and smooth operation due to NEO • Rega-type mounting version
• Internal studio-quality copper wiring by MOGAMI
Processing the delicate phono signal is one of the biggest challenges that amplifier designers have to face. That is why the ACOUSTIC
SIGNATURE TANGO REFERENCE is undoubtedly the most elaborate phono preamplifier we have ever made. The resonance-optimized
and anti-magnetic chassis made of a 70 mm thick and 22 kg solid aluminum block, makes it clear how serious we are about this phono
equalizer. The over-dimensioned power supply with toroidal transformer is located on a separate board to ensure an absolute current
stability. Both assemblies are mounted on a special shielding steel plate to avoid any interference with the phono signal.
The TANGO REFERENCE uses only highly selected quality components that are individually selected. In this way, its semi-active RIAA equa-
lization achieves extremely accurate values with a maximum deviation of less than 0.1 dB from the ideal curve! The elaborate single-ended
output stage was designed in Class A to guarantee minimal distortion as well as low hum and noise – the basis for high-resolution, fasci-
nating 3D-imaging and involving musicality. With its selectable gain and 90-steps load impedance configuration, the TANGO REFERENCE
also offers optimal matching options for any high-quality MM and MC cartridge.
• Phono preamplifier for MC, MI & MM cartridges • External, over-dimensioned power supply
• Resonance-optimized and antimagnetic aluminum chassis • Subsonic filter against low-frequency interferences
• Super precise RIAA and extremely low distortion due to high • 4 selectable gain steps
quality components and single-ended output stage (Class A) • Adjustable load impedance via 90-steps DIP switch
• Extremely low hum & noise due to very short signal paths
TECHNICAL DATA
TECHNICAL DATA
Amplification MM / MCH / MCL 42 dB / 54 dB / 66 dB Signal-to-noise ratio MM / MC 89 dB / 74 dB
Length 293 mm Effective mass 10 g Input connection MM / MC (Cinch) Switchable Subsonic filter Yes
Effective length 239.3 mm Cartridge balance range 4 – 16 g Output connection (Cinch) Unbalanced (RCA) Weight 16 kg
Mounting distance 222 mm Overhang 17.3 mm Operation voltage (external power supply) 24 V DC Size (W x D x H) 424 x 244 x 80 mm
(from pivot to center of platter) Color Silver Channel separation > 92 dB (1 kHz) Colors Black (anodized), Silver (anodized)
Total weight 349 g RIAA accuracy ± 0,1 dB Warranty 2 years
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TANGO GRIP- & LOAD-
GRIP-
The ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE record clamp GRIP-S is a highly inno- high mass turntable. designs (15 lb platter and higher). For lighter
vative design that eliminates record groove noise revealing a new constructions and sub-chassis players we suggest to use our re-
level of musical performance. It is manufactured with our proprie- gular GRIP.
tary Silencer technology invented by ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE. The
aluminum body is CNC lathed for perfect alignment and balance. GRIP-S with its metal part manufactured from a high quality heat
The Silencers used at the GRIP-S are made of copper and absorb treated aluminum alloy is available in 3 colors: Silver or black an-
resonances very effective. They are pressed into the metal of the odized or high gloss non anodized. All versions of the GRIP-S
GRIP-S. This record clamp has a total mass of 752 gram and is deliver the same performance.
designed to be used with a wide range of turntable from mid to
The ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE TANGO MK3 phono preamplifier definitely plays like a "big one": The resonance-optimized, anti-magnetic
chassis is made of a solid aluminum block. The double-sided circuit board is exclusively equipped with quality components from estab-
lished brand manufacturers and layouted in SMD design to keep the signal paths as short as possible.
LOAD-
In order to ensure absolute power stability and no risk of interferences with the phono signal, our over-dimen-sioned power supply is ex-
ternal. The RIAA equalization of the TANGO MK3 delivers extremely accurate values with a maximum deviation of less than 0.2 dB from the
ideal curve! The complex circuit design features additional local electrolytic capacitors for stabilization and an effective subsonic filter that
guarantees minimal distortion as well as maximum hum and noise reduction. With its selectable gain and DIP switch for load impedance
configuration the TANGO MK3 also offers a variety of adjustment options for many MC and all MM cartridges.
• Phono preamplifier for MC, MI & MM cartridges • External, over-dimensioned power supply
• Resonance-optimized and antimagnetic aluminum chassis • Subsonic filter against low-frequency interferences
• Precise RIAA and extremely low distortion • 2 selectable gain steps
due to quality components • Adjustable load impedance via DIP switch
• Extremely low hum & noise due to short signal paths
The ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE record weight LOAD-S is a highly in- mid to high mass turntable designs (15 lb platter and higher). For
TECHNICAL DATA novative design that eliminates record groove noise revealing a lighter constructions and sub-chassis players we suggest to use
new level of musical performance. It is manufactured with our pro- our regular LOAD.
Amplification MM / MCH / MCL 40 dB / 60 dB Signal-to-noise ratio MM / MC 83 dB /65 dB prietary Silencer technology invented by ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE.
Input connection MM / MC (Cinch) Switchable Subsonic filter Yes The aluminum body is CNC lathed for perfect alignment and ba- LOAD-S with its metal part manufactured from a high quality heat
Output connection (Cinch) Unbalanced (RCA) Weight 2,1 kg lance. The Silencers used at the LOAD-S are made of copper and treated aluminum alloy is available in 3 colors: Silver or black an-
Operation voltage (external power supply) 24 V DC Size (W x D x H) 162 x 98 x 57 mm absorb resonances very effective. They are pressed into the metal odized or high gloss non anodized. All versions of the LOAD-S
Channel separation > 89 dB (1 kHz) Colors Silver (anodized) of the LOAD-S. This record weight has a total mass of 715 gram deliver the same performance.
RIAA accuracy ± 0,2 dB Warranty 2 years and is designed to be used with a wide range of turntable from
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GRIP, LOAD & ACCESSORIES CARTRIDGES
MCX SYSTEM
At ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE we constantly look for new technology to be used in our products and push the performance of existing techno-
logy to a new level. In 2015 we introduced a new series of MC cartridges to the market which was very successful. Based on this experience
we decided to develop a new cartridge line that pushes the level higher. By carefully implementing new manufacturing technology and reso-
nance control techniques for the CNC machined housing of the cartridge we created this fantastic new series of cartridges called MCX series.
MCX1
The ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE MCX 1 is a modern • Modern MC cartridge with copper coils
moving-coil cartridge, manufactured according • Resonance-optimized aluminum chassis
to the latest technologies – the optimal partner • Easy mounting
for our NEO tonearm series. An elliptical stylus • Precise tracking due to elliptical stylus
assuring precise tracking results, copper coils • Suitable for medium to high mass tonearms
and a CNC-milled and resonance-optimized
chassis developed according to the finite ele-
ment design principle form the basis for a true
all-rounder.
GRIP LOAD
Designed for our ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE turntables, it can also Designed for our ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE turntables, it can also MCX2
be used with almost any turntable. The GRIP gives you more pres- be used with almost any turntable. The weight is 280 gram, height The ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE MCX 2 is a modern • Modern MC cartridge with high-purity
sure to the record as it is clamping on the platter spindle. The is 42 mm and the diameter is 68 mm. It provides great contact moving-coil cartridge, manufactured according silver coils
weight is 315 gram, height is 44 mm and the diameter is 74 mm between record and platter and easy use. The LOAD is available to the latest technologies – the optimal partner • Resonance-optimized aluminum chassis
and easy use. The GRIP is available in 3 colors: Silver or black an- in 3 colors: Silver or black anodized or high gloss non anodized. for our NEO tonearm series. A ‘nude’ elliptical • Easy mounting
odized or high gloss non anodized. stylus assuring precise tracking results, high- • Precise tracking due to nude elliptical stylus
purity silver coils and a CNC-milled and reso- • Suitable for medium to high mass tonearms
nance-optimized chassis developed according
to the finite element design principle form the
basis for a souvereign sounding cartridge.
MCX3
The ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE MCX 3 is a modern • Modern MC cartridge with high-purity
moving-coil cartridge, manufactured according copper coils
to the latest technologies – the optimal partner • Resonance-optimized aluminum chassis
for our NEO tonearm series. A ‘nude’ fine line • Easy mounting
stylus assuring best tracking results, high-purity • Excellent tracking due to the nude
copper coils and a CNC-milled and resonance- fine line stylus
optimized chassis developed according to the • Suitable for medium to high mass tonearms
REGA SPACER SET BUBBLE LEVEL finite element design principle form the basis
Perfect accessory to adjust the height of rega tonearms without Dual axis bubble level: Easy and precise leveling for turntables in for a first-class cartridge.
removing them. Adjustment possible from 0,5 up to 3,5 mm for one step.
Set 1 and up to 6,5 mm with Set 2. Adjustment possible in steps
of 0,5 mm.
MCX4
DRILLER The ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE MCX 4 is our flag- • Modern MC cartridge with gold-plated,
Who does not know that. From time to time the plate just does ship! This modern moving-coil cartridge is ma- oxygen-free copper coils
not go easy on the plate axis. In this case we have developed nufactured according to the latest technologies • Resonance-optimized aluminum chassis
the ultimate tool: a vinyl drill, built for eternity. A solid aluminum – the optimal partner for our NEO tonearm • Easy mounting
handle with 25 mm diameter and 85 mm length ensures that it series. A ‘nude’ Shibata stylus assuring perfect • Excellent tracking due to nude
lies perfectly in the hand. Manufactured on "State of the Art"-CNC tracking results, gold-plated coils made of oxy- Shibata stylus
machines in our factory. gen-free copper and a CNC-milled and reso- • Suitable for medium to high mass tonearms
nance-optimized chassis developed according
The drill is not, as is often the case with competitors, a cheap roll- to the finite element design principle form the
rolled drill, but a ground drill made by GÜHRING, Germany’s mar- basis for an absolute top-class cartridge.
ket leader in drilling. We just did not want to compromise here.
Everything "Made in Germany". No ifs and buts.
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AS-Distribution GmbH
Manufacturer of Hillenbrandstraße 10 Phone +49 7162 20797-0
ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE 73079 Süßen / Germany E-Mail [email protected]
www.acoustic-signature.com

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