The Linn Sondek LP12 Transcription Turntable

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Introduced in 1972, the Sondek LP12 was Linn’s first product and helped demonstrate that the most important element in any quality music system is the source of the music itself. Launched at a time when amplifiers and loudspeakers were seen as being most critical to the performance of any system, the Sondek LP12 showed that extracting more information from the record itself was the most critical challenge. Quite simply, information lost at the source is lost forever.

Since its introduction over 30 years ago the Sondek LP12 has been the turntable by which all others are judged and each component has been continuously improved to extract even more information from a vinyl record.

At the heart of the Sondek LP12 is Linn’s patented, low-noise, single-point bearing. This advanced yet simple bearing design ensures the smooth motion of the turntable and eliminates noise to ensure that all you hear is the music.

The high mass, perfectly balanced, belt-driven platter maintains speed stability, while the solid wood plinth, suspended sub-chassis and stable arm platform combine to provide freedom from vibration and acoustic feedback.

The combination of these precision-engineered components creates a turntable with an unequalled ability to provide pitch accurate, faithful reproduction of your cherished vinyl collection.

A partnering range of Linn tonearms and cartridges are available to ensure you get the maximum performance from your Sondek LP12.

The Sondek LP12 is available in a choice of high-quality real wood finishes. Our standard finishes are Black Ash, American Cherry, Maple, Rosenut or Walnut and we also offer a custom service for those who want a truly bespoke finish.

Sondek LP-12 Features:

Introduction: 1972

Type: Belt drive analogue turntable with 3-point suspension

Platter:
2 pieces, made of non-magnetic Mazak 8
Production tolerance 0.025 mm,
optimal weight distribution

Platter mat: Felt

Main bearing: 1-Point bearing, mirror finish, oil bath

Suspension:
3-Point-Subchassis,
3 adjustable precision springs

Motor:
Precious metal brushed DC motor with a moving coil rotor and high performance Neodymium magnets

High torque 24-Pol-Synchronous motor,
fully screened and mechanically decoupled
from main bearing

Drive: Neoprene flat belt, concentric precision
pulley (0.01 mm)

Power supply: Various - see options below

Speed accuracy: 0.03%

Speeds: 33 rpm, 45 rpm

Dimensions:
H 140 mm x W 445 mm x D 356 mm
H 5.5 inches x W 17.5 inches x D 14 inches
Approximately 70mm required at rear
and 250mm above the unit to permit
opening of lid

Weight: 10 kg (22 lbs)

Plinth finishes: Black Ash, American Cherry, Rosenut, Maple and Walnut