Ep414: Turntable Designer John Stratton of Pure Fidelity
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Turntable designer John Stratton founded Pure Fidelity with the aim of creating "heirloom quality" turntables for audio enthusiasts. John discusses his design choices and how we can make the most of our existing turntables and audio systems.
How John started making turntables
Materials for turntables make a huge difference
Determining woods for turntable plinths
Comparing wood and stone for turntables
Variations in turntables with same woods
Tips for all turntable owners to improve sound
Keep vibrations away from turntables
What impact does the turntable matt have?
How do record weights impact record audio?
Do record weights cause stress on turntable belts?
Why have a 2nd belt on a turntable?
Humans can discern variations in speed
Comparing belts to direct drive and idler wheels
Moving magnet v moving coil
Impact of tone arms to the audio signal
Straight v s-shaped tone arms
Does tone arm length matter much?
Proper turntable setup can improve sound dramatically
Do we need to invest in expensive cables?
The variation and inconsistency of records
Records that John tests turntables with
How would John improve his turntable with unlimited budget?
Speed control outside the plinth but motor is in
The ruby bearing of Pure Fidelity
Interview wrap up
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