The Newest Advancement in High-End Turntable Performance at an Exceptional Value
The Clearaudio Signature turntable is a special edition of the new Concept Signature, created exclusively for the US market. It represents advancements in high-end performance with exceptional value.
The Signature combines technological and material science advancements from the entire Clearaudio turntable line, highlighted by the AiR 12v DC coreless motor with a new speed control circuity derived from Clearaudio's award-winning Reference Jubilee turntable.
In addition to sharing the AiR motor with the Performance DC and Concept turntables, the Signature combines the mechanical and visual qualities of these models.
This version of the Signature includes the new Tracer Black tonearm.
New Tacho-Speed-Control
Speed stability is a huge factor in getting the sound off an LP that the artist intended, and the Signature doesn't disappoint. It incorporates a newly developed "Tacho-Speed-Control" that constantly monitors the rotational speed. It provides real-time feedback to the control electronics, enabling the system to immediately respond to dynamic influences such as stylus drag, belt tension, friction, or temperature.
Additionally, TSC performs an automatic calibration at every restart.
Advanced Platter, Sub-Platter, and Plinth
The 1.8"-thick (30mm) POM platter sits atop the precision-machined aluminum sub-platter, driven by a flat polished belt which communicates speed control via the TSC.
The constrained layered plinth and platter bearing, a hardened steel shaft inside a sintered bronze sleeve with Teflon thrust pad, are derived from the Clearaduio Concept turntable, which gained worldwide recognition with over 20,000 units sold.
New AiR 12v DC Coreless Motor
The Signature's brand new air-core (non-magnetic) 12-volt DC motor runs unbelievably quietly, ensuring that the listener remains blissfully unaware of the whole process.
A version of the O-Ring IMS (improved motor suspension), derived from the Reference Jubilee turntable, isolates the AiR DC coreless motor, for enhanced vibration control.
Professional Power 12v Linear Power Supply
The Professional Power 12v linear power supply in black, an $800 value, is included with the Signature. It is a transformer based linear power supply developed to maximize the AiR motor. It is derived from Clearaudio's Professional Power 24v that was developed for their Ovation and Innovation series that uses 24V AiR motors.
The Professional Power 12V uses a vibration damped toroidal transformer in conjunction with stiff regulation, providing clean power to the AiR motor. An IEC power connector allows use of your preferred AC cables and a grounding lug provides an additional earth ground point.
Performance DC Feet
Physical isolation is accomplished with leveling feet from Clearaudio's acclaimed Performance DC turntable. In addition to making set-up more convenient, these feet also help to minimize the effects of room vibration or vibration from other components on the Signature.
Tonearm Options
The triple-black Signature has two tonearm options, the Tracer Black or the new Signature Black Satisfy Carbon Fiber. Both tonearms feature black carbon fiber arm tubes, exceptionally lightweight and rigid for reducing resonance and enhancing clarity.
New Tracer Black Tonearm
The Tracer Black is Clearaudio’s newest tonearm and a real pleasure for both ear and eye. It features a precision bearing, an aluminum headshell with a large mounting surface for easy azimuth alignment, and an optimal center of gravity counterweight.
Drawing on engineering techniques from the finest watchmakers, it features a high-precision, low friction jewelled bearing crafted from tungsten and sapphire.
The carbon tonearm tube is both extremely rigid and very lightweight, giving a perfect combination of stability and agility. What’s more, the Tracer’s elegance does not come at the expense of usability – on the contrary. The anti-skating force is effortlessly adjustable by way of a simple dial within perfect reach, while the aluminum headshell allows the azimuth to be easily fine-tuned. The magnetic anti-skating force is mechanically decoupled and easily adjustable.
The counterweight is underslung, providing an optimal center of gravity and allowing straightforward adjustment of the tracking force.
The Tracer is hardwired with Clearaudio Sixstream cables terminating in gold-plated RCA plugs.
