Clearaudio Compass Turntable - N1 MM Cartridge - Silver

Editor's Choice Award 2025 - The Absolute Sound

Recommended Component 2025 - Stereophile

Precision That Points You Toward True Fidelity

A turntable designed to be your North Star for analog playback.

Guiding Music Lovers Forward

The Clearaudio Compass is crafted for those who want to step confidently into high-end vinyl playback without compromise. With a carefully matched N1 moving magnet cartridge included, this turntable is a complete solution—simply set it up, cue your favorite LP, and let the music flow.

Sound That Draws You In

Every note emerges with breathtaking clarity and tonal richness. The Compass captures subtle textures in vocals, delivers taut, tuneful bass, and paints a soundstage that feels both wide and deeply layered. Its rock-solid speed stability keeps the timing locked in place, while the resonance-free design ensures you hear your music—not your turntable.

Expert Impressions

“Clearaudio’s Compass sets a new benchmark at its price point, combining refinement and authority in equal measure.” – The Absolute Sound, 2025

Engineering That Matters

At the heart of the Compass is a precision-machined aluminum platter supported by Clearaudio’s celebrated bearing design, ensuring whisper-quiet rotation. The Black and Silver chassis minimizes resonance, while the N1 MM cartridge is pre-mounted for ideal synergy. Together, they deliver low distortion, lightning-fast transients, and effortless musical flow.

Ready for Every System

With its pre-installed cartridge and simple connection to your favorite phono preamp, setup is refreshingly straightforward. Whether paired with a compact integrated amp or a reference-grade system, the Compass slots in seamlessly.

From Intimate Listening to Full-Scale Performance

Designed to serve both small, dedicated listening rooms and spacious living areas, the Compass adapts to your lifestyle. Its elegant Black and Silver finish makes it as striking visually as it is sonically, letting it blend effortlessly into any home.

Your Path to Analog Enjoyment

The Clearaudio Compass is more than a turntable—it’s an invitation to rediscover your record collection with warmth, depth, and precision.

Product Features

High-performance turntable engineered in Germany for reference-quality vinyl playback
Includes Clearaudio N1 MM Cartridge, factory-installed and optimized
Precision-machined aluminum platter with ultra-low resonance design
Black and Silver chassis for timeless style and durability
Exceptional speed stability for rock-solid timing and rhythm
Easy setup—just connect to your phono stage and play

Audio Advisor occasionally has fantastic deals on clearance items that are in excellent condition and we happen to have just one or two of.

Demo: Photo samples, gear we auditioned, items returned for wrong color/wrong size, etc.

Open Box: Contents briefly examined or inspected for promotional or internal purposes

Factory Refreshed: Original-condition items repackaged by the manufacturer

Cosmetically Blemished: A few dings or scratches, but functionally in original condition

Used: May show some signs of use

All clearance products are carefully inspected by our technicians before we offer the item for sale. All clearance products except Used items come with the original manufacturer warranty and are guaranteed to work and sound like new.

RETURN POLICY & PROCESS

NOTE:
You may only return a product purchased within 60-days of the receipt date.
The product must be in like-new condition and shipped in the original packaging (So SAVE THOSE BOXES!!!)

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