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The Acoustic Signature Challenger Mk3 is a premium turntable designed for audiophiles seeking high-quality sound reproduction. It is built with meticulous attention to detail, featuring a European-made synchronous motor paired with a Beta DIG digital motor controller for stable speed control. The turntable includes a high-mass aluminum platter (9 kg, 50 mm thick) and a robust aluminum chassis (40 mm thick), both precision CNC-milled from solid pieces of soft aluminum. The platter is coated with a damping material to reduce resonance, and a black leather platter cover is included. The bearing system is made from Tidorfolon, a proprietary material, ensuring low friction and long-term stability. The turntable supports up to three tonearms and offers adjustable feet for leveling. It operates at 33 & 45 RPM and includes an external power supply for mains decoupling.
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The ZET 1's platter weight is 10 kg (22 lbs) against the Challenger Mk3's 9 kg (20 lbs), its weight 24 kg (53 lbs) against 23 kg (51 lbs), and its height 180 mm against 190 mm. Both share platter material (Aluminum).
The ZET 3's platter weight is 12 kg (26 lbs) against the Challenger Mk3's 9 kg (20 lbs), its weight 34 kg (75 lbs) against 23 kg (51 lbs), and its height 230 mm against 190 mm. Both share platter material (Aluminum).
The Prime Signature's platter weight is 9.07 kg (20 lbs) against the Challenger Mk3's 9 kg (20 lbs), its weight 29.94 kg (66 lbs) against 23 kg (51 lbs), and its depth 355.6 mm against 325 mm. Both share platter material (Aluminum).
The Vintage Full Exclusive's platter weight is 8 kg (18 lbs) against the Challenger Mk3's 9 kg (20 lbs), its weight 22 kg (49 lbs) against 23 kg (51 lbs), and its height 180 mm against 190 mm. Both share platter material (Aluminum).
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