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The Basis Audio 2500 Signature is a premium analog turntable featuring a 2-inch thick composite platter identical to the Debut series, mounted on an ultra-close tolerance bearing within a massive 2-inch stress-relieved acrylic plinth. It incorporates an innovative fluid-damped suspension system adapted from higher models, providing 48-50dB greater isolation from vibrations and motor noise compared to unsuspended turntables. The AC synchronous motor is custom-modified for exceptional speed stability. Designed by the creators of the Basis Work of Art and Debut series, it delivers silent backgrounds, low grain, transparency, and effortless sound. Often bundled with tonearms like Super Arm 9, Graham 1.5, or Vector 4, and accessories such as Reflex Clamp, Revolution Belt, and Calibrator Base.
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The closest alternatives on specs, description and the systems they turn up in, with the specs they share set side by side.
The Ascona NEO's platter weight is 13.5 kg (30 lbs) against the 2500 Signature's 9.07 kg (20 lbs), its platter material Aluminum against Composite, and its weight 58 kg (128 lbs) against 20.4 kg (45 lbs). Both share drive type (Belt).
The Reference Jubilee's platter weight is 8.5 kg (19 lbs) against the 2500 Signature's 9.07 kg (20 lbs), its platter material POM against Composite, and its weight 22 kg (49 lbs) against 20.4 kg (45 lbs). Both share drive type (Belt).
The Raven Black Night's platter weight is 20 kg (44 lbs) against the 2500 Signature's 9.07 kg (20 lbs) and its weight 65 kg (143 lbs) against 20.4 kg (45 lbs). Both share drive type (Belt) and platter material (Composite).
The Stabi M's platter weight is 12 kg (26 lbs) against the 2500 Signature's 9.07 kg (20 lbs), its platter material Aluminum against Composite, and its weight 60 kg (132 lbs) against 20.4 kg (45 lbs). Both share drive type (Belt).
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