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The Clearaudio Master Reference Wood is a premium turntable known for its exquisite construction using 40 layers of fine wood in each plinth, providing superior resonance damping and aesthetic appeal. It was designed as a reference-level turntable suitable for mastering studios and audiophile listening. The turntable features a resonance-optimized shape and belt drive system, with a focus on minimizing noise and maximizing soundstage and bass response. This model represents a pinnacle of Clearaudio's craftsmanship from the mid-2000s era, preceding the Master Innovation series. It offers a combination of high mass, low noise floor, and refined sonic characteristics that enhance musical reproduction depth and detail.
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The Balance's platter weight is 18 kg (40 lbs) against the Master Wood's 51.5 kg (114 lbs), its platter material Glass against Wood, and its weight 33 kg (73 lbs) against 51.5 kg (114 lbs). Both share drive type (Belt).
The Muse 3A's platter weight is 15 kg (33 lbs) against the Master Wood's 51.5 kg (114 lbs) and its weight 15 kg (33 lbs) against 51.5 kg (114 lbs). Both share drive type (Belt) and platter material (Wood).
The Stabi M's platter weight is 12 kg (26 lbs) against the Master Wood's 51.5 kg (114 lbs), its platter material Aluminum against Wood, and its weight 60 kg (132 lbs) against 51.5 kg (114 lbs). Both share drive type (Belt).
The Reference Jubilee's platter weight is 8.5 kg (19 lbs) against the Master Wood's 51.5 kg (114 lbs), its platter material POM against Wood, and its weight 22 kg (49 lbs) against 51.5 kg (114 lbs). Both share drive type (Belt).
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