La Nouvelle Platine

About the La Nouvelle Platine

The La Nouvelle Platine is a high-performance turntable from J.C. Verdier, designed as a less expensive sibling to the legendary Platine Verdier. It features a heavy platter driven by a high-torque Philips outboard motor connected via either a rubber belt or a linen thread, with the latter preferred for better speed consistency and longevity. The motor is free-sited to decouple vibrations, enhancing operational quietness. The turntable is renowned for its clean, focused soundstage with precise instrument positioning and extremely low surface noise. It handles fast transients tightly and rhythmically, delivering tonally convincing playback. The magnetic suspension technology used in Verdier turntables isolates mechanical disturbances, contributing to clarity and musicality. The design philosophy emphasizes simplicity and precision, with a solid plinth and string drive system. The La Nouvelle Platine remains highly regarded among audiophiles and is part of the re-launched product line by Audio Tuning, maintaining original design and technical standards.