Gold Note Mediterraneo X Turntable, Gold Leaf

The Gold Note Mediterraneo X is a high-end turntable from Italy that combines the sculptural Mediterraneo concept with digital touchscreen control.

In Gold Leaf, the curved chassis carries genuine gold leaf and combines it with aluminum and stainless steel elements. Visually an heirloom, technically a bridge between analog tradition and modern control – and yes, you're allowed to just find it beautiful too.

Why the Mediterraneo X?

The difference from the classic Mediterraneo lies in the detail: via a TFT touchscreen you finely adjust speed and even motor torque, so the drive matches exactly whatever record is on the platter. A built-in timer logs the stylus's usage time – so you know when the cartridge needs attention, instead of guessing.

Mechanically it remains uncompromising: a solid aluminum platter with POM composite, weighing around 7kg, runs on a ceramic ball bearing. The three-part plinth of aluminum, stainless steel and walnut damps resonance, and the high-torque 12V synchronous motor is precisely regulated via a quad-core controller. The result is a calm, stable sound picture with deep noise floors.

What you get

The Mediterraneo X comes with the 9-inch Gold Note B-7 ceramic tonearm, an external power supply, a transparent acrylic cover and a matching phono cable. Only the cartridge is missing – you tune that to your taste and your phono stage.

Who is the Mediterraneo X for?

For vinyl fans who want high-end mechanics but don't want to give up modern operation and control. Bottom line: if you prefer your gear fully analog and without a display, the classic Mediterraneo suits you better – the X is aimed at everyone who appreciates the convenience of fine adjustment and the stylus timer.

How does the X differ from the regular Mediterraneo?

The X adds touchscreen control, adjustable motor torque, a stylus timer and a heavier aluminum/POM platter to the proven deck. Both play at the highest level mechanically and sonically – the X offers more control and convenience.

Our verdict

The Mediterraneo X is the rare case where digital technology doesn't strip a turntable of its soul but makes it more precise. In Gold Leaf it also becomes a showpiece. If you want the best of both worlds, you've come to the right place.

Technical data

• Type: belt-driven high-end turntable with touchscreen control
• Finish: Gold Leaf (genuine gold leaf) with aluminum and stainless steel elements
• Control: TFT touchscreen, fine adjustment of speed and motor torque, stylus timer (needle usage time)
• Speeds: 33⅓ and 45rpm, ±0.1%, electronic with fine adjustment
• Wow & flutter: < 0.1%
• Rumble: -82dB
• Drive: 70-Shore EPDM belt, high-torque 12V synchronous motor, quad-core controller
• Platter: solid aluminum with POM composite, approx. 7kg
• Platter bearing: 4.3mm ceramic ball bearing, split-spindle clamping design
• Tonearm: Gold Note B-7, 9 inch (ceramic/titanium), included
• Plinth: three-part – aluminum, 3mm stainless steel, walnut base
• Connections: RCA, phono cable included
• Included: B-7 tonearm, external power supply, acrylic cover, phono cable (cartridge separate)
• Dimensions: 470 × 210 × 360mm (W × H × D)
• Weight: 25kg

Frequently asked questions

What can the Mediterraneo X's touchscreen control do?

Via the TFT display you control start and stop, switch between 33⅓ and 45rpm, finely adjust speed and motor torque, and read the stylus timer, which counts the needle's usage time. This lets you keep an eye on playback behavior and stylus wear.

Does the Mediterraneo X come with a cartridge?

No. Included are the 9-inch Gold Note B-7 tonearm, the external power supply, the acrylic cover and a phono cable. You choose the cartridge – MM or MC – separately, to match your phono stage. We're happy to advise you.

Why buy the Gold Note Mediterraneo X at HD Zürisee?

Because a deck with this much technology lives or dies by proper setup – cartridge mounting, alignment, placement. As an authorized Gold Note dealer in Wädenswil we set up the Mediterraneo X completely and remain your contact for service and questions after the purchase too.

Goes well with: the matching cartridge for the B-7 arm, plus other turntables to compare.