{"product_id":"clearaudioperformancedcsibl","title":"Clearaudio Performance DC Turntable, Silver \/ Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Clearaudio Performance DC is a belt-drive turntable unit with a decoupled 12-volt DC motor, inverted ceramic magnetic bearing and a 40 mm POM platter – this version with silver aluminium plates on a black plinth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe drive unit is delivered alone. You decide tonearm and cartridge yourself, and that's not a gap but the concept: the base lasts long enough that you can comfortably upgrade the arm twice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Performance DC?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause interference has been designed out at every point. The DC motor is mounted decoupled and works via a ground flat belt so its vibrations don't migrate into the plinth. The bearing is built inverted, with a polished ceramic spindle in a sintered-bronze bushing, magnetically relieved by the patented CMB system. And the mass of the 40 mm POM platter keeps the speed to 0.05 percent wow and flutter – measured, not claimed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA drive unit with a bright top and bottom plate over a dark plinth – the version that's still visible on a dark rack yet doesn't look loud. Included are the platter, aluminium sub-platter, flat belt, plug-in power supply, bearing oil, grounding cable and mounting tools. The tonearm mount is designed as an interchangeable base and accepts almost any common 9-inch arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Performance DC for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor collectors who see their system as a modular kit and value choosing each component individually. Plain talk: if you expect a turnkey device with the arm and stylus already fitted, reach for the Clearaudio Concept instead – otherwise, alignment work awaits right after unboxing. We take care of that for you, though.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSolid engineering rather than showmanship: a drive unit you set up properly once and then use for twenty years – including a 78 rpm speed for old shellac. FIDELITY's verdict read: “Sonically, it doesn't need to hide behind top-class components either.” (No. 41, 2019). Which arm suits the cartridge you want, we'll quickly work out with you at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e turntable drive unit, belt drive – without tonearm and cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor:\u003c\/strong\u003e decoupled 12 V DC motor, electronically regulated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive:\u003c\/strong\u003e ground flat belt onto aluminium sub-platter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBearing:\u003c\/strong\u003e inverted, ground and polished ceramic spindle, sintered-bronze running bushing, patented magnetic bearing (CMB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlatter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 mm solid POM, with aluminium sub-platter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33 1\/3, 45 and 78 rpm, electronically switchable via button\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWow and flutter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.05 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFine speed adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e three trimmers on the rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlinth construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e resonance-optimised, high-density wood chassis in sandwich construction between two aluminium plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver aluminium plates \/ Black plinth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTonearm mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e interchangeable mount for almost all commercially available 9-inch tonearms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended tonearms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Satisfy Kardan Aluminium, Tracer, TT5 (incl. swing base)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e plug-in power supply for worldwide use on all mains voltages and frequencies; optional upgrade to Clearaudio Professional Power 12V or smart power 12V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e max. 3.3 W, operating 1.6 W, off 0.0 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatching dust cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e AC104 (radial tonearm) \/ AC104\/TT5 (with TT5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 420 × 125 × 330 mm (without tonearm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 11.0 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel no.:\u003c\/strong\u003e TT040\/S\/B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 years if registered within 14 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e drive unit body with motor, bearing top part, aluminium sub-platter, platter, flat belt, plug-in power supply, bearing oil, hex keys, grounding cable, gloves, quality and warranty card – tonearm and cartridge not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Performance DC come with a tonearm and cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This page shows the bare drive unit. Clearaudio also offers the Performance DC as a complete package with a pre-mounted tonearm and cartridge – here you get the base and choose arm and cartridge freely. The interchangeable mount accepts almost any commercially available 9-inch tonearm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat do the two colour names in the title mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first names the aluminium top and bottom plates, the second the plinth in between. In this version the metal plates are silver and the plinth is black. The plinth is a high-density wood chassis that sits in sandwich construction between the aluminium plates and damps resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat speeds does the Performance DC manage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e33 1\/3, 45 and 78 revolutions per minute, electronically switchable via a button. So shellac records play without an extra platter or belt change, you just need a suitable 78 rpm stylus. Fine adjustment of all three speeds is done via trimmers on the rear, and wow and flutter is 0.05 percent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Performance DC need a better power supply?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat's not necessary. The included plug-in power supply reliably powers the 12-volt DC motor and works worldwide on all mains voltages. Anyone looking for more quiet in the drive later on can switch to the Clearaudio Professional Power 12V or the smart power 12V – both are designed exactly for the Performance DC series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Performance DC at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the drive unit is only half the job. We look for the right arm with you, a cartridge that harmonises with it and the correct phono stage, set everything up cleanly and, if you like, deliver right into your living room. Reach us on +41 44 680 22 00, via WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTonearms are under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tonarme\"\u003eTonearms\u003c\/a\u003e, cartridges under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003eCartridges\u003c\/a\u003e, and the phono stage under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/phono-vorverstarker\"\u003ePhono Preamps\u003c\/a\u003e. 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