{"product_id":"goldnotemediterraneoxwalnut","title":"Gold Note Mediterraneo X Turntable, Walnut","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note Mediterraneo X is a belt-driven high-end turntable from Italy that develops the iconic Mediterraneo design further with modern touchscreen control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Italian walnut, the X feels warm and welcoming, complemented by aluminum and stainless steel elements. Tradition meets technology – and the wood ensures the digital side never feels cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Mediterraneo X?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart of it is the control system: a TFT touchscreen allows fine adjustment of speed and motor torque, so the drive can be tuned exactly to the record being played. A timer counts the stylus's usage time – handy for keeping an eye on cartridge wear instead of swapping by feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderneath sits serious mechanics: a roughly 7kg platter of solid aluminum with POM composite on a ceramic ball bearing, a three-part plinth of aluminum, stainless steel and walnut, and a high-torque 12V synchronous motor with quad-core control. The result is a remarkably calm, precise run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mediterraneo X is supplied with the 9-inch Gold Note B-7 ceramic tonearm, an external power supply, an acrylic cover and a matching phono cable. Only the cartridge comes separately – so you tune the system precisely to your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Mediterraneo X for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor demanding vinyl listeners looking for a visually warm, technically state-of-the-art deck. Bottom line: if you see the appeal specifically in a purely mechanical, display-free turntable, you'll lean more towards the classic Mediterraneo. The X is for anyone who appreciates fine adjustment and stylus monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Mediterraneo X need a phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Like any turntable it delivers a pure cartridge signal and needs a separate phono preamp, such as the Gold Note PH-10 or PH-1000. We're happy to work out with you which one matches your cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mediterraneo X shows that high tech and vinyl culture don't have to be mutually exclusive. In walnut you get the most homely version of a technically impressive deck – a unit you operate and admire in equal measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: belt-driven high-end turntable with touchscreen control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Italian walnut with aluminum and stainless steel elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: TFT touchscreen, fine adjustment of speed and motor torque, stylus timer (needle usage time)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeeds: 33⅓ and 45rpm, ±0.1%, electronic with fine adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWow \u0026 flutter: \u0026lt; 0.1%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRumble: -82dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive: 70-Shore EPDM belt, high-torque 12V synchronous motor, quad-core controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatter: solid aluminum with POM composite, approx. 7kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatter bearing: 4.3mm ceramic ball bearing, split-spindle clamping design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTonearm: Gold Note B-7, 9 inch (ceramic\/titanium), included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlinth: three-part – aluminum, 3mm stainless steel, walnut base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnections: RCA, phono cable included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: B-7 tonearm, external power supply, acrylic cover, phono cable (cartridge separate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 470 × 210 × 360mm (W × H × D)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 25kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Mediterraneo X differ from the classic Mediterraneo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X adds a TFT touchscreen control, adjustable motor torque, a stylus usage timer and a heavier aluminum\/POM platter with ceramic bearing. Both sound excellent; the X additionally offers convenience and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a cartridge included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Mediterraneo X comes with the B-7 tonearm, an external power supply, an acrylic cover and a phono cable, but without a cartridge. That way you can tune the system – MM or MC – precisely to your sonic taste and your phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gold Note Mediterraneo X at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause proper advice makes all the difference with a unit of this class: cartridge choice, mounting, alignment and placement. HD Zürisee in Wädenswil is an authorized Gold Note dealer with its own technician – we set the Mediterraneo X up cleanly and stay your point of contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003ecartridge\u003c\/a\u003e for the B-7 arm and other \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eturntables\u003c\/a\u003e from our range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989509665104,"sku":"304382","price":10900.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/gold-note-mediterraneo-x-plattenspieler-walnuss-frontansicht.png?v=1785926296","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/goldnotemediterraneoxwalnut","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}