{"product_id":"ortofon-plattenstabilisator-heavy-350g-silber","title":"Ortofon Plattenstabilisator Heavy 350 g, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ortofon Plattenstabilisator Heavy (350 g, Silver) is the weight for high-end and direct-drive turntables with a robust motor — more mass, more calm, more of what's in the groove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Plattenstabilisator Heavy 350 g?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e350 g couples the record firmly to the platter, so vibrations from the motor, the room and the speakers find less of a path to the stylus. At the same time, the extra mass increases the moment of inertia — the platter spins more stably and reacts less to micro-disturbances. The felt underside protects the record, the Ortofon wave-pattern grip sits securely in your hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore control in the bass and an audibly calmer reproduction, especially on high-mass direct-drive turntables: less rumble, more defined low mids, a clearly defined bass range. Place it, remove the stylus, play — the upgrade is done in ten seconds, no tools required. The satin matte silver anodizing suits light-colored turntables and silver equipment fronts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Heavy 350 g for — and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for high-end, premium and direct-drive turntables with a robust motor and heavy platter. \u003cstrong\u003eBottom line:\u003c\/strong\u003e leave light belt-drive turntables (Rega Planar, Pro-Ject Debut \u0026 co.) alone and reach for the 240 g standard version instead — 350 g would overload such motors in the long run. And strongly warped records won't be flattened by this weight either — for that you need a real clamp with a counter-plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right weight for heavy, robust turntables: more calm, more control, no effort. Out of place on entry-level decks, a worthwhile fine-tuning tweak on direct-drive turntables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 350 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: aluminum, satin matte anodized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderside: felt (smooth, record-friendly)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrip: Ortofon wave-pattern texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: approx. Ø 75 mm, H approx. 30 mm (manufacturer tolerances may apply)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility: high-end, premium and direct-drive turntables with a robust motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersion: Heavy (standard = 240 g, sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat's included: 1× Ortofon Plattenstabilisator Heavy 350 g, Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the 350 g Plattenstabilisator also work on my Thorens TD-1500 or TD-1600?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the TD-1500 and TD-1600 have a robust belt drive with a heavy platter and are designed for this weight. For older, lighter Thorens models like the TD-160, it's best to check with us first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSilver or black — is there a sonic difference?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, not a single decibel. The choice is purely aesthetic: silver suits light-colored turntables and silver fronts, black suits dark equipment and modern setups. We keep both versions in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I place the 350 g weight correctly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuide it calmly over the spindle and set it gently down on the record — don't drop it. Wait until the platter has stopped before placing or removing it. This protects the spindle and bearing, and the felt sits cleanly on the label rather than the groove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Ortofon Plattenstabilisator Heavy at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we'll tell you, from practical experience, whether your turntable really needs and can handle the 350 g — or whether the 240 g version is the better fit. Genuine Ortofon, honest advice at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e the right \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eturntable\u003c\/a\u003e, the matching \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/platten-reinigung\"\u003erecord care\u003c\/a\u003e products and everything about \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/alles-vinyl\"\u003evinyl\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989549379920,"sku":"303562","price":69.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/ortofon-plattenstabilisator-heavy-350g-silber-perspektive.png?v=1786626097","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/ortofon-plattenstabilisator-heavy-350g-silber","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}