Turntable Details
Drive
Belt
Motor
AC
Wow & Flutter %
Rumble [dB]
Speed
33, 45
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
31.75
1991
Platter Weight [kg]
6.80
Plinth Material
Price
£4750 (1994)
Additional information
The Basis Audio Ovation turntable is renowned for its engineering excellence and aesthetic design. Below is a detailed technical description of its features and specifications.
Design and Construction
Chassis: The Ovation features a high-mass platform constructed from a composite of bulletproof wood (panzerholz) and aluminum, providing exceptional resonance control. This sandwich construction minimizes harmful vibrations.
Platter: It has a 40mm thick platter made from resonancedamping POM, which aids in reducing noise and enhancing sound quality.
Weight: The total weight of the turntable is approximately 13.5 kg (29.76 lbs), which contributes to its stability during operation.
Drive System
Motor: The turntable is equipped with a decoupled DC motor, known for its high torque and quiet operation. This motor is complemented by Clearaudio's optical speed control (OSC) system, ensuring precise speed regulation.
Speed Options: It supports multiple playback speeds: 33 ⅓, 45, and 78 RPM, with speed accuracy measured at ±0.03%.
Bearing System: The bearing utilizes a cut and polished ceramic shaft within a sintered bronze bushing, featuring Clearaudio's patented ceramic magnetic bearing (CMB) for enhanced performance.
Performance Specifications
Wow and Flutter: The Ovation achieves a wow and flutter rating of 0.02%, indicating minimal speed variation during playback.
Rumble: The turntable has an impressive rumble rating of –90 dB, contributing to its low noise floor
6.Power Consumption: The maximum power consumption is 8.6 watts, with operational consumption at about 2.5 watts, and it uses negligible power in standby mode.
Dimensions
Size: The dimensions of the Basis Ovation are approximately:Width: 16.54 inches
Depth: 13.78 inches
Height: 5.31 inches
These measurements make it compact yet robust enough to deliver high-fidelity audio playback without compromising on performance.
Awards and Recognition
The Basis Audio Ovation has received accolades for its superior sound quality and innovative design, including being named "Turntable of the Year" by notable audio publications like The Absolute Sound.