Turntable Details
Drive
Belt
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
0.04
Rumble [dB]
-77
Speed
33, 45
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
11
1999
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
£775
Additional information
The Michell GyroDec turntable is a renowned and iconic design in the world of vinyl playback, celebrated for its innovative suspension system and high-quality sound reproduction.
Key Features
Plinth and Suspension: The GyroDec features a high-density acrylic plinth that provides a rigid and non-resonant base for the suspension system. It uses a three-point spring suspension system, where the sub-chassis is suspended on three extension springs, offering excellent stability and vibration isolation.
Sub-Chassis: The sub-chassis is made of cast aluminum and is internally strengthened with beams and ribs, providing a heavy and rigid platform for the main bearing, platter, and tonearm assembly.
Platter: The turntable includes a heavy platter made from an acrylic/carbon compound, which closely matches the mechanical properties of vinyl records. The platter is loaded with gold-plated brass weights to increase its mass and reduce wow-and-flutter.
Bearing: The GyroDec incorporates an inverted oil-circulating main bearing. This design allows for full lubrication of the bearing while the platter is turning, minimizing noise and vibration.
Motor and Drive: The turntable uses a belt-drive system with a separate motor unit. Early models featured an AC synchronous motor, while later versions switched to a DC motor for improved performance and reliability.
Speed Control: It offers manual speed change between 33⅓ and 45 rpm, with some models potentially benefiting from electronic speed control upgrades.
Sound Quality and Build
Sound Characteristics: The GyroDec is praised for its neutral and transparent sound, providing stable and spacious stereo images with impressive depth and even bass response.
Build Quality: The turntable is built to high standards, with a focus on minimizing vibrations and ensuring optimal performance with a wide range of tonearms.
Specifications
Weight: Approximately 11 kg (suspended mass including sub-chassis and platter).
Dimensions: 530 mm (width) × 420 mm (depth) × 190 mm (height).
Speeds: 33⅓, 45 rpm.
Wow and Flutter: Less than 0.04%.
Rumble: -77 dB