Turntable Details
Drive
Belt
Motor
Wow & Flutter %
Rumble [dB]
Speed
33, 45
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
Type: Belt-driven turntable with manual operation.
Drive Method: Belt drive system using a low-torque motor that requires manual assistance to start the platter spinning.
Platter: Not specified in detail, but likely made from a durable material suitable for consistent rotation. The platter is noted to be 22 lbs in some discussions related to the Kid Thomas model, though this might not apply directly to the Captain John Handy.
Speeds: Supports 33 1/3 and 45 RPM playback.
Tonearm: Features the Cornet 1 tonearm, which is a unipivot design.
Suspension System: Not suspended; instead, it features superior feet and motor insulation for vibration control.
Dimensions and Weight: Not specified in detail, but described as compact.
Power Supply: External power supply. An optional outboard power supply is available for improved performance and speed adjustment.
Additional Features:
Handcrafted with a solid wood plinth, similar to the Kid Thomas model.
Designed based on Tom Fletcher’s principles, emphasizing resonance control and material phasing for sonic harmony.
Priced at USD $3,495, making it one of the more affordable models in the Pear Audio lineup.