Ariston RD 40

The Ariston RD 40 is a high-quality, two-speed manual belt-drive turntable introduced in the mid-1980s by Ariston Audio, a Scottish manufacturer known for audiophile-grade products.

Key Technical Features

• Drive System:
  Belt drive powered by an AC synchronous motor.
  Motor is mounted on a sprung suspension to reduce vibration and noise.
  Optional DC motor upgrade available for enhanced speed control.

• Speeds:
  Supports 33⅓ and 45 rpm playback speeds, manually selected by repositioning the drive belt on different motor pulleys.

• Platter:
  Heavy, dished platter made from substantial aluminum casting, featuring a record clamp to secure discs firmly.
  Optional heavy platter upgrade available for increased rotational inertia and improved speed stability.

• Construction:
  Built from three substantial aluminum castings for the base, chassis, and platter, providing rigidity and vibration damping.
  Adjustable feet and heavy springs to fine-tune suspension and vibration isolation.
  Optional isolating base and dust cover available.

• Tonearm:
  The Ariston tonearm is optional and may vary; it is designed to be compatible with the turntable’s suspension and chassis.
  Tonearm mounting and setup allow precise alignment and tracking.

• Suspension:
  Three-point sprung subchassis suspension system for effective isolation from external vibrations and feedback.

• Additional Accessories:
  Mass rings for tonearm balancing, isolating base, heavy springs, and dust covers are available and can be retrofitted.

• Operation:
  Fully manual operation without automatic features.