Turntable Details
Drive
Belt
Motor
Wow & Flutter %
Rumble [dB]
Speed
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
Drive System
Belt-drive system with a 24-pole permanent magnet synchronous motor.
Speed options: 33⅓ and 45 RPM, manually adjusted by changing the belt position on a stepped pulley.
Power supply: 230V, 50Hz AC.
The motor features a low, even rotation speed to minimize torque ripple.
Platter and Bearing
Solid aluminum platter (7 kg, Ø 330 mm) made from aviation-grade Zircal, providing a high moment of inertia for stability.
Utilizes Pierre Riffaud's patented precision tapered roller bearing (Patent FR1900625), ensuring frictionless rotation and long-term reliability.
The platter is supported by an internal counter-plate.
Chassis and Isolation
The base is crafted from a block of white quartzite, polished on all visible faces.
Features a suspended mass design with three height-adjustable elastomer feet for perfect horizontal leveling and isolation from external vibrations.
Tonearm Compatibility
Includes the Opus II Carbon unipivot 306 mm "12 inch" arm as original equipment.
Single-pivot design with silicone damping for precise tracking.
Internal wiring: Nordost Norse2 pure silver conductors for superior signal transmission.
Adjustable anti-skating and vertical tracking angle (VTA).Typically paired with the VDH The FROG moving coil cartridge (0.65 mV output).
Performance Metrics
Wow and flutter: Not specified, but expected to be low due to the precision drive system and bearing.
Signal-to-noise ratio: Enhanced by the elimination of mechanical noise sources.
Construction Features
Total weight: 33 kg.
Includes a solid stainless steel record puck (750 g) for improved record coupling and resonance control.
Dimensions: 400 x 500 mm.
Design Philosophy
The Classique II WE reflects Pierre Riffaud's philosophy of combining mechanical purity with artisanal craftsmanship to achieve exceptional vinyl playback quality.
Each unit is handcrafted, offering audiophile-level performance at a reasonable price compared to high-end industrial products.