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
120
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
Drive System
Belt-drive system with a synchronous motor (230V, 50Hz, 250 rpm).
Speed options: 33⅓ RPM standard, with 45 RPM available via a separate adapter.
The motor is housed in a solid brass block, polished to a fine gold finish, and features a 33.33 rpm pulley and flywheel for smooth operation.
The engine cradle is trim-adjustable on anti-vibration studs with a gold finish.
Platter and Bearing
Solid aluminum top, Ø 347 mm, made from aviation-grade Zircal, with a natural aluminum finish and high gloss polish.
The platter weighs 27 kg and is partially compensated by partial magnetic repulsion (95%), reducing the load on the bearing.
Utilizes precision tapered bearings (patented by Pierre Riffaud) for frictionless rotation.
Chassis and Isolation
The base is a tripod sculpture in fully polished, fine-grained black statuary granite, suspended on adjustable jacks (coil springs).
The legs are made of solid brass with a gold-plated finish.
The granite base is 30 mm thick, with a polished face and fields, providing exceptional stability and vibration damping.
Tonearm Compatibility
Designed to accommodate high-end tonearms, though specific models are not detailed in the available documentation.
Typically paired with tonearms that support adjustable anti-skate and VTA for precise cartridge alignment.
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
Includes a Riffaud Micpormat tray cover (microporous PVC) for improved record coupling and resonance control.
Features a polished brass puck with a fine gold finish for record stabilization.
Total weight: 120 kg, with a hanging weight of 85 kg.
Dimensions: 700 x 700 x 350 mm.
Design Philosophy
The Heritage represents the pinnacle of Riffaud's approach, emphasizing mass, kinetic inertia, and partial magnetic repulsion to achieve exceptional sound quality.
Each unit is handcrafted, reflecting Pierre Riffaud's meticulous attention to detail and commitment to French excellence.