SteinMusic Marks Anniversary with Limited Arco 40 Release
SteinMusic marks its 40th anniversary with the release of the Arco 40 Limited Edition turntable, a testament to decades of high-fidelity excellence. This exclusive model is limited to just 20 units worldwide, each meticulously crafted to deliver an unparalleled vinyl listening experience.
At the heart of the Arco 40 lies its unique tonearm, fashioned from a violin bow component. This choice of material surpasses traditional carbon and wooden alternatives, offering exceptional tonal precision and stability. The tonearm is paired with a hand-made copper cable, utilizing over 50-year-old copper without any plastic insulation, ensuring a pure and unadulterated signal transmission.
The platter is an innovative sandwich of wood and metal, adorned with a 2mm cherry veneer. This construction not only enhances aesthetic appeal but also provides superior resonance control. Complemented by a high-precision dual bearing system made of stainless steel, the platter maintains impressive rotational stability, allowing even the subtlest nuances of a record's soundscape to emerge with clarity.
Supporting the precision components is a 19-layer laminated plywood base, aged for over 25 years, which dampens vibrations and reinforces the overall structural integrity of the turntable. The Swiss-engineered Maxon motor, coupled with a specially designed controller, ensures flawless speed consistency at both 33 and 45 RPM, selectable via the motor control block. The ultra-thin, waxed, and silvered nylon belt guarantees smooth power transmission, contributing to the turntable's warm and natural sound signature.
The Arco 40 Limited Edition also features a Unipivot bearing on the tonearm, meticulously balanced by a master watchmaker to achieve optimal alignment and tracking accuracy. This attention to detail reflects SteinMusic's dedication to minimizing interference and maximizing sonic fidelity.
Priced at 5,800 euros in Europe, including delivery, the SteinMusic Arco 40 Limited Edition is now available for order through the manufacturer's website. This release not only celebrates SteinMusic's heritage but also sets a new benchmark for audiophiles seeking the utmost in vinyl playback quality.
Primary Specifications:
- Rotational Speeds: 33 and 45 RPM, selectable via motor control block
- Platter: Wood-metal sandwich with 2mm cherry veneer, reinforced with a 2.5mm metal plate, weighing 2 kg
- Base: 19-layer laminated plywood, aged over 25 years
- Main Bearing: High-precision dual stainless steel bearing with a run-out of less than 4 minutes at 33 1/3 RPM
- Tonearm: 10-inch length, made from violin bow material
- Tonearm Bearing: Unipivot bearing, precisely balanced
- Tonearm Cable: Handcrafted copper, over 50 years old, with copper shielding and no plastic insulation
- Drive: Swiss precision Maxon motor with custom controller
- Belt: Ultra-thin, waxed, silvered nylon
For enthusiasts seeking a blend of tradition and innovation, the SteinMusic Arco 40 Limited Edition offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of audiophile craftsmanship.
