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Brinkmann LaGrange Utmost mechanical stability is a prerequisite for perfect LP reproduction. In order to achieve it, all parts have to bemadewith extremely tight tolerances. In order to rotate the »LaGrange's« platter, weighing in at 16 kilograms, securely and without radial run out, the bearing has to have extremely tight clearance and absolutely minimal play. But with tolerances that tight, the different coefficients of expansion of the materials used begin to come into play. We therefore heat the bearing electronically in order to render it insensitive to temperature changes. |
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Optional: Tube Power Supply »RöNt«
| This power supply caused quite a stir. First because of the seemingly far off idea of using vacuum tubes for a low-voltage turntable power supply. And second because the sound of our »Balance« and »LaGrange« turntables is – albeit slightly, but clearly – improved in terms of clarity, openness and spaciousness. Maybe the idea wasn't that far off to begin with: the vacuum in the rectifier tubes not only isolates their plates from the cathodes, but also the power line from the drive circuitry. In other words: as it turns out, the best power line filter for our turntables is simply... a void! |  |
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