SÜSSEN, Germany, June 2, 2026 — ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE, one of the world’s most respected manufacturers of high-end turntables, is marking its 30th anniversary with the introduction of two exclusive anniversary models: the Merlin NEO and the Thirty NEO. Designed to showcase the company’s continued commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and uncompromising sound quality, both turntables represent a new benchmark in audiophile analog playback.
Founded in 1996, ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE has spent three decades pushing the boundaries of vinyl reproduction. From pioneering technologies such as its renowned Silencer turntables and vibration-reducing Constraint Layer Damping (CLD) technology to the maintenance-free DuraTurn Diamond bearing system, the German manufacturer has consistently set standards in the high-end audio market. Today, every component continues to be developed and manufactured in-house at the company’s facility in Süßen using advanced CNC machining and meticulous hand assembly.
“Our 30th anniversary fills us with great pride, but it also serves as a driving force for the future,” said Gunther Frohnhöfer, Founder and CEO of ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE. “With the Merlin NEO and the Thirty NEO, we are demonstrating that time-honored highest-quality tradition and state-of-the-art precision technology can complement each other perfectly.”
Introducing the Anniversary Models
Merlin NEO with TA-500 NEO Tonearm Package
The Merlin NEO combines ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE’s classic design language with the latest advances in mechanical engineering. Featuring an optimized drive system and fully digital motor control, the turntable delivers exceptional speed stability, low noise performance, and a deeply engaging listening experience.
Packaged with the acclaimed TA-500 NEO tonearm, the Merlin NEO is designed for discerning vinyl enthusiasts seeking premium analog performance and timeless aesthetics in an accessible high-end package.
Retail Price: TBA
Thirty NEO
As the technological flagship of the anniversary lineup, the Thirty NEO embodies the pinnacle of ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE’s engineering expertise. The turntable features a completely redesigned multi-motor drive system, an innovative resonance-free chassis architecture, and the latest generation of internal control electronics.
The result is extraordinary dynamics, exceptional spatial presentation, and remarkable retrieval of musical detail, setting a new reference point for high-end analog playback.
Retail Price: TBA
Continuing the Vinyl Revolution
Both anniversary models will be available through authorized ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE dealers beginning June 4, 2026. With the launch of the Merlin NEO and Thirty NEO, the company not only celebrates three decades of achievement but also reinforces its position as a global leader in the high-end analog audio market.
As vinyl continues to enjoy strong growth among music enthusiasts worldwide, ACOUSTIC SIGNATURE remains focused on delivering innovative products that combine precision engineering, artisanal craftsmanship, and an unwavering passion for music reproduction.