Elevate into the realm of live music encounters through the RG-1 Reference Groove turntable, Vertere’s pinnacle model and a premier selection in the global high-end turntable arena. The RG-1 Reference Groove epitomizes Vertere’s unparalleled mastery in quality audio engineering, luxury hi-fi systems, and turntables. Unleashed without concessions, each RG-1 element is meticulously tailored and uniquely crafted, leveraging optimal materials and the pinnacle of precision standards. This marks a synthesis of Vertere’s commitment to uncompromised design excellence and an unparalleled auditory journey that mirrors live music immersion.
Finishes:
| Clear | $39,995.00USD |
| Special Metallic Black, Pearlescent White, Champagne | $42,995.00USD |
Features:
- Main Bearing Assembly: Vertere RG-1’s precision bearing ensures smooth, silent platter rotation.
- Turntable Motor: Innovative design ensures constant speed and minimal interference.
- Main Reference Platter: Unique two-piece design creates a non-resonant, damped structure.
- Platter (Underside): Precision-machined for perfect fit and maximum performance.
- Platter Insert: Precision fit to main platter, ensures non-resonant state.
- RG-1 Reference Motor Drive: Advanced design for smooth drive and minimal noise.
- SG-1 Mk III Motor Drive: Enhanced circuitry for accurate speed and powerful control.
- RG-1 Turntable Dust Cover: Optional, aesthetically pleasing cover for dust protection.
- Special Metallic Finishes: Uncompromising alternative finishes for RG-1 after extensive testing.
Specifications:
| Type | Belt drive |
|---|---|
| Motor | 24 Pole Synchronous 6 Point Body Contact Support Spindle Support Acetal Ball Bearing |
| Motor Mount | Acetal Platform – Articulated 2 Ball Race Bearings and Silicone Motor Spring |
| Pulley | Super Precision Aluminium Alloy |
| Drive Belt | Precision Ground Polymer |
| Platter RG-1 | Super Precision Aluminium Alloy Two Part Linear Damped 2mm Bonded Acrylic Record Interface |
| Bearing Spindle RG-1 | Super Precision Tungsten Carbide Roundness / Concentricity and Finish < 1 Micron |
| Bearing Housing RG-1 | Aerospace Grade Phosphor Bronze Clearance < 4 Microns |
| Plinth Structure | Clear Cast Acrylic with optional finishes Special Metallic Black or Metallic Pearlescent White and Metallic Champagne 30mm Thick Top and Bottom Plinths 20mm Thick Sub-plinth and 15mm Mid-plinth |
| Isolation System | 3 Stage Compliant and 2 Stage Rigid 12 Decoupler Sets and 12 Tuned Silicone Ring / Bobbins 3mm Acrylic Disc and Stainless Feet / Hard Rubber / Felt |
| Motor Drive P/S | Precision Crystal Referenced |
| Speeds | 33.3 and 45 rpm (<0.2%) |
| Wow and Flutter | <0.1% |
| Rumble | <-85dB |