The Plinth
The plinth is made from two layers of the highest quality birch wood ply, laminated together to form a 40mm plinth.
Each piece is CNC machined to ensure the highest levels of accuracy prior to laminating. The resulting structure is very light but also very stiff.
Once bonded under high pressure the plinth is hand veneered to the customer’s taste. A variety of wood veneers are available, a plain veneer is also available. The plinths are hand finished, then polished with Danish oil and natural beeswax.
Each plinth is held upon three standard isolation cones, various options are available. Standard cones are either black acetyl or aluminium with a hardened tip and are height adjustable for perfect levelling. A Sorbothane option is available.
Currently the standard geometry of the plinth is for Rega fitment but other options are available upon request.
The Platter
Iceni Audio platters are CNC machined from coloured acrylic this material is both stiff and dense, giving the turntable its characteristic sound.
Bonded around the circumference of the platter are 22 CNC machined aluminium discs. Placing the weights at the outer edge has a flywheel effect which aids speed stability and the method of construction helps to prevent resonance within the platter.
Standard colour choice for the coloured acrylic is either black or white, other colours may be available upon request. You can choose a natural-fibre or silicone-rubber mat.
A continuous process of research and development ensures that new technologies and materials are embraced in all our products.
The Arm
The Iceni Audio arm is currently undergoing development.
It has a 10 mm diameter aluminium or titanium arm tube, low friction bearings and a high quality CNC machined counterweight. The internal wiring is of the highest quality.
Currently, all Iceni Audio turntables are compatible with Rega arms.
The Sub-Platter
The main bearing housing is precision machined from a brass alloy. The flange mounting allows for accurate positioning without compressing the plinth. A ceramic ball, contained in the base of the housing supports the shaft of the sub-platter ensuring low friction and a long life.
The sub-platter shaft is precision machined to be a good fit within the bearing housing, ensuring accurate rotation.
Iceni Audio sub-platters are CNC machined aluminium, serving as the drive wheel for the platter to ensure accurate speed and stability.
The Protection
Each Turntable is supplied with a CNC machined 6mm thick acrylic cover, finished with flame edge polishing.
The main body sits upon the platter whilst two standoffs hold the section that protects the arm.
The standoffs can be made from a number of materials to suit your taste and the other colour options.
