WOW & Flutter, so what is it about?
Forty years ago marked a pivotal moment in audio history: the introduction of the CD format. This innovation heralded the end of what many consider
Let your records show their soul with the BennyAudio Turntable
The history of the turntable dates back to the 19th century...
... and although the design or recording standards of vinyl records have changed a lot since then, one thing remains the same - the idea. The turntable is still an analog device, although full of modern solutions.
BennyAudio turntables are user-friendly, simple but uncompromising structures containing advanced solutions and modern materials. We constantly try to match the still unrivaled turntables from the "vinyl era".
We do everything to ensure your vinyl records sound as true as possible, and each record tells its own unique story, even if it plays with scratches and crackles.
Technology
The path from idea to implementation is long and demanding. It involves concept sketches, technical drawings, 3D modelling in CAD tools, prototyping and verification of the final sound quality.
Each of our turntable concepts has gone through this complex path to deliver the finest quality product with a unique design and sound.
Customer feedback is very important to us - it helps us make improvements to future projects.
Products
Odyssey
Immersion II
Immersion
T1
Odyssey
Technical specification
Model: Odyssey
In production: 2023 (prototype), 2024 Official
Dimmensions: 242 (H), 400 (W), 400 (D)
Dimmension with one tonearm: max 230mm + regular W and D
Weight: 59 kg (without tonearm)
Number of tonearms : Up to 3 tonearms (4 mounting points)
Isolation feet: Stainless steel with ceramic insert (8 total)
Tonearm weight: 0,52 kg (14 inch)
Base weigth: 1,5 kg
Length: 9 to 14 inches
Headshell: Carbon Fiber (4,7g), Titanium (14,9g)
Effective weigth (14 inch): 18g (Carbon fiber headshell) – 31g (titanium headshell). Final effective weigth depends on cartridge used
Power supply: ULPS DC power supply
AC input voltage : 110V or 220V (set by switch)
DC output voltage : 12 VDC
DC wire and plug : 2 wire cable, GX16 plug
Rotational speed: 33.3 rpm and 45 rpm
Motor: 1 BLDC, 3 phase, 8 pole 20W
Motor mount: External steel case
Speed guidance system: Continuous open loop feedback
Sensors type: Motor HALL Sensors
Correction cycle: Every 1 rotation(corresponding number of HALL sensor pulses)
Speed Monitoring: HALL Sensor counting VS time
Correction steps: 16 steps set on front panel
Drive belt: 1 VMQ belt , 3mm diameter
Additional features: Soft start (<20 seconds), soft stop, last speed save, auto corrections, 13 back light colors, 6 step dimmer
Wow&Flutter :
IOS RPM App: 0,07% (best run)
SHAKNSPIN MK2: DIN 0,002, WRMS 0,000 (SHAKNSPIN Database)
Upper platter: Delrin, black, 300mm dia 5 kg
Mid platter : Stainless steel, 300m dia 8 kg
Lower platter: Stainless steel, 200mm dia, 4 kg
Main bearings: Hydrodynamic inverted sleeve and ball (aluminium alloy, PEEK sleeve)
Shaft type: 15mm hardened stainless steel
Ball type: YG8 10mm sintered carbide
Lubricant: High viscosity synthetic oil, oil refill from top of the platter
Service interval: 3 years (oil refill)
Service life: lifetime
Retail price: 32900 EUR, additional tonearm 7900 EUR
Introducing the Odyssey – The Apex of Audio Engineering
The BennyAudio Odyssey represents the zenith of our relentless pursuit of audio perfection. More than just a turntable, the Odyssey is the culmination of over seven years of meticulous research, design innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. This model is not only the latest addition to our esteemed lineup but also our most advanced and refined creation yet.
Join the Odyssey
The BennyAudio Odyssey is not just our pride; it’s a journey into the depths of audio brilliance. We welcome you to join us in this journey, to experience firsthand the pinnacle of turntable craftsmanship and the ultimate in sound excellence.
Reviews (prototype):
https://soundrebels.com/bennyaudio-odyssey-english-ver/.
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Immersion II
Model: Immersion II
In production: since 2022
Weight: 30 kg
Dimensions in mm: 200/300/485 (height/depth/width)
Drive: One DC motor
Supply voltage: 12 VDC
Speed control: Automatic every 1 revolution
Speed range: 33 and 45 rpm
Plate: Delrin
Plate weight: 7.5 kg
Bearing: Inverted hydrodynamic
Clamp: Inox
Power supply: ULPS 12 VDC
Available finishes: Matte black structural powder coating, natural lacquered veneer or 3M high quaiity wrap
Retail price: starting from 15900 EUR
Technical specification
The Immersion II model includes changes in the drive and tonearm.
The plinth is thicker than a 10mm MDF board. The attachment of the arm to the plinth and the engine controls have been changed.
The platter and bearing remained unchanged.
The arm has been completely redesigned. It’s still 12.5 inches. The wiring was changed to Albedo silver monocrystalline, Furutech RCA sockets, on-the-fly VTA and optional oil damping were added.
Reviews:
https://www.tnt-audio.com/sorgenti/benny_immersion_t1_e.html
https://www.tnt-audio.com/sorgenti/bennyaudio_tonearm_e.html
https://soundrebels.com/bennyaudio-immersion-ii-english-ver/
Immersion
Technical specification
Model: Immersion
In production: 2020 – 2021.
Weight: 29 kg
Dimensions in mm: 200/300/485 (height/depth/width)
Drive: One DC motor
Supply voltage: 12 VDC
Speed control: Automatic every 3 revolutions
Speed range: 33 and 45 rpm
Plate: Delrin
Plate weight: 7.5 kg
Bearing: Inverted hydrodynamic
Clamp: Inox
Power supply: ULPS 12 VDC
Available finishes: Matte black structural powder coating, natural lacquered veneer or 3M high quality wrap
The Immersion model is a development of the concept of its older brother – the T1 model. In Immersion, several solutions have been simplified without negatively affecting the turntable’s parameters.
Immersion is also visually “slimmer”, although it weighs almost as much as the muscular T1.
Reviews:
https://www.highfidelity.pl/@main-997&lang=en
T1
Technical specification
Model: T1
In production: 2019 – 2019
Weight: 31 kg
Dimensions in mm: 240300/485 (height/depth/width)
Drive: One DC motor
Supply voltage: 12 VDC
Speed control: Automatic every 3 revolutions, photoelectric sensor
Speed range: 33 and 45 rpm
Plate: Delrin
Plate weight: 6.5 kg
Bearing: Inverted hydrodynamic
Clamp: Inox
Power supply: ULPS 12 VDC
Available finishes: Matte black structural powder coating, natural lacquered veneer
The T1 model is BennyAudio’s first commercial turntable. The name comes from the characteristic shape of the plate. Only 3 pieces of this model were made. One of the copies has been continuously used since 2019 by Dr. Bogusław Ziębowicz in his original meetings with vinyl under the Vinylhouse banner. This item, despite intensive use, shows no signs of wear, which proves the solidity of the structure.
POLAND: The exclusive distributor of BennyAudio products in Poland is Premium Sound sp. z o.o.
News
TNT Audio – Review summary
As you know, Benny went through the ‘death road’ in the uncompromising TNT – Audio magazine. The reviewer was Piero Canova – a distinguished engineer,
VTA – what is it and does it matter?
I wanted to measure the impact of the Vertical Tracking Angle (VTA) on sound quality and started by setting up a mini testing lab: Why
