AVID Ingenium Turntable Review

[gene]

The AVID Ingenium turntable is a remarkable blend of minimalist design and high-fidelity performance. Priced between $2,000 and $2,700, it features a belt-drive system supporting 33.3 and 45 RPM speeds, a 2.5 kg platter, and an inverted stainless steel bearing with a tungsten carbide/sapphire thrust point. The Ingenium's design includes a cork-and-rubber mat for enhanced isolation, a detached motor to minimize vibrations, and feet made from a composite blend of foam and Sorbothane for exceptional isolation. While it boasts a compact and visually appealing design, some users may find the lack of adjustable isolation feet and manual speed adjustment less convenient. Overall, the Ingenium offers a compelling package for audiophiles seeking quality and aesthetics.

Our review discusses the set up process, the quality of isolation and most importantly how it sounds.

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[Mikado463]

Interesting, but the lack of leveling adj is a MAJOR no-no in my book. Having a three legged design would have made that option very simple. Speed adj hassle is another PIA.

regardless, thanks for the review Gene !

 

[TLS Guy]

The AVID Ingenium turntable is a remarkable blend of minimalist design and high-fidelity performance. Priced between $2,000 and $2,700, it features a belt-drive system supporting 33.3 and 45 RPM speeds, a 2.5 kg platter, and an inverted stainless steel bearing with a tungsten carbide/sapphire thrust point. The Ingenium's design includes a cork-and-rubber mat for enhanced isolation, a detached motor to minimize vibrations, and feet made from a composite blend of foam and Sorbothane for exceptional isolation. While it boasts a compact and visually appealing design, some users may find the lack of adjustable isolation feet and manual speed adjustment less convenient. Overall, the Ingenium offers a compelling package for audiophiles seeking quality and aesthetics.

Our review discusses the set up process, the quality of isolation and most importantly how it sounds.

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Read: Ingenium Turntable Review

Another in a long line of goofy looking modern turntables that are unlikely to perform as well as those from 30 to 60 years ago.

Thorens TD 125 Mk II produced from 1968 to 1975. SME series III arm produced from 1977 to 1986. Shure V15xMR 1996 to 2005. The SME series arms were designed as a perfect match for the Shure V series cartridges.

In think the SME series III and the Shure V15xMR is the best arm cartridge combination ever. The physics is perfect.