Wave Kinetics NVS Reference Turntable - Jonathan Tinn Memorial Edition
Best reference turntable for uncompromising high-end analog enthusiasts.
Experience unparalleled analog audio with this preowned reference turntable. Engineered for the discerning audiophile, it boasts state-of-the-art playback technology, featuring a direct drive system with a high-inertia platter and a laboratory-grade motor for exceptional speed accuracy. Its monolithic construction from solid metal billets and advanced internal damping systems effectively isolate sound from vibrations. This unit includes the latest control panel and software, and comes with a one-year warranty. Buyer must specify armboard configuration.
$19995.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.9
/ 5
Category Rank
2
/ 1051
#2 in Turntables & Record Players
Price vs Category Average
+259%
Above average
Speed Accuracy
11000
/ part per
Who it's for
- Collectors desiring an exclusive, hand-built statement piece
- Audiophiles seeking absolute silence and maximum sonic clarity
- Listeners demanding perfect speed stability and micro-dynamic retrieval
Who should skip it
- Users without a high-performance, matching component ecosystem
- Buyers operating within a modest or mid-range budget
- Owners lacking dedicated space or professional installation resources
Performance breakdown
Speed Stability
Laboratory-grade motor control ensures near-perfect rotational accuracy for every record.
Vibration Isolation
Massive monolithic construction effectively silences external interference for a cleaner signal.
Build Integrity
Solid aluminum billet engineering provides an uncompromising foundation for high-end playback.
User Accessibility
Manual operation and custom armboard requirements demand significant technical expertise.
System Versatility
Lacks integrated components, requiring a dedicated external phono stage and tonearm.
Acoustic Neutrality
Advanced internal damping systems eliminate resonance for a transparent analog experience.
Key Specs
Speed Accuracy
1 part per 1000
Drive System
Direct drive
Body Material
Solid aluminum billet
Platform Material
Milled from a single large aluminum billet with custom viscoelastic dampers
Platter Material
Aluminum / mass loaded polymer
Supported Speeds
33 1/3 RPM and 45 RPM
Warranty
1-year parts and labor (preowned unit)
Built-in Preamp
False
Know before you buy
Because this turntable is designed for high-end audiophile setups, the armboard must be custom-configured to match the specific tonearm you intend to use. You will need to provide your tonearm specifications to ensure a precise fit and proper geometry before the unit is finalized for you.
No, this unit is sold as a precision turntable chassis. You will need to source and install your own tonearm and cartridge separately to complete the playback system.
The direct drive system, paired with a laboratory-grade motor and a high-inertia platter, ensures exceptional speed stability. This minimizes wow and flutter, resulting in a more accurate and consistent sound reproduction compared to belt-driven alternatives.
The NVS Reference utilizes a monolithic construction milled from solid aluminum billets, which provides a massive, stable foundation. This is further enhanced by an advanced internal damping system that absorbs resonance, effectively isolating the playback from environmental vibrations.
Yes, this unit has been updated with the latest control panel and software to ensure it meets current performance standards. It also includes a one-year warranty covering parts and labor for your peace of mind.
No, this is a pure analog turntable without an integrated preamp. You will need to connect it to an external phono stage or an amplifier with a dedicated phono input.
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