Sequel Turntable
Best high-end turntable for audiophiles seeking precise, natural sound reproduction.
Experience the pinnacle of vinyl playback with the AVIDHIFI Sequel Turntable. Engineered to deliver crisp clarity and outstanding solidity, this turntable inherits key technologies from the iconic Acutus model for a focused immediacy balanced with delicate finesse. It offers a convincing and natural timbre across the entire frequency range, maintaining excellent rhythm and bass response. The Sequel represents a sophisticated blend of decoupled construction and mass-loading principles, providing advanced performance for discerning listeners. This model is now discontinued.
$15999.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
98
/ 631
#98 in Turntables & Record Players
Price vs Category Average
+268%
Above average
Drive System
Twin Belt Drive
/ Twin Belt Drive
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking a pristine, interference-free soundstage
- Collectors prioritizing long-term durability and mechanical precision
- Listeners demanding perfect pitch and rhythmic accuracy
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers exploring entry-level or mid-range gear
- Novice users intimidated by complex calibration and alignment
- Apartment dwellers with limited shelf or rack space
Performance breakdown
Sonic Clarity
Acutus-derived engineering delivers breathtaking detail and focused musical immediacy.
Bass Authority
The heavy aluminium platter ensures deep, controlled, and punchy low-end response.
Build Integrity
Sophisticated decoupled construction provides a rock-solid foundation for vibration-free playback.
Speed Stability
DSP-controlled power supply maintains perfect pitch through the twin belt drive.
Bearing Precision
Sapphire thrust point engineering minimizes friction for a whisper-quiet noise floor.
System Versatility
Flexible chassis design allows for custom single or twin tonearm configurations.
Key Specs
Drive System
Twin Belt Drive
Platter Material
Aluminium
Platter Mass
6.7KG
Bearing
Inverted Stainless Steel with Tungsten Carbide/Sapphire Thrust Point
Suspension
3 Point Spring
Motor
24V 140mNm AC Synchronous
Power Supply
DSP Vari-Speed Control Unit
Net Weight
12.6KG (excluding PSU)
Features
- High-end performance from Acutus technology
- Enhanced power supply and motor
- Minimalist yet elegant design
- Spacious sound with full-range quality
- Excellent rhythm and bass response
- Unique sapphire bearing engineering
- Customizable for single or twin tonearms
- Precise sound reproduction
What customers say
Owners consistently praise the Sequel Turntable for its exceptional build quality and precision engineering. The design is described as elegantly robust, offering a remarkably stable platform for vinyl playback. This results in sonic clarity and depth, confirming that this high end component delivers performance and reliability. It is viewed as a serious, long term centerpiece for dedicated audiophiles, justifying the investment for its enduring value.
Know before you buy
The Sequel utilizes an inverted stainless steel bearing featuring a tungsten carbide and sapphire thrust point. This high-precision engineering minimizes friction and mechanical noise, ensuring a stable, smooth rotation for accurate playback.
Yes, the Sequel is designed to be customizable and can be configured to support either a single or twin tonearm setup, offering flexibility for users who want to experiment with different cartridges or playback styles.
The 3-point spring suspension system is designed to decouple the turntable from external vibrations and surface resonance. This isolation allows the stylus to track grooves more accurately, resulting in a cleaner, more spacious soundstage.
The DSP Vari-Speed control unit provides precise regulation of the 24V AC synchronous motor. By ensuring consistent platter speed, it maintains pitch stability and improves the overall rhythm and timing of your music.
The Sequel inherits core engineering principles from the flagship Acutus, including its mass-loading approach and motor technology. While it is a distinct model, it captures much of the Acutus's signature clarity and dynamic range in a more compact form factor.
Yes, the high mass of the platter acts as a flywheel, which helps maintain constant rotational speed and reduces wow and flutter. This weight contributes to the turntable's excellent bass response and solid, authoritative sound reproduction.
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