
BRAND: CLEARAUDIO
SERIES: Celebrity “Al Di Meola” Edition
TYPE: Turntable
With the Celebrity Series, Clearaudio pays tribute to the greatest artists of our time, celebrating their profound influence on music and sound. The inaugural edition honors Al Di Meola, a virtuoso jazz guitarist whose groundbreaking fusion of jazz, rock, and world music has captivated audiences for decades. A Grammy Award winner and a master of complex rhythms and lyrical melodies, Di Meola’s artistry has left an indelible mark on the world of guitar and music. This extraordinary turntable reflects his legacy, merging exquisite craftsmanship, precision engineering, and an unrelenting passion for both music and vinyl, ensuring that every note and nuance is experienced in its purest form.
At the heart of the Celebrity Series is the Al Di Meola Edition, a turntable that embodies the spirit and artistry of its namesake. Designed in close collaboration with the legendary guitarist, this model features a high-density wood fiber chassis sculpted in the shape of an electric guitar—a striking tribute to Di Meola’s iconic instrument. Every detail, from its flawless craftsmanship to its state-of-the-art technology, reflects his dedication to perfection. This edition is more than a turntable; it is a fusion of musical heritage and engineering mastery, offering an unparalleled listening experience for audiophiles and collectors alike.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Construction Details
- Resonance-optimised turntable.
- Upper layer made of special satined plastic and platen veneer.
- Chassis comprises medium-density wood fibre.
- Bottom plate made of machining steel.
- Height-adjustable turntable feets.
Speed ranges
33 ⅓, 45 rpm
Drive unit
- Decoupled and resonance damped 12V DC motor.
- Flat belt-drive
- Plug-in power supply unit, designed for worldwide use with all networks and power frequencies.
- “IMS light – Innovative Motor Suspension”
(Suspension design of the motor using O-rings) - “TSC” Tacho Speed Control (speed monitoring)
Automatic compensation of friction and temperature changes on platter bearings and belts
Bearing
Polished and tempered steel spindle in a sintered bronze bushing, running on a teflon thrust-pad.
Platter
30mm / 1.18 inch main platter, made out of synthetic material with high-density and excellent dimension / precision CNC machined aluminium sub-platter.
Speed accuracy (measured)
± 0.05 %
Power consumption
Max. consumption: 2.75 watts
Consumption in operation: 1.04 watts
Standby: 0.5 watts
Off mode: 0.0 watts (switched off at the rear)
Total weight
Approx. 10kg (incl. tonearm and cartridge)
Dimensions (W/D/H in mm)
Approx. 460 × 360 × 140 mm (with tonearm)