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$300,000 Precision Turntables

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Reference II is an Extreme Music Enthusiast's Dream Come True

— April 28, 2013 — Unique
The Reference II is an extreme music enthusiast's dream come true. This is quite possibly the most expensive turntable in the world, with a hefty price tag of $300,000, there are only 25 of these available.

The turntable features a number of one-of-a-kind features that have never been seen before. This is not only the most expensive turntable, but also the highest quality in terms of sound, materials, technology and of course its exclusiveness.

This remarkable turntable features a 20kg platter that has been designed and machined within a hundredth of a millimeter, a motor vibration-shielded by 15 kg of brass and teflon-insulated signal-carring electronics. Some of the other unique features include a cog-free motor that results in extremely low electrical and mechanical noise, a liquid-nitrogen-rectified belt and finally touch controls integrated in the tabletop that have been specially designed.

Although this may seem extremely complicated, it will most definitely deliver the highest quality sound from vinyl.
Trend Themes
1. High-end Turntables - Opportunity to disrupt the luxury audio market by creating high-end turntables with unique features and exceptional sound quality.
2. Exclusivity in Audio Equipment - Innovate and create limited edition audio equipment for extreme music enthusiasts, offering exclusivity and premium craftsmanship.
3. Advanced Turntable Technology - Explore the development of cutting-edge turntable technology, such as cog-free motors and liquid-nitrogen-rectified belts, to enhance audio fidelity and reduce noise.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Audio Gear - Opportunity to cater to the high-end audio market by producing luxury turntables with superior materials, technology, and exclusivity.
2. Collectible Music Equipment - Opportunity to tap into the collectible market by creating limited edition turntables that appeal to passionate music enthusiasts and collectors.
3. Audio Technology - Opportunity to innovate in the audio technology industry by developing advanced turntable components and features for improved sound quality and performance.
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