Iconic turntable manufacturer Michell has announced two new turntables, signalling the brand’s new direction.
At the heart of both is an approach based more around controlling unwanted energy entering its replay chain, as opposed to attempting to stop it.
As the more sophisticated of the two, the new Gyro replaces all current Gyrodec models with a package that while based on the outgoing range’s DNA, is new from the ground up and represents the most significant overhaul of the model in decades.
Improvements include a new solid alloy sub-chassis and 19mm aerospace grade aluminium chassis (replacing the cast aluminium variant in the discontinued model) that’s packed with precision fitted weights and damping foam for improved vibration control alongside an uprated main bearing with increased lubrication channels.
It’s suspension has also been finessed, meaning gone is its jelly like bounce recovery thanks to improved vertical and lateral control. Add to this a new slick looking external PSU that more closely mirrors the brand’s recently launched Apollo phono stage, with electronic speed control plus clamp and unicover and it makes for a convincing package.
Priced at £5,995 sans arm in silver or black, see the full raft of updates on Michell’s website.
As the cheaper of the two at £3,995 (without arm or cartridge), the Revolv is an all new non-suspended high-mass model that combines the footprint of the brand’s Tecnodec with elements of the Gryo including uprated bespoke Sorbothane packed feet, weighted platter and external PSU.
It’s solid inert chassis is formed from 19mm aerospace-grade aluminium that’s machined from a single block while its inverted bearing is also based on the Gyro’s with a mono helix groove to circulate oil to its thrust point and bearing walls for consistent low friction rotation.
Also packing a clamp and unicover as standard, the Revolv bridges the gap between the entry level Tecnodec and new Gryo while looking and sounding (yes, we’ve heard it) 110% Michell.
