GSH-801 EDMUND: A Turntable for the Most Discerning Listener
The GSH-801 Edmund is a premium turntable that represents the pinnacle of Unitra's craftsmanship. With its state-of-the-art technology, meticulous design, and advanced features, the Edmund delivers an unparalleled vinyl experience, making it the ultimate choice for audiophiles seeking sonic perfection.
Precision Engineering with Unitra NB1 Direct Drive
The Unitra NB1 direct drive system is at the heart of the GSH-801 Edmund, ensuring flawless performance with exceptional speed stability. Its air-core brushless DC motor is designed to minimize wow and flutter (0.08%), providing smooth and accurate playback. This motor, coupled with a digital RPM control, offers consistent speed precision whether you’re playing records at 33⅓ or 45 RPM. The NB1 drive guarantees a quiet, maintenance-free experience, setting a new standard in vinyl reproduction.
Unitra R10 Tonearm: High-Precision Tracking
At the forefront of the Edmund's sound quality is the Unitra R10 tonearm, a highly engineered J-type arm made from 6082 alloy aluminum, known for its mechanical strength and low resonance. It’s built on the legacy of Unitra’s Adam tonearm but refined for higher performance. Supported by high-grade Japanese NSK bearings, the R10 arm tracks records with precise stability, reducing distortion and allowing for greater sound clarity. The arm's effective mass (18.5 - 22 g) ensures compatibility with a variety of cartridges while maintaining superior tracking accuracy.
Elegant Design Meets Functional Mastery
The Edmund turntable pairs cutting-edge audio performance with timeless aesthetics. Its milled MDF plinth, veneered in rich wood finishes such as American walnut or light ash, not only exudes a classic appeal but also provides substantial vibration damping. This solid construction ensures that external disturbances are minimized, delivering cleaner sound reproduction.
A brushed aluminum top panel complements the veneer, giving the turntable a sleek and modern appearance, while the anodized aluminum platter adds both stability and style, reducing unwanted noise and further enhancing playback quality.
Superior Power Management and Connectivity
The external linear power supply is a standout feature, contributing to the Edmund’s exceptional sound performance by delivering clean, stable power without the interference typically associated with internal power sources. It also includes a DIN connector for direct, low-loss signal transmission from the cartridge, ensuring that every nuance of the vinyl is faithfully reproduced.
Comprehensive Platter and Plinth Design
The platter, crafted from anodized aluminum, provides a balanced surface for vinyl playback, contributing to the low wow and flutter levels. Its weight and material choice have been optimized for performance, ensuring smooth, even rotation.
The plinth, which forms the foundation of the Edmund, is both visually stunning and functionally effective. Made from milled MDF and veneered in various finishes, it ensures effective vibration control, isolating the sensitive playback components from environmental vibrations.
Thoughtfully Designed Dust Cover and Hinges
The GSH-801 Edmund comes equipped with a thick dust cover to shield your turntable from dust and external disturbances. The cover's heavy-duty metal hinges allow for effortless locking in various positions, providing flexibility in use and ensuring that no surface noise interferes with playback.
Cartridge Excellence with Ortofon 2M Black
To round off its superb features, the Edmund comes pre-fitted with the renowned Ortofon 2M Black cartridge, known for its detailed and dynamic sound reproduction. This ensures the highest level of fidelity, extracting every detail from your vinyl collection with precision.
The GSH-801 Edmund is an exquisite combination of advanced technology and refined craftsmanship, offering audiophiles a turntable that not only looks and feels premium but also delivers a profound listening experience.
