Product Description
New Horizon 203 Matt Black Turntable
Elegance and power. Modern Turntable Design The New Horizon innovates the classic design and combines it with high-quality finishes and reliable construction, with attention to detail.
The synergy of the common elements that make up the 201, 202 and 203 means that even the smallest details emerge from the vinyl grooves with the grace and sweetness that only large analogue systems can deliver.
The plate is made of 20mm thick transparent methacrylate and weighs almost 2kg. This greatly increases inertia and rotational fluidity for the benefit of music playback dynamics.
Combined with the new New Horizon NH95 9″ tone arm, fully adjustable, it improves detail and clarity in listening. A wonderful project that has engaged us in the search for features of absolute perfection to extract the soul from our favorite records.
Attention to detail defines the greatness of the New Horizon turntable: the plinths rest on technical feet, in three pieces, damping and adjustable in height.
3 plinths for the 3 main components of the turntable: motor, bearings and armature each on its own stand. The harmony of the forms and the refinement of the design are enhanced by the generosity of the dimensions. A treat for the eyes, the mind and the heart.
Triple plinth HD
The 203 can be identified as a rigid base turntable, but technically it is not. The three plinths are formally united into a single body, but physically disconnected from each other by a layer of insulating, anti-vibration material. Each plinth holds one of the main pieces of the turntable ensuring stability in mounting as well as maximum shock resistance. We also chose in 203 HDF, wood pulp compressed with artificial resins. This material is extremely regular and heavy: its isomorphic composition works much more efficiently than solid wood.
AC synchronous motor
The beating heart of the turntable is the compact 24 VAC synchronous motor whose main feature is its extremely regular rotation, regardless of mains voltage fluctuations, since its speed depends on the mains frequency. The high torque and rotation speed of 500 rpm. they actively contribute to the regularity and fluidity of the plate rotation.
Mechanical suspension
203 is a set of mechanical parts in action. The biggest internal source of noise and vibration is the motor which must be isolated as much as possible from all other parts of the turntable. Engine isolation on New Horizon turntables is done by an exclusive mechanical suspension system. By means of precision steel springs, calibrated to the suspended weight of the motor and pulley, the transmission of vibration to the plinth is effectively blocked.
Belt drive
The transmission of the movement to the plate is achieved with a special silicone rubber belt. The choice of this material ensures the best energy transfer and excellent isolation from the vibrations produced by the engine during operation.
Inverted bearing
One of the strengths of the New Horizon turntables is the turntable rotation. The perfection of the movement is the result of a precise project and many prototypes. Today the part in production has a robust inverted bearing structure of three pieces of aluminum and steel that guarantee maximum "silence" and very low rotational friction.
NH95 New Horizon Arm
The plinth houses the brand new 9″ NH95 straight arm. The movement of this jewel of mechanics is based on four high-precision radial bearings. The tube is a sandwich of nylon and aluminum that has been machined to break the resonances and erase the section dedicated to the counterweight. In addition to the truly progressive proprietary anti-skating, it offers all possible micro-adjustments to fully utilize the characteristics of any cartridge from azimuth to vertical barrel alignment (VTA). The selection of accessories is completed with the necessary tools for its adjustment and a handy bar.
Methacrylate plate
Appearance is extremely important: the 203 features a 20mm thick laser cut plate, precision machined from methacrylate crystal. This material with a high specific gravity combines the excellent ability to disperse the kinetic energy of vibrations, with the elegance of a perfect transparency.
Output on RCA terminals
New Horizon turntables connect in the best way to all your electronics. An excellent plate of insulating material houses the gold-plated RCA output terminals and the separate ground connector.
Legs 5030RD
New Horizon 5030RD feet enhance the sonic characteristics of any hifi device by providing better vibration and resonance isolation.
They are made of Delrin®, steel, low-density natural rubber and HQR (Hard Quiet Rubber) compound, cleaning the system of false vibrations, noticeably improving the sound stage, detail and three-dimensional image.
Characteristics:
Turntable System: Triple Rigid/Disconnected Plinths
Tonearm: 9″ NH 95 tonearm
Cartridge: Audio Technica AT-91R/VM-520EB/VM-540ML
Drive system: External silicone drive belt
Motor: Modern AC
Disconnection: Motor by Springs, Arm by Plynth, Bearing by Plynth
Speed: 33 1/3, 45 rpm
Gear Selection: Mechanical
Platter: 20mm / 1.7kg Crystal Methacrylate, Engineering
Anti-skating: Real progressive system
Size (WxDxH): 450 x 365 x 145 mm
Weight (Shipping): 11 (12.5) kg
Finish: Matt Black or White coating
Included accessories:
RCA Interconnection Cables
Laptop wired 24VAC / 500mA power supply
Methacrylate Dust Cover
Owner Manual
Cartridge Reference Template
Anti-Skating Weight
Arm's Balancing Weight
NH Sling Bar
2 x Hexagon Wrench