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New Horizon
Reference Series model GDS II / NH CER
De GDS II vormt
het paradepaard van New Horizon. Een 25 mm hoge
sokkel voorzien van drie stalen veren
functioneert als subchassis. In deze sokkel is
de motor door middel van vier afgestemde veren
opgehangen. Een tweede 25 mm sokkel herbergt het
omgekeerde messing lager en de vernieuwde en in
eigen beheer gefabriceerde New Horizon 9 inch
NH95 toonarm die is gemaakt van Alumide®. Naast
azimuth en antiskating is ook de vertical
tracking angle (VTA of toonarmhoogte) in te
stellen. De GDS II wordt geleverd inclusief New
Horizons Quartz gestuurde snelheidsregeling (ALE)
en een 24 mm hoge, met twee snaren aangedreven,
draaischijf. De drie instelbare voeten zijn luxe
uitgevoerd en voorzien van een zeer flexibel en
resonantiedempend materiaal (EPDM). De volledig
instelbare toonarm wordt geleverd met twee extra
contragewichten hetgeen toepassing van alle
gangbare elementen mogelijk maakt. Een element
wordt niet bijgeleverd. De GDS II is afgewerkt
in zeer exclusief en kostbaar hoogglans
houtfineer naar keuze. Het fineer is voorzien
van maar liefst zeven handgepolijste
laklagen.
Model GDS II /
NH CER
The GDS II is the evolution of an already
perfect turntable. The floating frame rests on
three springs arranged along the circumference
radiated from the center of gravity and arranged
at 120 seat. This system is enriched with a new
adjustment mechanism even simpler and more
precise. Greater stability is guaranteed by the
new 5030RD adjustable feet, already very
successfully present in the other New Horizon
turntables. Our inverted pivot has shown great
reliability and quietness, in the GDS II becomes
valuable and with even better performance with
the use of brass. But these are only the
novelties that add to the already present
exceptional features of the GDS: double silicone
transmission belt, ceramic bearing, methacrylate
plate calibrated to the lathe and dedicated
external power supply. Such a particular object
also deserves an aesthetic and an exclusive
finish with precious woods, chosen among the
noblest. The surfaces undergo 7 steps of
lacquering to obtain a sumptuous glossy finish.
The GDS II represents the best of our production
and deserves to be combined with the New Horizon
reading arm in ceramic version. Adjustable in
height, azimuth, anti-skating and reading weight
and with movements on zero friction ceramic
bearings. It seemed impossible to overcome each
other but the magic returns to repeat itself
with the GDS II.
HD Double Plinth
GDS series can be identified as a double base
turntable decoupled by a springs system. The
plinths are made of HDF, wood pulp compressed
with artificial resins. This material is
extremely regular and heavy: its isomorphic
composition works much more efficiently than the
solid wood. The two plinths are then covered
with a fine wood veneer and finished with a
thick glossy lacquer that, in addition to the
superb aesthetic appearance, gives an
exceptional rigidity to the two bases.
SDS Spring Decoupling Sysytem
The upper plinth of the GDS is held over the
lower plinth by 3 precision steel springs
arranged to bear the same weight. The new system
with handle and ring nut simplifies the leveling
of the turntable through the micro-adjustment of
the height of the springs and makes the
calibration very stable over time.
Synchronous AC motor
The turntable pulsating heart is the compact
24VAC synchronous motor whose main feature is
its extremely regular rotation, independent from
the variations of the mains voltage, given that
its speed depends on the mains frequency. The
high torque and the rotation speed of 500 rpm
actively contribute to the regularity and
fluidity of the plate rotation.
Mechanical suspension
GDS is a set of mechanical parts in action. The
largest internal source of noise and vibrations
is the motor that must be isolated as much as
possible from all other parts of the turntable.
The engine insulation in New Horizon turntables
is made by an exclusive mechanical suspension
system. Through precision steel springs,
calibrated on the suspended weight of the motor
and the pulley, the oscillation transmission to
the plinth is efficiently blocked.
DBD Double Belt Drive
The transmission of the motion to the plate is
obtained by two special belt in silicone rubber.
The choice of this material ensures the best
energy transfer and an excellent decoupling from
the vibrations produced by the engine during the
operation.
BIB Brass Inverted Bearing
One of the Plus Point in New Horizon turntables
is the plate rotation pivot. The perfection of
the movement is the result of a accurate project
and several prototypes. The GDS II introduces
the use of high-quality brass in the robust
three-piece inverted pivot structure to ensure
maximum “silence” and very low rotation friction.
New Horizon NH95 ceramic Arm
The upper plinth of the GDS II houses the best
version of the excellent 9″ NH95 straight arm in
ceramic version. The movement of this jewel of
mechanics is based on four high precision radial
bearings completely made of ceramic. The tube is
a sandwich of nylon and aluminum worked to break
down the resonances and dampen the section
dedicated to the counterweight. In addition to
the truly progressive proprietary anti-skating,
it offers all the micro-adjustments possible to
take full advantage of the characteristics of
any cartridge from azimuth to vertical tube
alignment (VTA). The choice of accessories is
completed by the tools necessary for its
adjustment also by a handy sling bar.
FLP Full Lathed Platter
The appearance is extremely important: GDS II
hosts a magnificent 25mm thick plate, in Crystal
Methacrylate, first laser cut and then worked on
precision lathe on all sides. This material with
a high specific weight combines the excellent
ability to disperse the vibrations kinetic
energy, to the elegance of a perfect
transparency.
ALE Dedicated Power Supply
The turntable benefits from a digitally
controlled external power supply. Especially
engineered for GDS, ALE uses a proprietary
software which manages the mains energy and
delivers the right voltage at the exact
frequency to the turntable motor. Internal DSP
analyzes the input current and, through a
precision quartz, generates a perfect sine wave
with no electric noise: perfect rotation of the
platter with a lot of benefits at the listening.
RCA Output Terminals
New Horizon turntables are interfaced in the
best way with all your electronics. An excellent
insulating material plate accommodates the
gold-plated RCA output terminals and the
separate earth connector.
Feet 5030RD
The 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 compound (Hard Quiet
Rubber), cleaning the system from spurious
vibrations, noticeably improving the acoustic
scene, detail and three-dimensionality.
Specifications
- Turntable System: Double Elastic Decoupled
Plinths
- Tonearm: 9″ NH95 ceramic arm
- Cartridge: Not provided
- Drive System: Double External Silicone Drive
Belt
- Motor: Synchronous AC
- Decoupling: Motor by Springs, Arm and Pivot by
Plynth
- Speed: 33 1/3, 45 rpm
- Speed Selection: Electronic by External PS
- Platter: 28mm / 2,3kg Full Machined
Methacrylate
- Anti-skating: Real Progressive System
- Size (WxDxH): 450 x 365 x 165 mm
- Weight (Shipping): 13,6 (15) kg
- Finish: Real Wood
Included accessories
- RCA Interconnection Cables
- Dedicated DSP Power Supply
- Methacrylate Dust Cover
- Owner Manual
- Cartridge Reference Template
- Anti-Skating Weight
- Arm’s Balancing Weight
- NH Sling Bar
- 2 x Hexagonal Wrench
- 2 x reference feeler gauge |