air force v premium

The Air Force V Premium has been developed to deliver another dimension in analog sound, and at the same time be accessible to more analog enthusiasts. The chassis is as compact in size as the Air Force III Premium, and by elaborately reducing motor vibration it achieves a successful integration of the motor in the plinth. The result is an even more compact turntable without a separate motor unit that can be fitted with up to four tonearms.

The 2-phase 4-pole AC synchronous motor offers almost the same level of performance as the upper models and is integrated into the main unit with an anti-vibration mechanism optimally designed. The polished drive belt of polyurethane rubber helps achieve a high signal to noise ratio. Furthermore, the chassis with the built-in motor sits on four feet which are based on the air damping approach used successfully in the Air Force III.

Instead of an assembled chassis consisting of aluminum panels as in the original Air Force V, the new Air Force V Premium employs a massive chassis CNC machined from solid aluminum alloy. This results in a significantly improved dynamic range delivered with the much heavier weight chassis.

It employs a sub-platter system consisting of an inner-sub and an outer platter both precision machined from solid aluminum alloy A5056. With a total weight of 7kg (15.5 lbs) it gives sufficient inertia for smooth and stable rotation.

The outer platter surface is black anodized with a gloss hairline finish, and matches well with the silver aluminum plinth. It features a tapered spindle to absorb any swaying of an off center LP and a very thin pad of anti-vibration material applied on top to protect records.

The power supply unit contains the power supply circuits for the motor, the air pump and the air condenser. These control floating and suction functions with our special air control mechanism.