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The plinth for the E-Flat incorporates mass into the turntables design and is made using a thick piece of MDF to ensure that any vibrations are absorbed, so that there is no detriment to audio quality during playback. The imposing base for the turntable is positioned on top of large magnetic feet that possess their own bearings and stabilisation system, providing an additional layer of isolation. Both features work together to provide a solid, sturdy base that translates to a smooth, superior performance.
As with other turntables within the E.A.T. portfolio, the diameter of the E-Flat’s platter is oversized compared to those found on most other turntables. A diameter of 33cm was chosen because the moving mass is twice that of a standard 30cm platter, meaning greater levels of stability and tolerance. The E-Flat, like with other models in the range, utilises a layer of melted vinyl on top of the aluminium platter to provide an optimal surface for your records, along with TPE damping on the underside of the platter.
The platter for the E-Flat is driven by a dual motor system that assists in providing consistent speed stability. The two motors do not run in parallel, but act like a virtual 24-pole motor, with the drive belt running between the two, encircling an aluminium sub-platter that provides further anti-resonance properties.
The E-Flat also comes supplied with a low-mass aluminium record clamp to ensure a secure fit of the record during playback and provide you with the best listening experience possible.
Thanks to the continued evolution of carbon fibre, E.A.T. has been able to create an arm with the practical and aesthetic benefits of a flat form. The E-Flat tonearm runs 10” in length and employs a unpivot bearing that is extremely precise and accurately balanced, thanks to components endowed with especially hard metal surfaces. A flat arm tube opens a number of possibilities for the designer as well as the listener.
The E-Flat is offered with a pre-fitted Jo No.5 moving coil cartridge in the box. The Jo No.5 is manufactured using a unique process called Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), which processes thin layers of powder to build the final structure. The Jo No.5 is made with a nude fine-line stylus that will provide you with great precision and detail, that will match the efficiency of the other components used.
If you would prefer, the E-Flat is also available supplied without a cartridge.
Henley Says...
The Key series by E.A.T. is an excellent introduction to the brand and the various principles incorporated into its turntables that make the range so sought after. With meticulous attention to build quality and detail, the Key series is a fantastic source of true musical enjoyment with deluxe aesthetics, providing a sense of reassurance and confidence in its quality.
The E-Flat turntable combines practical technologies with distinctive components to create a completely unique turntable. The focus is its specially crafted tonearm, which utilizes a flat piece of carbon fibre. This lends lightweight properties and rigidity to the deck, ensuring smooth playback and optimal performance. The E-Flat turntable boasts a dual motor system and mass-loaded elements throughout, all contributing to its efficient operation. These features, combined with its sonic performance, deliver a level of quality that exceeds expectations at this price point.
Turntables that pursue idiosyncratic characteristics often fall short when it comes to performance. However, E.A.T. has achieved the opposite, and this is why it has quickly become one of our favourite showpieces.
If you are interested in the E-Flat and would like to know more, or are building a high-end system and would like some advice, reach out to one of our expert team today.
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