{"product_id":"transrotor-dark-star-turntable","title":"Transrotor Dark Star Turntable","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eDARK STAR - price is for the Base Turntable DECK + power supply. You must choose a power supply for the turntable to operate. Add a tonearm and\/or phono cartridge for complete system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eTransrotor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e Dark Star is a high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eend, belt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003edrive, unsuspended turntable that combines mass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eloading with advanced damping to deliver quiet, highly stable vinyl playback for serious audiophiles. Its matte\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eblack architecture and modular upgrade path position it as both a sonic performer and a visually understated centerpiece in a premium system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eDesign and build\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eThe Dark Star uses a thick POM (polyoxymethylene\/Delrin) chassis and platter, chosen for high internal damping and resistance to resonance, giving the deck a characteristically low\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003enoise mechanical background. The open, suspension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eless layout keeps the structure simple and rigid while three adjustable feet make precise leveling straightforward even on less\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003ethan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eideal racks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003ePlatter, bearing, and drive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eA massive POM platter, supported by an oversized bearing with a hardened steel shaft and ceramic ball running in a brass housing, is engineered to minimize rumble and rotational noise. The belt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003edrive system uses an outboard, fully decoupled synchronous AC motor, reducing vibration transfer to the chassis and allowing stable 33\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf2\"\u003e⅓ and 45 rpm operation via an external power supply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf2\"\u003ePower supply and upgrade path\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf2\"\u003eIn its standard configuration the Dark Star is supplied with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf2\"\u003eKonstant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf2\"\u003eEins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf2\"\u003e power supply, which can later be upgraded to higher\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003espec \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eKonstant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e units for even finer speed control and lower noise. The deck can also be expanded to full Dark Star Reference status by adding a second base, giving owners a clear, planned upgrade ladder without replacing the core turntable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eTonearm and configuration options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eThe Dark Star is typically offered with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eRega\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e RB330 tonearm but is compatible with various \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eTransrotor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e and other arms via interchangeable arm boards, making cartridge and arm matching flexible for different systems and tastes. It can be purchased from us either as a bare deck for custom arm\/cartridge choices or as complete packages that include arm, cartridge, and matched power supply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eAesthetics and system role\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eWith its all\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003ematte black surfaces and compact footprint, the Dark Star has a stealthy, modern look that integrates easily into both minimalist and high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003edesign listening rooms. In a high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eresolution system it is aimed at listeners who value neutrality, low mechanical noise, and upgrade flexibility over showy industrial design or over\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003ecomplex suspension schemes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eOur \"dark star\" - an aesthetic and audiophile powerhouse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eThe name sounds a bit like something out of a Star Wars movie. Which was a deliberate choice. This is where our founder Jochen \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eRäke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e first became friends with the material POM - polyoxymethylene. This plastic determines the entire construction, from the chassis to the motor to the turntable. The platter is an impressive six centimeters thick and comes with a precisely fitting weight, also made of POM. The result is an audiophile appearance that is as cohesive as it is aesthetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Transrotor","offers":[{"title":"Konstant EINS \"One\"","offer_id":45593057067148,"sku":null,"price":6390.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Konstant Studio","offer_id":45593057099916,"sku":null,"price":6690.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Konstant M-1 Reference","offer_id":45593057132684,"sku":null,"price":7290.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Konstant FMD","offer_id":45593057165452,"sku":null,"price":9190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/3308\/9164\/files\/transrotordarkstar2.jpg?v=1770156016","url":"https:\/\/www.ttvjaudio.com\/products\/transrotor-dark-star-turntable","provider":"TTVJ Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}