Overview
The Mediterraneo X is Gold Note’s crowning achievement in turntable design—an extraordinary blend of Italian artistry and high-end engineering. Designed to celebrate the brand’s 10th anniversary, this flagship turntable takes the iconic Mediterraneo series to new heights, offering an unmatched fusion of form and function. Its striking sculptural design is not just a visual masterpiece but also a meticulously engineered audio device that delivers pristine sound with every rotation.
Key Features
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Advanced Triple-Layer Plinth Construction: The Mediterraneo X features an innovative, catenary-curved plinth design crafted from solid Italian hardwood, reinforced with a stainless steel core and finished with an anodized aluminum top plate. This multi-layered structure enhances rigidity and reduces vibrations, providing the perfect foundation for accurate, high-quality vinyl playback.
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Proprietary Motor Control System: At the core of the Mediterraneo X is a precision 12V synchronous motor, controlled by Gold Note’s exclusive Quadral-Core microcontroller and a high-precision audio-grade converter. This advanced system ensures exceptional speed stability (±0.1%) with ultra-low wow & flutter (<0.1%) and an impressively quiet rumble rating of –82 dB, guaranteeing a pristine listening experience.
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Touchscreen Control Interface: The sleek color touchscreen interface allows users to effortlessly adjust speed, torque, and even track stylus usage over time, making it easy to fine-tune the performance of the turntable and protect your valuable cartridge. All settings are stored in memory for a seamless playback experience every time you power up.
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High-Mass Platter: The turntable’s 7kg platter is crafted from a composite of solid aluminum and high-density POM (Polyoxymethylene), ensuring exceptional rotational inertia and resonance control. It is mounted on a split spindle supported by a ceramic ball bearing for smooth, frictionless movement, providing stability for the finest playback.
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Gold Note B-7 Ceramic Tonearm: The Mediterraneo X is paired with the B-7 Ceramic tonearm, a 9-inch masterpiece made of titanium. It features full adjustability for VTA (Vertical Tracking Angle) and azimuth, ensuring precise alignment. Internally wired with high-purity conductors, this tonearm works in perfect harmony with the platter to deliver a transparent, uncolored signal.
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Premium Aesthetic & Construction: Every detail is designed with both performance and beauty in mind. The vibration-damping aluminum feet provide a stable platform, while the smoked acrylic dust cover mounted on precision hinges adds an elegant touch. Gold-plated RCA connectors ensure the highest quality signal transmission, and a high-quality phono cable is included for easy integration into your high-end audio system.
Sound Quality
The Mediterraneo X offers unparalleled sound performance, thanks to its combination of cutting-edge engineering and high-quality materials. With its stable motor control, heavy platter, and precision tonearm, the turntable delivers exceptional speed accuracy, tonal clarity, and low distortion. Whether you’re listening to delicate acoustic tracks or powerful orchestral pieces, the Mediterraneo X faithfully reproduces every nuance of the music. The synergy between the advanced motor system, high-mass platter, and audiophile-grade tonearm ensures a dynamic, transparent, and immersive soundstage—truly elevating your vinyl experience.
Why It Stands Out
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Architectural Design: The catenary hardwood plinth strikes the perfect balance between visual elegance and structural performance, giving the Mediterraneo X its distinct, sculptural aesthetic.
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Precision Performance: Gold Note’s advanced motor control and heavy platter design ensure exceptional speed stability, precise tonal reproduction, and reduced vibrations—key factors in achieving the highest level of performance.
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Touchscreen Functionality: The color touchscreen offers user-friendly access to adjust critical parameters like speed, torque, and stylus tracking, making it simple to optimize the turntable for your needs.
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Audiophile Tonearm: The B-7 Ceramic tonearm, crafted from titanium, offers precise adjustability and impeccable signal delivery, ensuring every groove is tracked with perfect clarity.
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Italian Heritage: A true testament to Gold Note’s Italian craftsmanship, the Mediterraneo X is a high-end turntable that blends breathtaking design with technical brilliance, embodying the passion and dedication of its creators.