Clearaudio Compass, turntable

INFORMACIJA

The Clearaudio Compass is a German-made, ready-to-play high-end turntable that combines precision mechanics, resonance-resistant construction and minimalist design. It integrates a new The combination of the T1 tonearm and the specially designed N1 MM cartridge ensures a very precise, clear and musically rich turntable sound. The stable motor, acrylic platter and steel base guarantee quiet operation and exceptional accuracy, and the entire unit is delivered fully tuned - just unpack and enjoy the music.

Speeds: 33 ⅓ and 45 rpm.
Disc: 20mm acrylic with CNC aluminum sub-disc
Tonearm: New T1 aluminum
Head : N1 MM, output voltage ~3.3 mV, elliptical needle

DESCRIPTION

Experience high-end sound like never before with Clearaudio's Compass turntable. This ready-to-play system distills the essence of analog sound reproduction, delivering uncompromising quality for a truly immersive experience. Focused on the essentials, our expertise has crafted a precision bearing, meticulous platter, and specially developed tonearm and cartridge. Handmade in Germany, the Compass combines purist design with technical sophistication, ensuring a sound that exceeds expectations.

High-End Sound, Compact Thinking

Clearaudio opens the door to genuine high-end technology with the ready-to-play Compass turntable: compact, uncompromising, and accessible. The result of over two years of development, the Compass distills the full fascination of analog sound reproduction into a singular experience, for everyone who wants not just to listen to music, but to truly feel it.

Focus on the Essentials

To make high-quality vinyl enjoyment possible in this price segment, we concentrated our expertise on the elements that matter most to sound quality. At its heart lies a precision bearing combined with a meticulously crafted platter and sub-platter system. Added to this are the new T1 tonearm – a compact version of our proven Satisfy tonearm – and the specially developed N1 MM cartridge. Together, they create a sound experience that far exceeds the expectations for compact-class systems.

Where Sound Meets Craftsmanship

Every acoustically relevant component, from tonearm and cartridge to bearing, is manufactured with utmost care at our facility in Erlangen. Precisely machined parts, selected materials, and a design focused on durability embody the Clearaudio signature quality: handmade in Germany.

Perfectly Minimalist Design

The Compass impresses not only with its sound but also with its clear design language. Available in black or silver, its look blends purist elegance with technical sophistication. A solid steel plate on the underside ensures stability and supports low-resonance performance. A high-quality acrylic dust cover with stainless steel hinges protects the turntable without disrupting the design.

Unbox, Set Up, Turn Up

The Clearaudio Compass is delivered fully assembled and ready to play, allowing direct entry into the world of high-fidelity music enjoyment. A user-friendly toggle switch on the underside of the unit selects the desired speed, while the precisely engineered tonearm is gently lowered using a turned aluminum lever. Height-adjustable feet with integrated decoupling ensure optimal smoothness of operation.

TECHNICAL DATA

Turntable
Construction details: Resonance-optimized turntable, Turntable chassis comprises medium-density wood fiber (silver / black), Steel bottom plate for additional weight, Including decoupling elements
Speed ​​options: 33 ⅓, 45, U/min
Drive unit: Decoupled and resonance damped 12V DC motor, Flat belt-drive, Plug-in power supply unit, designed for worldwide use with all networks and power frequencies
Bearing: Polished and tempered steel spindle in a sintered bronze bushing, running on a Teflon thrust-pad.
Platter: 20mm /0.787 inches main platter, made out of acrylic with excellent dimensional stability / precision CNC machined aluminum sub-platter.
Speed ​​accuracy (measured): +/- 0.05%
Power consumption: Max. consumption: 4 watts; Consumption in operation: 1.95 watts; Standby: 0.74 watts; Off mode: 0.0 watts (switched off at the bottom)
Total weight: Approx. 8kg (incl. tonearm and cartridge)
Dimensions (W/D/H): Approx. 17.13 x 13.39 x 4.72 inches (incl. Dustcover); Approx. 435 x 340 x 120mm (incl. dustcover)
Tonearm "T1"
Construction details: Radial tonearm with external anti-skating counterweight
Material: Aluminum (black/silver), Counterweight: stainless steel
Cartridge balance range: 2.5g - 17.0g
Overhang: 17.12mm
Total length: 305.00mm
Effective length: 239.12mm
Mounting distance (tonearm pivot to spindle): 222.00mm
Offset angle: 24.02°
Wiring: 1.1m Clearaudio Direct Wire PLUS terminated with RCA
Weight: Approx. 390g (incl. counterweight)
Cartridge "N1"
Total mass: 12.6g (± 0.2g)
Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz
Output voltage (1kHz, 5cm/s): ~ 3.3mV
Channel separation (1kHz): 20dB
Channel balance (1kHz): 2dB
Tracking ability: 80μm
Recommended tracking force: 2.2g (± 0.3g)
Coil impedance (1kHz): 0.66kΩ
Coil inductance: 400mH
Load resistance: 47kΩ
Load capacitance: 100pF
Cantilever / stylus shape: Aluminum / elliptical
Compliance: 15μ/mN
Cartridge body: Aluminum