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Gold Note pianosa
Pianosa’s philosophy reflects the entire range of Gold Note turntables: innovative shapes and materials of the highest quality in service of the best sound experience. The lower plinth, whose shape is inspired by the catenary curve, is available in walnut wood or black lacquered MDF and is handmade by the best Italian craftsmen: every single piece is carefully selected and carefully worked in a crucial working process thanks to which the “heart” of each turntable takes shape. The upper plinth is produced in black lacquered MDF, 20 mm thick and reinforced by a 3 mm stainless steel plate, which guarantees its rigidity. The result is an audio performance that exceeds all expectations.
The 12V synchronous motor control system and materials chosen for Pianosa are directly derived from the top-of-the-line Gold Note models. The result is a device that eliminates vibrations while reproducing the smallest details and excellent dynamic response. Pianosa features a high-precision pivot system with very low tolerance to minimize friction during operation. The tempered steel platter spindle perfectly mates with the chrome steel ball bearing, achieving perfect rotation fluidity and low noise.
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Professional Reviews 81/100
Nicely Roasted
Sound Quality
79/100
Build Quality
82/100
Features Usability
85/100
Value for Money
85/100
The Gold Note Pianosa pairs surprisingly agile dynamics with an inviting, forgiving tonal balance, drawing out the more attractive textures in recordings without sacrificing rhythmic energy. Equipped with the B-5.1 tonearm, electronic speed selection and fine pitch control, this substantial Italian belt-drive deck is a polished premium package. Audiophilepure found it especially compelling with classical and jazz.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Handles demanding dynamic swings surprisingly well.
Presents recordings with an inviting, pleasant character that particularly suits classical and jazz.
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Cons
Its forgiving presentation may understate the intended bleakness and raw severity of aggressively angular recordings.
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 79/100
The available listening report finds the Pianosa capable of surprisingly strong dynamic expression, but characterises its presentation as inclined toward the pleasant and attractive rather than the full bleakness and intensity required by some demanding material. Published specifications indicate electronic speed control and a supplied B-5.1 arm, though the review offers little direct assessment of pitch consistency, arm behaviour or background noise.
Overall Sound
78/100
Audiophilepure found that the Pianosa handled the demanding dynamic swings in The Fall's music surprisingly well. The reviewer also felt it sought out the recording's nicer, happier aspects and could not fully convey its intended bleakness, suggesting a distinctly forgiving tonal perspective.
Speed Stability
81/100
The Pianosa provides electronic 33⅓/45rpm switching with fine pitch control, and Gold Note specifies speed accuracy of ±0.1% and 0.1% wow and flutter. The available review does not directly discuss pitch steadiness, sustained notes or speed drift in listening.
Tonearm Performance
80/100
This version includes Gold Note's B-5.1 tonearm, rather than leaving arm selection to the buyer. The available review does not assess its bearings, tracking, adjustment range or cartridge matching, and reports no arm-related problem.
Noise Isolation
79/100
Gold Note specifies -77dB rumble, a damped Poly-Vinyl platter and a belt-driven motor arrangement intended to keep mechanical effects in check. The available listening report does not directly address motor noise, rumble, feedback resistance or footfall sensitivity.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
82/100
The 13.5kg Pianosa uses a 23mm damped platter, split-spindle clamping system, synchronous motor and chromed-steel ball bearing, indicating a thoughtfully specified platform. Reviewers provide little direct commentary on fit and finish, bearing refinement or long-term durability.
Features Usability
85/100
Electronic speed selection with fine pitch adjustment is more convenient than manual belt repositioning, while the hinged dust cover and supplied B-5.1 arm make it a complete package. It remains a focused audiophile deck without built-in phono amplification, USB connectivity or automatic operation.
Value for Money
85/100
At roughly $3,000-$4,495, the Pianosa competes with established premium belt-drive packages that include a capable arm and electronic speed control. None of the available reviews directly compares its asking price with rivals or makes a clear value judgement.
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