Audiophile direct drive turntable incl. pickup
Magnat MTT 990
The MTT 990 combines rock-solid speed stability with lively drive, realistic timbres and generously layered space. Fidelity Magazine found its quartz direct drive composed under outside disturbance, while the 10-inch arm and swappable headshell make this a highly adaptable vinyl deck with serious upgrade headroom.
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91/100
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Sound Quality
93/100
Build Quality
91/100
Features Usability
90/100
Value for Money
85/100
Pros
Delivers lively, punchy rhythm alongside realistic tone colours and deep spatial presentation.
Quartz-controlled direct drive maintained perfect speed in strobe testing and resisted external disturbance.
The adjustable 10-inch arm and bayonet headshell make VTA setup repeatable and cartridge changes straightforward.
Offers substantial performance potential when paired with higher-grade cartridges.
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What Reviewers Are Saying
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 93/100
The MTT 990 is described as a highly musical and accomplished source, combining drive and punch with realistic tone colours and deep spatial presentation. Its quartz-controlled operation held speed perfectly in the strobe test, while the deck remained unaffected by outside disturbance during listening.
Overall Sound
95/100
Fidelity found the MTT 990 lively, forceful and rhythmically engaging, giving rock the required drive and punch. Classical and jazz were said to be captivating and inspiring through realistic timbres and deep spatiality, and the reviewer summed up its presentation as audiophile qualities pushed considerably further.
Speed Stability
94/100
The quartz-controlled direct drive maintained speed perfectly in the reviewer's stroboscope check. The deck was also reported to run very smoothly, supporting a secure and stable musical presentation.
Tonearm Performance
87/100
The 10-inch arm reduces tracking-angle error, and its Mogami internal wiring is a notable touch at this level. Its height adjustment is clearly marked, repeatable and lockable, while the bayonet headshell makes cartridge changes straightforward; the review offers less direct listening commentary on the arm's tracking performance.
Noise Isolation
93/100
The reviewer found the turntable completely unaffected by external influences in operation. The suspended, shielded transformer and carefully executed drive arrangement were credited with helping it run smoothly and remain composed.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
91/100
Fidelity highlights immaculate metallic paintwork, a neatly arranged control layout and a restrained, timeless design. The practical tonearm-height mechanism, locking lever and easy-fit bayonet headshell suggest thoughtful execution as well as polished finish.
Features Usability
90/100
Electronic quartz-controlled operation supports all three common playback speeds, including 78 rpm. The clearly arranged controls, reproducible VTA adjustment and removable bayonet headshell make setup and cartridge swapping notably convenient for a serious deck.
Value for Money
85/100
The review says the MTT 990 reaches surprisingly far up the high-end ladder, indicating impressive perceived performance. However, no asking price is provided and the review does not directly compare its value against similarly priced rivals.
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Specifications
- Principle
- Quartz-controlled direct drive
- Speeds
- 33 1/3 45 78 rpm
- Wow & flutter
- < 0.08% (33 1/3 rpm)
- Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted)
- > 72 dB
- Torque
- > 2.2 kgf cm
- Signal/noise ratio (unweighted)
- > 65 dB
- Platter diameter
- 305 mm
- Platter weight (net)
- 1.9 kg
- Tonearm length
- 10“
- For cartridges with a dynamic compliance of
- Medium – medium-stiff
- Overhang
- 15.3 mm
- Offset angle
- 21.4 °
- Weight of headshell
- 9 g
- Adjustment range of tracking force
- 0 – 40 mN / 0 – 4.0 g
- Adjustment range of antiscating
- Analogue to tracking force
- VTA (height adjustment)
- 6 mm
- Cabinet surface
- Piano black
- Dimensions (WxHxD)
- Cover closed: 450 x 162 x 367 mm Cover open: 450 x 412 x 412 mm
- Weight
- 11 kg
33/45 RPM
78 RPM
Speed Control
Manufacturer's Description — Magnat
ELECTRONICS > TURNTABLES
A MODERN MASTERPIECE FOR TRUE VINYL ENTHUSIASTS
Rediscover your record collection with the MTT 990, a high-end direct drive turntable for demanding audio purists. Equipped with a quartz-controlled motor, a resonance-optimized MDF chassis and a precise 25.4 cm tonearm, it ensures clear, dynamic reproduction with minimal distortion. Already factory-fitted with the proven Audio-Technica AT 95E pickup and designed for three playback speeds (33 1/3, 45, 78 rpm), the MTT 990 combines timeless analog sound with modern technology.
The quartz-controlled direct drive motor guarantees perfect rotational stability and prevents slippage and long-term wear that can occur with belt drives. With a torque of 2.2 kgf-cm and wow and flutter of less than 0.08%, the MTT 990 delivers powerful dynamics and an absolutely precise speed. This not only ensures impressive sound, but also high reliability and ease of use for many years. Thanks to the three playback speeds, the turntable is suitable for LPs, singles and 78 rpm shellac records.
The 10-inch J-shaped tonearm is made of a specially alloyed aluminum tube, offering high rigidity with minimal resonances. The internal wiring from Mogami (Japan) and carbon steel ball bearings ensure extremely smooth and precise movement.
Thanks to the height-adjustable tonearm base and the SME-compatible headshell, the tonearm is easy to upgrade and compatible with a variety of MM and MC cartridges. The proven Audio-Technica AT 95E, known for its balanced, detailed sound, is already pre-mounted – ready to play straight out of the box.
Built on a solid MDF foundation, the MTT 990's chassis is consistently designed to reduce vibrations and mechanical noise. Height-adjustable, decoupled feet and a floating power transformer additionally isolate the drive from unwanted resonances.
The 30.5 cm platter, made of high-density polymer (POM), has similar properties to vinyl itself, enabling particularly natural, low-distortion reproduction. A felt mat is included, but the platter is also optimized for direct use without a mat. The overall package is rounded off by an elegant piano black finish and a removable dust cover, which is included as standard.
OUR TECHNOLOGIES
PRECISE DIRECT DRIVE SYSTEM – DEVELOPED FOR AUDIOPHILE PERFORMANCE
The Magnat MTT 990 is equipped with a quartz-controlled direct drive system, engineered for the highest precision and reliability. At the heart of the drive is a high-torque motor that ensures stable platter rotation and quick start-up – for audiophile sound quality at all playback speeds.
The MTT 990 is designed for exceptional user-friendliness, offers one-touch operation, and supports speeds of 33 1/3, 45, and 78 RPM. This makes it compatible with a wide range of records – from classic LPs to rare shellac records. Thanks to quartz control, the drive system maintains extremely accurate speed and minimizes wow and flutter, guaranteeing clean, consistent playback.
With a standby power consumption of less than 0.5 watts, the MTT 990 is also energy-efficient. The switchable power supply (115 / 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz) ensures worldwide usability, making it the ideal choice for audiophiles around the globe.
HIGH-PRECISION 10″ J-SHAPED TONEARM FOR OPTIMAL TRACKING BEHAVIOR
The Magnat MTT 990 is equipped with a robust 10-inch J-shaped tonearm made of specially alloyed aluminum, combining high rigidity with low weight. It is ideally designed for cartridges with medium to medium-high dynamic compliance and ensures precise scanning with minimal distortion. The SME-compatible headshell allows for easy cartridge changes or future upgrades.
Durable stainless steel tonearm bearings combined with carbon steel ball bearings ensure silky-smooth, low-friction movement, thus improving sound fidelity. A mechanically decoupled counterweight reduces unwanted vibrations, while the height-adjustable tonearm base allows for precise adjustment for almost any cartridge.
The hydraulically damped tonearm lift prevents abrupt lowering, protecting both the stylus and the record. Inside, the tonearm is wired with high-quality Mogami cables from Japan, ensuring excellent signal transmission. Gold-plated RCA outputs and a separate ground terminal complete the design and ensure a clean, interference-free audio connection.
PRECISION POLYMER PLATTER FOR AUDIOPHILE PERFORMANCE
At the heart of this high-end direct-drive turntable is a heavy, full-size platter, crafted from a precision-machined, high-density special polymer. This high-quality material minimizes vibrations and ensures extremely stable rotation – the basis for true high-fidelity sound.
With its standard diameter of 12 inches (305 mm), the platter is suitable for all record formats – without an adapter. Records can be placed directly on the platter for a pure, unadulterated soundscape, or alternatively with the included felt mat, which further reduces resonances and static charge.
Whether newly discovered classics or current pressings – the platter design of the Magnat MTT 990 unleashes the full sonic potential of your vinyl collection.
SOLID, STYLISH AND RESONANCE-REDUCING
The Magnat MTT 990 turntable is based on a massive MDF (medium-density fiberboard) housing, which ensures excellent stability and effective resonance damping – the ideal basis for superior sound quality. The robust chassis minimizes unwanted vibrations and enables an authentic reproduction of your records.
The high-quality high-gloss finish not only gives the turntable an elegant look, but also protects the housing from scratches. Height-adjustable, decoupled feet reliably isolate the turntable from ambient vibrations and ensure perfect alignment on almost any surface.
For additional comfort and protection, an acrylic dust cover is available, which can be optionally mounted – it keeps the turntable clean without compromising the elegant design.
PERFORMANCE AT A GLANCE
Principle:
Quartz-controlled direct drive
Speeds:
33 1/3, 45, 78 rpm
Wow & Flutter:
< 0.08% (33 1/3 rpm)
Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted):
72 dB
Torque:
> 2.2 kgf cm
Diameter:
30.5 cm / 12 lbs
Platter weight (net):
1.9 kg
Tonearm length:
25.4cm / 10″
Overhang:
1.53 cm / 0.6“
Offset angle:
21.4°
Frequency range:
32 – 52.000Hz
Headshell weight:
9 g
Tracking force:
0 – 40 mN / 0 – 4.0 g
Anti-skating:
Adjustable analogue
VTA:
6 mm adjustable
Cartridge:
Audio Technica AT 95E (elliptical stylus)
Surface:
Piano Lacquer Black
Effective tonearm mass
13.5g (including headshell)
Dimensions (W x H x D):
Lid closed:
45 x 16.2 x 36.7 cm
Lid open:
45 x 41.2 x 41.2 cm
Weight:
11 kg
Accessories:
1 x Turntable
1 x Felt mat for the platter
1 x Counterweight
1 x Headshell
1 x Headshell incl. pickup
1 x Adapter for 45-rpm records
1 x Dust cover
2 x Hinges for the dust cover
Audio cable, stereo RCA plugs on both ends, with ground wire
Power cord
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