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MoFi Electronics MasterDeck Turntable
MASTERDECK
Unveiling the pinnacle of vinyl reproduction: the MasterDeck Turntable, a masterpiece crafted by the renowned Allen Perkins. Born from a collaboration of vinyl enthusiasts, this reference-grade turntable is engineered for those who seek to unearth the true essence of music embedded in the grooves of their cherished vinyl LPs.
Handcrafted in the USA
Each MasterDeck is meticulously assembled in limited batches at our Ann Arbor, Michigan factory, exemplifying our commitment to unparalleled quality control.
10" Dual-Pivot Carbon-Fiber Tonearm
The MasterDeck boasts an all-new dual-pivot carbon-fiber 10-inch tonearm, epitomizing the perfect blend of precision, control, and friction-free tracking. This state-of-the-art tonearm, featuring a removable headshell, allows for the fine-tuning of various cartridges. Adjustments include azimuth, vertical tracking angle (VTA), overhang, and anti-skate, all enhanced by the premium internal wiring from Cardas Audio.
Three-Speed Selection with Precision Trim Adjustment
The MasterDeck is engineered for versatility and precision, offering a three-speed selection to accommodate 33, 45, and 78 RPM records. This feature allows audiophiles and vinyl enthusiasts to explore their diverse collections with ease. Further enhancing its functionality, the MasterDeck includes a fine-tuning trim adjustment. This precision control enables users to make subtle speed modifications, ensuring an exact playback speed for every record. Whether it's a vintage 78 RPM shellac or a modern 33 RPM LP, the MasterDeck delivers an accurate and faithful audio reproduction, tailored to the unique characteristics of each vinyl format.
PRECISION SPEED REGULATION FOR ACCURATE PLAYBACK
MasterDeck excels with its sensor-regulated motor, a testament to its engineering prowess. Equipped with a three-phase brushless AC drive, it achieves unparalleled stability and precision in rotational speed. The design of the motor, isolated to prevent interference, is key to its ability to produce clear and accurate sound. This precision in motor control is essential for the exact reproduction of vinyl records, ensuring every musical detail and nuance is faithfully reproduced, just as the artist intended. By synchronizing the AC motor with the user's speed selection, MasterDeck guarantees a playback experience that is not only precise but also true to the original recording, free from any speed-related distortions.
ANTI-VIBRATION FEET BY HRS
The MasterDeck's performance is elevated by its Harmonic Resolution Systems Isolation Feet. Engineered to provide 5.5 degrees of freedom, these feet effectively 'float' the turntable, offering exceptional isolation from environmental vibrations and feedback. This design is crucial in maintaining the turntable's stability, ensuring that every musical nuance is delivered with clarity and precision
1.75-INCH Aluminum x DELRIN® Hybrid PLATTER
The MasterDeck's Delrin platter, measuring 1.75 inches in thickness and composed of a unique Aluminum and Delrin hybrid, exemplifies the fusion of innovative design with acoustic precision. This carefully chosen combination significantly reduces resonance, providing a remarkably stable and inert base for vinyl playback. Such stability is crucial for maintaining the purity of the audio signal, ensuring that every playback is as true to the original recording as possible.
Encapsulated Spiral Groove Inverted Bearing
The MasterDeck incorporates an Encapsulated Spiral Groove Inverted Bearing, designed for unparalleled precision and stability. This sophisticated bearing system is meticulously engineered to minimize friction and reduce wear, resulting in an incredibly smooth turntable rotation.
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Professional Reviews 94/100
Deliciously Crispy
Sound Quality
95/100
Build Quality
94/100
Features Usability
88/100
Value for Money
92/100
MoFi’s MasterDeck combines black-background silence, deep, nimble bass and an open, finely etched treble with a highly adjustable 10-inch hybrid tonearm. Tracking Angle found it remarkably effortless and musically transparent, while HiFi News praised its detailed low end, vivid vocals and orderly imaging. This is a substantial, cartridge-friendly belt-drive deck built for serious vinyl exploration.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Exceptionally quiet, effortless playback lets music emerge from notably black backgrounds.
Firm, extended yet nimble bass is paired with open, revealing treble and especially convincing vocal reproduction.
The 10-inch hybrid unipivot/gimbal arm offers comprehensive VTA, azimuth and cartridge adjustment without sacrificing rigidity.
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Cons
Extracting its best performance requires careful warm-up and recalibration, making it less convenient than some rivals.
The hybrid arm can feel somewhat wobbly in use, and image width falls short of the most expansive competitors.
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 95/100
Reviewers find the MasterDeck both highly revealing and deeply musical, pairing firm, nimble bass with open treble, lifelike voices and a spacious, orderly image. Its strong speed control, quiet backgrounds and capable adjustable arm let cartridges communicate their own character with very little apparent interference.
Overall Sound
95/100
HiFi News heard deep, detailed bass, open and insightful highs, exceptionally convincing vocals and a lifelike piano, while noting that some secondary effects can recede slightly. Tracking Angle praised its extended but nimble low end, transient clarity, effortlessness and ability to make the mechanics of playback disappear; AudioAdvice similarly highlighted its blend of detail, musicality, lifelike treble and expansive imaging.
Speed Stability
94/100
Tracking Angle measured excellent wow, flutter and speed-accuracy performance, and praised the bearing arrangement for its rotational stability. The sensor-regulated motor, substantial platter and trim adjustment provide strong control, although Supersonido notes that an accomplished belt-drive design may not equal the outright precision of a top direct-drive deck.
Tonearm Performance
94/100
The 10-inch carbon-fibre hybrid unipivot/gimbal arm earns repeated praise for its rigidity, tracking potential and comprehensive adjustment, including readily accessible VTA/SRA, azimuth and removable headshells. HiFi News found cartridge alignment notably easy, though its hybrid bearing arrangement feels a little wobblier in use than its gimbal appearance might suggest.
Noise Isolation
95/100
Tracking Angle was particularly impressed by the quiet background, reporting that music emerged from black backgrounds as mechanical distractions disappeared. The isolated motor, carefully executed bearing and HRS floating feet are supported by Supersonido's observation of very low background noise and no apparent vibration.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
94/100
The MasterDeck combines a substantial aluminium/Delrin platter, solid machined plinth and adjustable HRS isolation feet in a notably sturdy 17kg package. Tracking Angle praises the careful engineering and attention to detail, while HiFi News highlights the resonance-conscious platter construction and substantial real-wood plinth.
Features Usability
88/100
Electronic 33, 45 and 78rpm selection with trim adjustment, adjustable isolation feet and a removable headshell make the MasterDeck unusually flexible for cartridge users. The arm provides easy VTA and azimuth adjustment, but it remains a hands-on, purist turntable with no dustcover, onboard phono stage or automatic functions.
Value for Money
92/100
At $5,995 with tonearm, Tracking Angle calls American production at this level impressive and places it among the best turntables available below $10,000. Supersonido considers it able to compete comfortably with far more ambitious decks, while HiFi News notes both a meaningful package saving and strong rivals that may demand less setup fuss.
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