Minimalist Aluminum Turntable PP-1 by Waiting for Ideas

Key Takeaways

– The PP-1 turntable features a unique design with a case carved from a single block of aluminum and uses Miniot Wheel 2 technology.
– It has a tangential tonearm that requires records to be placed “upside down” for playback.
– The turntable supports both 33 and 45 rpm records and allows speed adjustment via a rotary control.
– Accompanying cube-shaped speakers are designed for space-saving, measuring 35 cm on each edge, with a frequency range of 44 Hz to 20 kHz.
– The turntable is priced at €5,800, the speakers at €3,200, and a complete bundle is available for €9,000, with custom-made delivery times.

The PP-1 turntable created by the Parisian studio Waiting for Ideas makes use of the Miniot Wheel 2 technology, but it’s crafted into a case that is carved from a single block of aluminum. An elliptical diamond-cut stylus is hidden beneath a motorized cover that opens automatically when the turntable is powered on.

Unique Design Features

This turntable features a tangential tonearm positioned on the underside of the vinyl, which means users must adjust to putting records in an “upside down” manner, where the side meant for playback faces downward. The dimensions of the housing are 35 x 35 x 7 centimeters. It supports both 33 and 45 rpm records, and users can change the speed using a rotary control located on the top. The power is connected through USB-C.

Space-Saving Speakers

The accompanying speakers are cube-shaped with each edge measuring 35 centimeters, allowing for the option of placing the turntable on top of one of the speakers to save space if needed. The frequency range is listed as 44 Hz to 20 kHz, with a maximum volume of 105 dB (SPL) and an output power of 80 watts.

The PP-1 Turntable from Waiting for Ideas is currently for sale on the manufacturer’s website. The cost for the turntable is €5,800, while the speakers are priced at €3,200. A complete bundle is available for €9,000. Since both the turntable and speakers are custom-made, delivery may take a bit longer than normal.

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