Wand Turntable

“The Wand is a work of art. If you can afford The Wand – get it”

Paul Rigby, The Audiophile Man concluding his review of The Wand 14-4. For link see here or Wand Turntable Reviews page.

The WAND Turntable
Features/ Specification;   Model 14-4 (14 inch / 4-layer platter)

•  Big diameter 14 inch Smart Platter™.
• • Large diameter (360mm) gives 20% more inertia than conventional platter of equivalent mass.
  • Four-layer construction of platter damps vibration and noise transfer.
  • Acrylic playing surface for vibration transfer from record for increased resolution.
  • Screw down clamp with acrylic surface allows record label to be seen.
• German Plywood main structure. Asymmetric shape and internal machining to disperse noise and vibration.
• Zentroidal™ three point suspension system. The centroid of suspension, the stillest point, is close to the playing arc to maximise shock and vibration rejection.
• DC Motor with superb electronic speed control. 33 / 45rpm (& 78 to order).
• Electronic braking for quick record changing.
• Will accommodate 9.5in / 10.3in or 12in Wand tonearms (or other brands)
• Swiss custom-made flat belt. This provides dynamic punch while maintaining noise isolation.
• Includes a lid.
• Optional on-board phono stage The Wand EQ Phono Stage is designed by New Zealand’s Pureaudio.  Also available as a stand alone unit.
• Optional stand alone support for second arm.
• 12kg (~480mm x 400mm x 120mm,  ~19” x 15”3/4 x 5”)
• 100V- 240V AC 50-60Hz supply
• Handmade in Aotearoa / New Zealand