Michell Orbe Platter Kit Upgrade Owners of the iconic GyroDec and Gyro SE can now significantly elevate their vinyl playback performance. The Michell Orbe Platter Kit integrates many of the flagship Orbe's superior engineering qualities directly into your existing deck. Consequently, you can experience a substantial leap in sonic transparency and authority without replacing your entire turntable setup. It represents a serious investment for the dedicated analogue enthusiast seeking to unlock deeper layers of musical detail. Engineering The heart of this upgrade is the massive sixty millimetre thick platter. Crafted from an extra heavy impedance-matched material, it provides exceptional rotational inertia and stability. Because the platter material closely mimics the mechanical properties of vinyl, resonance transfer remains remarkably low during playback. Furthermore, this high-mass design ensures that the flywheel effect is maximised for pitch-perfect speed consistency and timing. Your records will benefit from a much more stable and silent rotating foundation. Control Stability is further enhanced by the inclusion of a sophisticated screw-down record clamp system. This mechanism ensures a much firmer coupling between the vinyl and the platter surface than standard weights. Additionally, the kit provides a convex platter retaining nut and ring specifically designed to help flatten uneven or warped pressings. Since the record is held securely in place, the stylus can track the grooves with far greater precision and less vibration. You will notice a clearer and more focused soundstage as a result. Damping Resonance control is key to the Michell philosophy and this kit includes Denso damp material. This specialised compound is used to damp the sub-chassis, effectively drawing away unwanted energy from the sensitive bearing assembly. Moreover, the package includes a new threaded record spindle and a fresh drive belt to ensure optimal mechanical interface. Every component works in harmony to lower the noise floor and provide "blacker" backgrounds for your music. Such attention to detail translates into a more refined and effortless listening experience. Feature Specification Platter Thickness 60mm Platter Type Extra heavy impedance-matched Clamp System Screw-down (compatible with standard and 180g pressings) Spindle Type Replacement threaded design Damping Material Denso damp sub-chassis material Correction Convex nut and ring for warped vinyl Compatibility GyroDec and Gyro SE turntables
