Vertere RG-1 Reference Groove Turntable

Main Bearing Assembly

At the heart of any turntable is its main bearing. Vertere RG‐1 turntable utilizes probably the highest precision bearing assembly designed for a turntable. As a result the drive system can rotate the platter assembly absolutely smoothly and silently. Thus the record is presented to the tonearm and cartridge without any unwanted bearing noise.

Turntable Motor

One look at the turntable motor assembly and the depth and innovativeness of its design become apparent. Using precision bearings to articulate the proprietary aluminium alloy motor housing keeps the motor continuously synchronous achieving constant belt tension. Simply put, it drives the platter at constant speed without interference.

Main Reference Platter

RG-1 platter assembly is a unique two piece super precision machined aluminium alloy design that provides friction-only damping of the platter assembly.

The main platter has a critically designed surface profile on its top side that perfectly matches the underside of the reference platter insert. The two parts fit so precisely that the assembly creates a linearly damped, non‐resonant structure.

Platter (Underside)

The underside of the main platter is precision machined to provide a perfect fit to the main spindle block for accurate turning. It also has highest peripheral mass to maximize inertia to weight ratio. This ensures constant speed while eliminating undue pressure on the main bearing contact point. Maximum performance, maximum longevity.

Platter Insert

Topside of the RG‐1 platter insert is precision machined to provide the bonding area for the 2mm cast Acrylic record interface disc.

The underside, on the other hand, is done as the precise fit to the topside of the main platter.

Six small stainless screws, from the underside ensure the two pieces are held perfectly together in non‐resonant state.

RG-1 Turntable Dust Cover

There is an optional dust cover that fully encloses the RG-1 while aesthetically complimenting the elegant lines and design of the turntable.

The main section covering the top, front and the back is a one piece 6mm clear cast acrylic providing support and rigidity with cut-outs for motor drive and tonearm cables. The sides are made from 3mm clear cast acrylic also including hand-grip cut-outs for easy placement and removal of the cover.

A Vertere emblem, laser engraved on the top adds the finishing touch to this elegant and practical record player dust cover.

Special Metallic Finishes

It was so important to ensure an uncompromising solution if any alternative finish were to be provided for the Reference RG-1 turntable. After extensive tests and design refinements, the RG-1 has now been made available in lustrous Metallic Black, Pearlescent White & Champagne special finishes at a premium.

Clear cast acrylic was carefully selected as plinth material to provide the most stable and acoustically suitable platform for RG-1’s critical components.

In order not to compromise performance and continue utilising this material, a special print and printing method was developed for these exceptional finishes. These beautiful finishes not only enhance the appearance of the RG-1 but also preserve its absolute reference performance.

The colour branded Vertere emblem printed on the top plinth adds the final finishing touch.