Acoustic Solid - Solid Edition Turntable

Package 1 contains WTB-370 Tonearm Only! No Cartridge! Microcontroller motor control M2 with crystal oscillator

Package 2 contains WTB-213 Tonearm Only! No Cartridge! Microcontroller motor control M2 with crystal oscillator

The Solid Edition is a dual-belt string-drive reference turntable from Acoustic Solid (Germany), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Sharing the flagship Solid Machine's 12.5 kg, 60 mm thick CNC-machined solid aluminum platter and triple tonearm plinth architecture, the Edition steps above the Solid Machine with a thicker 40 mm aluminum plinth — versus the Machine's 35 mm — in a larger 350 x 350 mm footprint, while delivering the same 0.06% speed synchronization as measured with an Ortofon measuring computer via the Microcontroller M2 quartz crystal oscillator. Drive is provided by a Berger Lahr synchronous motor with dual-belt configuration and a separately housed high-gloss aluminum motor unit. Total chassis weight is 28 kg without tonearm. Available in Package 1 with the WTB-370 tonearm or Package 2 with the WTB-213 tonearm — cartridge not included — in polished or aluminum matte finish.

Flagship Platter Mass in a Thicker Plinth

The Solid Edition carries the same 12.5 kg, 60 mm thick single-piece aluminum platter as the flagship Solid Machine — the heaviest and thickest platter in the Acoustic Solid range — CNC-precision turned and hand-polished, dressed with a genuine leather mat and a 5 mm Plexiglas pad at the record interface. Where the Edition differentiates itself structurally is in its plinth: at 40 mm thick, it is 5 mm thicker than the Solid Machine's 35 mm plinth, increasing chassis rigidity and further reducing the transmission of structural vibration from the listening surface to the bearing and platter assembly. The 350 x 350 mm footprint also provides a wider, more stable base than the compact 310 x 310 mm chassis used by the smaller Metal series models.

Dual-Belt Drive with Separately Housed Motor

The Solid Edition's Berger Lahr synchronous motor is independently housed in a high-gloss aluminum enclosure, physically separated from the plinth to prevent motor-induced vibration from reaching the bearing and platter. Two Nylon-silicone belts transmit drive force from the motor to the platter at two equidistant contact points, distributing rotational load evenly and reducing the lateral bearing force inherent in single-belt designs. The Microcontroller M2 quartz crystal oscillator governs motor speed to 0.06% synchronization — matching the flagship Solid Machine and bettering the 0.08% figure of the Solid 110, 111, 311, and Brake models — with one-touch 33.3 and 45 rpm switching and real-time fine adjustment available at any point during playback. The 40 mm plinth accommodates up to three tonearm mounting bases as standard, and three individually adjustable feet decoupled by Teflon discs provide precise leveling on any surface.

Key Features

• 12.5 kg, 60 mm Aluminum Platter: Identical to the flagship Solid Machine, the largest and heaviest platter in the Acoustic Solid range, CNC-turned and hand-polished for maximum rotational inertia.
• 40 mm Aluminum Plinth: Thicker than the Solid Machine's 35 mm plinth, increasing chassis rigidity and structural isolation in a larger 350 x 350 mm footprint.
• 0.06% Speed Synchronization: Matches the flagship Solid Machine's synchronization figure, governed by Microcontroller M2 quartz crystal oscillator and measured with an Ortofon measuring computer.
• Dual-Belt Drive with Separately Housed Motor: Two Nylon-silicone belts from an independently housed high-gloss aluminum motor unit distribute rotational force evenly and isolate motor vibration from the plinth and bearing.
• Triple Tonearm Plinth: 40 mm aluminum plinth with provision for three simultaneous tonearm mounting bases as standard.
• 5 mm Plexiglas Pad: Thicker than the 3 mm pad used on the smaller Metal series, adding mass and a further damping layer beneath the genuine leather mat at the record interface.
• Three Individually Adjustable Feet: Each decoupled by Teflon discs for precise leveling and multi-stage resonance isolation.
• Polished Ceramic Ball Bearing: Ground stainless steel axle with cast liner, Teflon decoupling, and polished ceramic ball contact point for low-friction, low-noise rotation.
• Two Finish Options: Available in polished or aluminum matte finish.
• Two Tonearm Packages: Available with the WTB-370 (Package 1) or WTB-213 (Package 2) tonearm — cartridge not included.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Acoustic Solid Solid Edition?

The Acoustic Solid Solid Edition is a dual-belt string-drive turntable from Acoustic Solid of Germany, featuring a 12.5 kg, 60 mm thick CNC-machined aluminum platter, a 40 mm thick aluminum plinth with triple tonearm mounting capability, and Microcontroller M2 quartz crystal speed control achieving 0.06% synchronization. It weighs 28 kg without tonearm and is available in polished or aluminum matte finish.

What is the difference between the Acoustic Solid Solid Edition and the Solid Machine?

The Solid Edition and Solid Machine share the same 12.5 kg, 60 mm platter, 0.06% synchronization target, triple tonearm plinth layout, and separately housed motor concept. The Edition differentiates itself with a thicker 40 mm plinth versus the Machine's 35 mm, a larger 350 x 350 mm footprint for greater stability, and a dual-belt rather than triple-belt drive configuration. The Solid Machine uses three belts and the upgraded Microcontroller M2 in a more compact chassis; the Edition prioritizes plinth rigidity and footprint stability with two belts and the same M2 controller.

How does the Acoustic Solid Solid Edition compare to the SME Model 12 or Transrotor ZET 3?

The Solid Edition sits in the same upper-reference tier as the SME Model 12 and Transrotor ZET 3. The SME Model 12 uses a sub-chassis suspension design with SME's own tonearm, while the Transrotor ZET 3 relies on a heavy acrylic and aluminum platter with magnetic drive assist. The Solid Edition takes a purely mechanical, unsuspended approach with a 40 mm solid aluminum plinth, 12.5 kg platter, and dual-belt isolated motor — prioritizing mass, rigidity, and quartz-locked speed accuracy without suspension tuning or magnetic assistance.

Can the Acoustic Solid Solid Edition run three tonearms simultaneously?

Yes. The Solid Edition's 40 mm aluminum plinth includes provision for three separate tonearm mounting bases as standard, enabling simultaneous installation of three tonearms with different cartridges. This allows instant switching between moving magnet, moving coil, and mono cartridge setups without remounting or re-cueing.

Does the Acoustic Solid Solid Edition come with a cartridge?

No. Both Package 1 (WTB-370 tonearm) and Package 2 (WTB-213 tonearm) are supplied without a cartridge, allowing the buyer to select cartridges suited to each tonearm, phono stage, and system character. Vinyl Sound Toronto can advise on cartridge pairing for any of the three tonearm positions.

Where can I buy the Acoustic Solid Solid Edition in Toronto or Canada?

The Acoustic Solid Solid Edition is available in Toronto, Canada at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Acoustic Solid dealer. Vinyl Sound's team can assist with tonearm package selection, cartridge recommendations, phono stage matching, and full setup support for this reference-level analog front end.