MoFi Electronics has a history of hiring masters of their craft and they brought in industry veteran turntable designer Alan Perkins of Spiral Groove fame to push the limits of their new MasterDeck Turntable.
Built in small batches in MoFi’s Ann Arbor, Michigan facility, the new MasterDeck Turntable rotates at 33, 45, and 78 rpm (yay!) while offering azimuth, VTA, overhang, and anti-skate adjustment for the included dual-pivot 10″ carbon-fiber tonearm.
The MasterDeck’s 1.75 inch thick Aluminum and Delrin platter rides on an Encapsulated Spiral Groove inverted bearing, while the tonearm sports wire from Cardas Audio with the whole ‘table sitting on isolation feet from Harmonic Resolution Systems (HRS).
There’s a lot more to say about the MasterDeck and who better to say it than Alan Perkins:
The MasterDeck Turntable is available beginning this month for $5995.
Here’s the complete press release from MoFi:
MoFi Distribution introduces the MoFi Electronics MasterDeck Turntable
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Chicago, IL –November 21, 2023
MoFi Distribution proudly introduces the new MoFi Electronics MasterDeck turntable, a reference grade product designed by master turntable maker Allen Perkins. Created by vinyl lovers for those with the desire to accurately reveal and experience the true music embedded deep in the groves of their vinyl LP collection.The MasterDeck turntable will be manufactured in small batches in the USA at MoFi Electronics’ factory located in Ann Arbor, Michigan to ensure the very highest level of quality control.
A compelling feature of the MasterDeck is an “all new” Dual-pivot carbon-fiber 10 inch tonearm that offers the best balance of precision, control and friction-free tracking. This tonearm uses a removable headshell and allows for the optimization of virtually any cartridge by facilitating adjustable horizontal angle (azimuth), vertical tracking angle (VTA), overhang and anti-skate. As well, all internal tonearm wiring is provided by Cardas Audio.
The MasterDeck achieves precision playback in part with an optically regulated speed controller using a three-phase brushless DC drive motor, housed in an isolated container. Fine speed adjustments are available for 33, 45 and 78 RPM and are displayed on a four-digit display. The 1.75 inch thick platter is a high mass hybrid material constructed exclusively from Aluminum and Delrin. This platter sits atop an ultra-high quality Encapsulated Spiral Groove inverted bearing. Isolation from both environmental noise and feedback is accomplished by effectively floating the MasterDeck using custom Harmonic Resolution Systems (HRS) Isolation Feet. Finally, with respect to “functional” cosmetics, a solid wood frame, in either Walnut or Black Ash finish, is wrapped around a constrained-layer body of wood and aluminum to eliminate all resonances.
Ultimately, the MoFi Electronics MasterDeck effortlessly exceeds the performance of many turntables perched above the 5-figure price threshold and is the ideal companion for the MoFi Electronics MasterPhono preamplifier.
MoFi Electronics MasterDeck Significant Design Features:
- 33.33 / 45 / 78 RPM belt drive turntable
- Unique and highly adjustable 10-inch hybrid tonearm design
- 1.75-inch aluminium and Delrin platter
- Four-digit display shows fine speed adjustment
- Cardas Audio internal arm wiring
- Custom Anti-Vibration feet designed by HRS
- Black constrained layer damped aluminum top
- Solid wood frame available in black ash or walnut finish
- Dimensions (w x dx h): 20 x 14 x 8” / 50.8 x 35.6 x 20.3cm.
- Weight: 43lbs./ 19.5Kg.
The MoFi Electronics MasterDeck will be available in November, 2023 with an MSRP of $5,995.00USD.
Company Website: MoFi Electronics