Nottingham Analog Studio — Turntables
SPACEDECK
The essential Nottingham Analogue experience, crafted for pure musical engagement.
The Spacedeck remains the definitive entry point into the Nottingham Analogue philosophy, stripping away the aesthetic distractions of traditional turntable design to focus entirely on the reproduction of music. By isolating the platter, tonearm, and motor into a resonance-controlled architecture, it creates a silent foundation that allows the stylus to trace the groove with complete freedom.
At the heart of the deck is an oil-pumping bearing and a high-mass alloy platter that provides exceptional rotational stability. The motor is purposely low-torque, requiring a gentle manual nudge to reach speed, a design choice that prevents the drive system from fighting the record and introducing unwanted vibration into the signal path.
Built for the dedicated enthusiast, the Spacedeck transforms standard playback into a holographic and expansive event. It is a deck that values the soul of the performance over technical perfection, offering a low noise floor and a sense of ease that makes every record feel like a new discovery.
Key Features
01
Divorced motor housing
The motor unit is physically separated from the main chassis to eliminate the transfer of vibrations to the platter and tonearm.
02
Precision bronze bearing
A high-mass bronze bearing assembly ensures ultra-smooth, low-friction rotation for consistent speed and pitch stability.
03
Low-torque motor drive
A sophisticated drive system that maintains momentum without the cogging or vibration inherent in high-torque designs.
Chapter 01
Design Philosophy
Nottingham Analogue believes that the turntable should not be an active participant in the sound. By removing the resonance-prone, box-like plinth common in traditional designs, the Spacedeck liberates the music from physical interference. Every component is selected through rigorous listening tests, ensuring that mechanical energy is effectively dissipated away from the stylus.
The unique manual operation is the cornerstone of this philosophy. By providing only the exact force needed to maintain speed, the design avoids the micro-fluctuations common in automated systems, resulting in a more fluid and continuous musical presentation.
Chapter 02
Sonic Signature
The Spacedeck is revered for its spooky levels of resolution and three-dimensional imaging. Listeners often remark on the blackness of the background, which allows subtle inflections and spatial cues to emerge with startling clarity. The presentation is organic and stable, with a deep, rounded bass response that never feels forced.
Unlike turntables that prioritize clinical precision, this deck leans into the soul of the recording. It separates instruments with ease and renders complex textures with a sense of continuousness that brings the performance into your room.
Specifications
TypeBelt-drive manual turntable
BearingOil-pumping bronze
Finish optionsBlack