
Michell Gyro SE Turntable (Floor Stock)
Pickup available at Brisbane HiFi 202/14 Trafalgar St, Woolloongabba, 4102
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Michell Gyro SE Turntable (Floor Stock)
Brisbane HiFi 202/14 Trafalgar St, Woolloongabba, 4102
14 Trafalgar Street
202
Woolloongabba QLD 4102
Australia
Iconic Suspended Sub-Chassis Analogue Deck | Brisbane HiFi Audio Specialist
The Michell Gyro SE (Spider Edition) is a high-performance manual belt-drive turntable designed to deliver precise timing, expansive soundstaging, and low-noise analogue playback. Handcrafted in Great Britain by Michell Engineering, the Gyro SE uses a compact acrylic spider base in place of a conventional full plinth, retaining the core mechanical isolation principles of the renowned GyroDec design.
A cast aluminium pendulum sub-chassis is suspended from three adjustable spring towers to isolate the platter and tonearm from external mechanical vibration. The high-mass impedance-matched platter uses solid brass peripheral weights to increase rotational inertia, while the inverted oil-circulating bearing uses an Archimedean screw lubrication system for smooth, quiet rotation.
The standalone DC motor is physically separated from the turntable structure, with drive transferred through a precision belt. Interchangeable arm boards also allow the Gyro SE to accommodate a wide range of tonearms.
Key Features & Audio Engineering Highlights
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Acrylic Spider Base Chassis: Compact low-mass structure reduces cabinet surface area while providing a rigid platform for the suspended mechanism.
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Three-Point Spring Suspension: Cast pendulum sub-chassis is suspended from three adjustable spring towers to isolate the platter and tonearm from external vibration.
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High-Mass Impedance-Matched Platter: Acrylic/vinyl platter construction with solid brass peripheral weights increases rotational inertia and speed stability.
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Inverted Oil-Circulating Bearing: Archimedean screw lubrication system continuously circulates oil through the bearing during operation.
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Freestanding DC Motor: Physically isolated motor transfers rotational energy to the platter through a precision-ground belt.
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Low-Contact Aluminium Feet: Conical machined feet minimise the contact area between the turntable and supporting furniture.
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Modular Tonearm Compatibility: Interchangeable arm boards support a range of compatible tonearms, including Michell, Rega, SME, and Origin Live designs.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Technical Detail |
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| Turntable Design | Suspended Sub-Chassis Manual Belt-Drive Turntable |
| Drive System | Belt Drive via Standalone Motor Unit |
| Motor Type | High-Quality Freestanding Standalone DC Motor |
| Speeds | 33⅓ RPM and 45 RPM (Manual belt step adjustment; Electronic speed change via optional HR Power Supply) |
| Sub-Chassis & Suspension | Cast Aluminium Pendulum Sub-Chassis on 3-Point Adjustable Spring Towers |
| Platter Type | High-Mass Impedance-Matched Acrylic/Vinyl Composition with Gold-Plated Brass Weights |
| Bearing Assembly | Inverted Oil-Circulating Bearing with Archimedean Screw Lubrication |
| Tonearm Board | Interchangeable Aluminium Arm Plates (Pre-drilled for Michell/Rega, SME, etc.) |
| Base & Feet | Acrylic Spider Base Chassis with Low-Contact Solid Aluminium Feet |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 490 mm × 375 mm × 135 mm (19.3" × 14.8" × 5.3") |
| Unit Weight | 10.0 kg (22.0 lbs) |
| Chassis Finishes | Anodised Silver or Deep Black Metallic |
| Optional Upgrades | Michell HR Power Supply (Never-Connected DC PSU), Orbe Clamp Kit, TecnoArm 2 |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Michell Engineering Manufacturer Warranty |
Why Choose Brisbane HiFi for Your Michell Turntable?
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Brisbane HiFi Showroom Auditions: Audition Michell Engineering turntables alongside carefully matched cartridges, tonearms, and phono stages.
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Analogue Calibration & Tonearm Setup: Our specialists can assist with suspension levelling, spring adjustment, tonearm geometry, tracking force, and cartridge alignment.
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Australian Support: Brisbane HiFi supplies genuine Michell Engineering products throughout Queensland and Australia with official warranty support and nationwide delivery.
What's Included in the Box?
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1 × Michell Gyro SE Acrylic Spider Base & Bearing Assembly
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1 × Cast Aluminium Pendulum Sub-Chassis
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1 × Acrylic/Vinyl Platter with Solid Brass Peripheral Weights
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1 × Standalone DC Motor Unit & Power Supply
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1 × Drive Belt & Bearing Oil Bottle
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1 × Tonearm Mount Plate (Specified at purchase)
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Setup Alignment Tools & Michell Owner Manual

