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The E.A.T. Prelude marks a new milestone for European Audio Team (E.A.T.), offering for the first time an audiophile-grade turntable with luxury finishes at a truly accessible price. True to the brand’s philosophy, the Prelude is designed to minimize vibration, resonance, and coloration, delivering a neutral, dynamic, and precise reproduction that stands out in its category.
Its elegant piano lacquer finish and E.A.T.’s signature green drive belt make the Prelude not only a high-performance turntable but also a refined decorative element that integrates seamlessly into any living space.
High-Mass Platter with Precision Bearing
E.A.T. firmly believes that only a heavy platter can ensure proper speed stability. The Prelude features a high-inertia platter mounted on a polished stainless-steel spindle with a 0.01 mm tolerance in a soft bronze bushing. Identical to bearings used in higher-end models, this system guarantees ultra-quiet, smooth operation, free from friction and mechanical noise.
Rigid Chassis with Decoupled Motor
The dense MDF plinth, finished in eight layers of piano lacquer, not only delivers a luxurious appearance but also provides mechanical stability against vibrations. Unlike many entry-level models, the Prelude avoids mounting the motor on the plinth; instead, it uses a fully decoupled motor unit, preventing unwanted vibrations from reaching the platter and tonearm.
Ultra-Rigid Carbon Fiber Tonearm
The Prelude comes fitted with a one-piece carbon fiber tonearm, lightweight and resonance-free. With an effective mass of 8 g, it is perfectly matched to MM cartridges such as the included Ortofon 2M Red. The bearing housing acts as an energy sink, while the counterweight incorporates a built-in anti-resonator damper, reducing the amplitude of natural arm/cartridge resonance for enhanced tracking stability and precision.
Ortofon 2M Red Included
Supplied as standard with the acclaimed Ortofon 2M Red, widely regarded as one of the best value-for-money cartridges on the market, the Prelude elevates its sonic character, achieving a performance far above expectations in this price class.
Affordable Audiophile Performance
While most entry-level turntables rely on lightweight designs that accumulate energy and resonance, the Prelude impresses with its lack of coloration, outstanding dynamics, and refined neutrality. It is the perfect starting point for those wishing to enter the world of audiophile analog playback without sacrificing design or quality.
Model: E.A.T. Prelude
Speeds: 33/45 RPM (manual change)
Speed variation: 33 RPM <0.15 % | 45 RPM <0.13 %
Wow & flutter: 33 RPM <0.10 % | 45 RPM <0.09 %
Signal-to-noise ratio: –67 dB
Tracking force range: 0 – 30 mN (0 – 3 g)
Counterweight compatibility: 6 – 12 g
Tonearm effective mass: 8 g
Effective arm length: 230 mm
Overhang: 18 mm
Power consumption: max. 5 W | 0.3 W standby
Power supply: 15 V DC, 1.6 A
Weight: 5.5 kg
Dimensions (W × H × D): 415 × 130 × 335 mm
Included cartridge: Ortofon 2M Red
Accessories: Acrylic dust cover
