Anniversary
Model Reflects CEC's Wealth of Expertise
In 1954, the
very first high-precision phono motor was born in the research lab of CEC. From
the outset, our engineers were fully aware of the critical relationship between
vibration control and sound quality. Not surprisingly, this origibal product
called FR216 became an instant hit with manufactures as well as with
knowledgeable audiophiles. During the forty years which have passed since then,
CEC has continued its dedicated pursuit of vibration control in the interest of
true musical fidelity. With the FR-XL1, CEC now proudly presents a top-of
-the-line model that incorporates the fruits of our relentless research
efforts. It is an analog record player boasting superb sound and impressive
looks, truly suitable for a 40-year (1994) anniversary model.
NF Ceramics
Material Assures Effective Vibration Suppression
In order to
maintain the purity of musical signal extracted from the analog record, the
other sections of the player must also correspond to the highest standards
regarding choice of materials and quality of construction. Superb results can
be achieved only when reliable vibration control is assured throughout. For
this reason, the FR-Xl1 employs NF ceramics material for both the dual-layer
chassis and the turntable. Among currently available products, this material
offers by far the best vibration suppression and damping characteristics.
Rigidity and attenuation characteristics are further improved by the dual-layer
Y-shaped design of the chasis. Keeping the surface area to a minimum provides a
further contribution to ideal vibration control.
3DD
Suspension Revolutionizes the Concept of Vibration Control
When wishing
to faithfully extract the highly complex musical information contained on an
analog record, total freedom from harmful vibrations and resonances is an
essential prerequisite. To realize this aim, the FR-XL1 introduces a new
concept called 3-Dimension Damping, or 3DD for short. A Y-shaped dual-layer
construction using three-point tiptoe supports at every suspension point
ensures total isolation of the turntable in the top layer. Teh 3DD suspension
points employ a combination of springs and special rubber belts arranged at a
right angle. The elasticity of the rubber provides effective damping in the
horizontal as well as the vertical plane. This three dimensional
"floating" principle protects not only the drive section but also the
turntable itself from any harmful vibrations arising within the unit. Any
external vibrations such as caused by sound pressure or transmitted by the
floor and other surfacec are also reliably absorbed by this innovative design.
Other
Features
Low-cogging,
low-torque 3-phase brushless FG servo motor achieves unprecedented rotational
stability.
Electromagnetic
interference and maechanical vibrations are totally shut out by enclosing the
motor in a metal housing and using belt drive.
Massive
turntable (10 kg) uses dual-layer construction of NF ceramics and brass to
minimize normal-mode vibrations.
Separate
power supply unit eliminates adverse influences on mechanism section.
Cable link
between power supply and mechanism uses an outer shield plus separate
additional shielding for the two FG servo leads. DIN connector and plug of the
cable are gold-plated.
3-speed
design accommmodates also 78 rpm records.
Mountable
Tone-arms: Effective length max. 310 mm
(up to two tone arms when optional additional arm base is used)
FR-XL1 is
supplied without tone-arm, cartridge, and dust cover
Specifications
Speeds: 33⅓, 45 and 78 rpm
Speed
Adjustment: ±30% control knob (for 78
rpm only)
Drive
Principle: 3-phases brushless FG servo
motor
Turntable: Distinct-material dual-layer construction,
inertia moment 950 kgcm²
Suspension: 3DD suspension using spring and rubber
damping
Main
Unit: Ceramic material (NF ceramics)
Dimensions
(W x D x H): 550 x 445 x 137 mm
Weight: 15 kg, inner turntable 6 kg, outer turntable
4 kg
Power
Supply: Housed in separate unit
Dimensions
(W x D x H): 100 x 260 x 66 mm
Weight: 2 kg
Options
Base : 600 x
510 x 50 mm (W x D x H), additional arm base