Michell GYRO
Michell Gyro belt-driven turntable, with solid aluminium chassis and independent motor, designed for stable and precise playback.
Description
The Michell Gyro is a belt-driven turntable, heir to a lineage launched in the early 1980s. This version constitutes a full technical overhaul of its internal components, while retaining the silhouette that made its reputation in the world of analogue playback.
The main chassis has been entirely redesigned: whereas previous versions used cast aluminium, this model relies on a 19 mm aerospace-grade aluminium tooling plate, precision-machined. This choice of material aims for rigidity and resonance control superior to those of earlier generations. Integrated brass counterweights balance the tonearm and help absorb vibrations, while foam inserts around the arm mount limit stray reflections that could disturb groove tracking.
The motor system has been designed to physically separate the rotation source from the turntable itself: the heavy, independent motor housing is connected to the platter only by the drive belt. This separation limits the transmission of mechanical vibrations to the playback components. The motor unit and its power supply are machined from solid aerospace-grade aluminium blocks, with minimal gaps designed to block radio-frequency interference; the whole assembly is earthed and connected via a shielded cable.
This type of turntable is aimed at discerning vinyl enthusiasts seeking a stable, quiet mechanical base capable of accommodating a high-level tonearm and cartridge. It is a sound choice for a system where the source plays a central role in the chain.
Technical specifications
| Chassis | Aerospace-grade aluminium, 19 mm, precision-machined |
| Drive | Belt |
| Motor | Independent housing, separate from the turntable, machined from solid aerospace-grade aluminium |
| Counterweights | Integrated brass |
What to check before buying used
The belt loses elasticity over time and is worth checking, or even replacing, to ensure stable platter rotation. The independent motor housing should be examined separately: its bearings can wear and generate a slight rotational noise transmitted through the belt. The foam inserts around the arm mount compress or come loose over the years, reducing their role in resonance absorption. Finally, the flatness of the machined aluminium chassis and the condition of the brass counterweights are worth a visual check before returning the unit to service.
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