Alexandria mkII

About the Alexandria mkII

The Alexandria mkII is a refined version of the original Oracle Alexandria turntable, known for its suspended subchassis design with three spring-loaded towers providing isolation and stability. It features a two-piece subplatter/platter arrangement, a floating platter and tonearm suspended by three springs accessible via machined knobs on the plinth, and electronic speed adjustment with fine pitch control. The turntable includes a high-quality Oracle Prelude tonearm with anti-skate and tracking force adjustments, and often comes paired with a Grado cartridge. The cabinet is made of wood with adjustable spikes for furniture protection, and the record clamp is a precision aluminum design ensuring secure record placement. The motor and power supply have been upgraded in the mkII version for improved torque, speed stability, and sonic clarity, resulting in a quieter background, enhanced bass, and a more balanced tonal presentation. The turntable is highly regarded for its sonic performance, combining clarity, naturalness, and dynamic range, making it a formidable analog playback system. The mkII model is a sought-after vintage piece with a current price around reflecting its high-end status and improvements over earlier versions.