KODO THE BEAT SE MagDrive®

About the KODO THE BEAT SE MagDrive®

The KODO THE BEAT SE MagDrive® turntable by Xact Audio is a high-end direct drive turntable designed and handcrafted by master craftsman Steve Dobbins. It features a unique MagDrive™ motor system that uses a large 3-phase AC true synchronous motor, which is not affected by load changes such as stylus drag or bearing oil temperature. This motor provides instant torque adjustments without the need for servo circuits, ensuring stable speed and minimal noise. The turntable includes a sophisticated power supply that delivers clean, consistent power with correct frequency, regardless of mains supply quality, and offers 13 different torque settings to tailor the sound from smooth to dynamic. The design minimizes mechanical contact between the motor and platter, using magnetic fields to drive the platter, eliminating belt slippage and other mechanical losses. The turntable is equipped with advanced isolation feet and can be paired with Schroder linear-tracking tonearms (sold separately). It supports standard speeds of 33.3 and 45 RPM, with 78 RPM available on order. The unit is known for its exceptional clarity, low distortion, and the ability to maintain perfect speed stability, making it a reference-level analog playback system.