48records.com - ISONOE isolating system

Playability

Rather than hinder trick-DJs by enabling a "jelly wobble" effect to exist when they make adjustments, as with more primitive isolation systems,
the Isonoe system acts as a 2-way shock absorber which cushions forces induced into the platter / plinth by the DJ's hands,
without springing back abruptly. Excessive lateral movement by isolation systems employing air, springs or suchlike, creates uneven wear on
both the stylus, and more importantly the sides of the vinyl groove. If the plinth / platter are subject to sufficient force, the Isonoe system
will spring back in a gentle, "viscous" manner, whereby it returns to the horizontal state gradually and smoothly (compression of the
visco-elastic polymer coupling will only occur in incidences of extreme physical abuse). A typical DJ turntable weighs 12kg, therefore the
bearings in the base will not slide around if lateral forces are exerted (e.g: "back cueing") upon the supported device.
The isolators are equally effective at blocking the ingress of vibration into the mechanical assemblies of both turntables,
and CD players - the more isolation from vibration afforded to the optical tracking mechanism within a CD-player,
the less work needs to be performed by the error-correction software, thus preserving detail and spatial integrity.

Design & materials

Designed utilizing cutting-edge 3D CAD modeling and simulation, the Isonoe isolation system is machined from raw magnesium alloy billets by
multi-axis CNC machinery to within a tolerance of 1 micron. The system embodies numerous mechanisms that inhibit the transfer of vibration:
The central cradle mechanism (application filed with the Patent Office) is formed from a visco-elastic polymer able to deflect vibrational
energies across a broad bandwidth. The body and hub are made from a specific grade of magnesium alloy imbued with exceptionally high rigidity,
implemented to maximize the ratio of stiffness between the elastomer cradle and the alloy (the higher the ratio in favor of the alloy, the greater the
efficacy of the elastomer cradle). Stainless-steel bearings in the base of the outer body block the transfer of energy by keeping the point of physical
contact area between surfaces to a minimum (akin to a more contemporary version of spikes in hi-fi). Each isolator has a 6mm thread making
the system compatible as a retro fit with many industry standard turntables and CD-players.

Special.k's review

As a born skeptic it was very hard for me to accept this product at first so as soon as the first set landed i hired a twin 18" sub box,
laid it on the floor in my living room and placed two TECHNICS SL1200 MK2 turntables directly on top of it
(note these turntables were in exactly the same running order). Placed brand new STANTON 680HP cartridges on both decks and replaced
the feet on one deck with the ISONOE Isolating System then placed records on both decks (the records were exactly the same track, release & pressing).
The first thing i noticed was the difference in clarity. For a long time i have known that there was a constant noise in the background when playing vinyl,
caused mainly due to vibrations being picked up by the stylus but i never thought i could actually hear it, but now having the two decks to compare
i could defiantly hear the background noise out of the deck with original feet.
The second thing i noticed was the howling point (the point the deck starts to feedback uncontrollably). With the ISONOE Isolating System i
could get the output of the mixer 40-50% louder than the original feet which amazed me, this alone could solve half the problems created in clubs and
bars by DJ booths constructed by builders instead of professionals. (a console should be treated as a piece of equipment not furniture).
The turntable itself didn't feel any different with the ISONOE isolating System installed and i had no problems cueing or scratching and to
top it of they look amazing under a turntable.
Since i wrote this review i have had numerous discussions with the design team at ISONOE and i am very impressed with both the amount of
practical DJ equipment knowledge and the commitment to making quality products and in saying that i think these guys have the potential to
produce even more amazing products in the future and i eagarly await there next installment.

overall this product has impressed me but it isn't going to fix all problems so if you are trying to solve a problem in your console feel free to contact
me at 48 records service department on 61 3 9571 0085 or specialk@djlineup.com as i am always happy to help out with free advice......