The Michell Orbe SE Turntable offers a reference-quality listening experience comparable to the flagship Orbe but in a smaller, more affordable package. By eliminating much of the expensive acrylic, the Orbe SE retains most of the Orbe's exceptional qualities while presenting a more compact and aesthetically pleasing design. For audiophiles seeking Orbe-class performance without the larger footprint, the Orbe SE is the perfect solution. Key Features Low Contact Area Feet: Solid aluminum feet minimize contact with the supporting surface, reducing vibration transfer from furniture into the turntable. Three-Point Spring Suspension System: Three suspension towers fixed to the acrylic base hold the suspension springs and allow height adjustment for the sub-chassis. Inverted Oil Circulating Main Bearing: An inverted bearing design fully lubricates the bearing during platter rotation, eliminating noise and vibration. Extra Heavy Impedance-Matched Platter: The platter's material matches vinyl for neutral sound, with extra mass providing improved speed stability. Orbe Controller Power Supply: Uses a large toroidal transformer, Never Connected™ circuitry, and servo motor control for rock-solid speed stability. Design and Build The Orbe SE features a compact design by eliminating much of the expensive acrylic found in the full Orbe, resulting in a smaller footprint without compromising performance. Its spider double chassis with a weighted pendulum-style sub-chassis hangs on a three-point spring suspension system, providing a rigid and dense platform for the main bearing, platter, and tonearm assembly. The 60 mm thick extra heavy impedance-matched platter, made from vibration-damping material similar to vinyl, adds mass for improved speed stability. Finished in black or clear acrylic with black metal parts, the Orbe SE offers an aesthetically pleasing appearance that complements any audio setup. Performance Delivering a reference-quality listening experience, the Orbe SE reproduces music with exceptional clarity, dynamic range, and deep bass response. The extra mass of the impedance-matched platter enhances speed stability, minimizing wow and flutter for precise playback. Its design ensures neutral sound reproduction, allowing you to experience your vinyl records as the artists intended. The advanced Orbe controller power supply maintains rock-solid speed stability, ensuring consistent performance across all listening sessions. Technology The Orbe SE incorporates advanced technologies to achieve its superior performance. The inverted oil circulating main bearing places the point of rotation at the top of the assembly, allowing full lubrication during platter rotation. A modified Archimedean screw machined into the bearing's inner bore draws oil from a reservoir at the base up to the thrust ball at the top, eliminating noise and vibration caused by rotation. The Orbe controller power supply, featuring a large toroidal transformer, Never Connected™ circuitry, and servo motor control technology, ensures the platter always turns at the correct speed by automatically adjusting output to correct any changes in RPM. The free-standing motor unit is completely separate from the turntable, connected only by the drive belt, preventing motor-induced noise and vibrations from affecting playback. The Orbe screw-down record clamp allows greater force to be applied when clamping vinyl to the platter, further flattening warped records and eliminating resonance. Low contact area feet minimize vibration transfer from the supporting surface, enhancing overall sound quality. Michell Orbe SE Options Tonearms Options Michell TecnoArm 2: The TecnoArm 2 is engineered for audiophile-level performance and exceptional value. Its custom one-piece arm tube is shot-blasted to reduce ringing and precision-drilled to minimize mass. Ultra-low friction polymer bearings and a redesigned mounting base enhance stability and precision. Wired with 99.9999% pure silver litz wire from cartridge tags to phono plugs, it ensures signal purity without internal wiring joints. The TecnoWeight counterweight system allows precise tracking force adjustment, while the VTA/SRA adjuster ensures accurate stylus alignment for optimal playback. Designed to compete with tonearms at significantly higher price points, the TecnoArm 2 is a standout choice for vinyl enthusiasts. Michell T8 Tonearm: The T8 Tonearm, developed in partnership with Audiomods, is crafted for audiophiles seeking uncompromising playback precision. Machined from a single billet for resonance control and structural integrity, it includes continuous silver internal wiring, stainless steel bearings, and fully adjustable VTA, azimuth, and anti-skate. The T8 is the perfect match for Michell's Orbe models, providing high-resolution detail and a mechanically superior platform for cartridge performance. Rega RB3000: The Rega RB3000 is a high-precision tonearm built from a single-piece aluminum casting for rigidity and low-friction performance. Hand-polished and fitted with upgraded bearings, it delivers smooth tracking and refined detail retrieval. Its minimal-joint design reduces unwanted vibration, making it a strong match for listeners prioritizing clarity and tonal control. Cartridge Options CUSIS E: The entry-level moving-coil cartridge from Michell Audio features an elliptical stylus and aluminium cantilever built into a rigid aluminium chassis. It offers notable value and good performance for its price, making it a strong choice for vinyl listeners upgrading from an older MM or starter MC. CUSIS E/H: A high-output version of the CUSIS E that retains the same body and construction but delivers higher output for use with MM phono stages. It gives flexibility in system compatibility without sacrificing the cartridge's fundamental design strengths. CUSIS S: A refined moving-coil cartridge that elevates the line with a Shibata stylus, boron cantilever and larger, vibration-controlled chassis. It offers more detail, deeper insight and wider frequency response than the entry models, making it a compelling option for serious analog systems. CUSIS M: The top of the range moving-coil from Michell Audio, built without cost constraints. It integrates a Microline stylus, high-precision generator, carbon-loaded acrylic body and large aluminium chassis to maximise detail, neutrality and dynamic capability. Ideal for listeners demanding reference-level vinyl performance. All selected tonearm and cartridge options are professionally mounted, aligned, and checked by our team before delivery. The Listening Room Experience At The Listening Room, we take pride in offering more than just high-fidelity audio equipment. We provide expert advice, personalized service, and a commitment to helping you find the perfect sound system for your space. From delivery to custom setup, our goal is to ensure that every piece of equipment you purchase performs at its absolute best in your environment. Trust us to be your partners in the pursuit of exceptional sound. Specifications Weight 13.5 kg Dimensions 49 cm (W) x 37.5 cm (D) x 15 cm (H) Platter Thickness 60 mm Platter Material Vibration-damping material (acrylic/vinyl) Feet Solid aluminum with low contact area Suspension System Three-point spring Sub-Chassis Weighted pendulum-style Main Bearing Inverted oil circulating with modified Archimedean screw Platter Extra heavy impedance-matched Motor Unit Free-standing motor unit Power Supply Orbe controller with Never Connected™ circuitry and servo motor control Speeds 33.3 and 45 rpm Record Clamp Orbe screw-down design Upgrade Options Upgradable to full Orbe with double plinth and dustcover Tonearm TecnoArm 2 Cartridge Not included: Contact us for pairing recommendations. Your table, your sound.
