Introducing the Vertere DG-X, a remarkable evolution of the original Dynamic Groove concept. Engineered to enhance every aspect of the DG-1’s performance without significantly raising its price, the DG-X simplifies setup while boosting design resilience and serviceability.  This ensures uncompromised performance with substantial improvements.

The iconic “flat beam” arm design remains, but advancements include a new bearing system, inspired by the TPA design from the SG series tonearms and a removable arm beam.  This also brings notable enhancements in playback chassis isolation and an updated earthing design, allowing users to link or unlink the signal earth on their player.

The modular main platter bearing assembly improves interface with the sub-plinth for superior performance.  Access to the motor and motor drive PCB is streamlined for service, and transit screws are now more accessible for removal and reinstallation.

Setting up the Vertere DG-X is faster and more efficient than ever. Factory pack players ship with cartridges and counterweights fully set up and ready to play.  A second complete arm beam at an attractive price point offers flexibility for users with special cartridges, enabling quick changes within a minute. Each arm beam is fully adjustable, protecting settings during removal and reinstallation.

Compared to packs available to the previous iteration, the DG-1S, the Vertere DG-X packs offer significant performance enhancements, especially with the new LunA DC power supply.  A new colour is also available.  To complement the DG-X, a dedicated Iso-Platform is designed to enhance its performance as a standalone unit or as a wall-mounted component. To complete your setup, adding a Vertere Phono-1 LX phono stage will further lift and enhance performance.

The Vertere DG-X is a culmination of innovative design and high-quality engineering, delivering a seamless and high-performing audio experience for discerning music enthusiasts.

Available Packages

There are 5 packages available to choose from when you order a new Vertere DG-X. Further details on each package are below:

RAW Package – DG-X Turntable, Grooverunner X Arm beam, DC2 Power Supply, Technomat, Earthing Lead and Stylus Balance. No cartridge or interconnect cables are included.

Sabre Lite Package – DG-X Turntable, Grooverunner X Arm beam fitted with Sabre Lite Cartridge, DC2 Power Supply, Technomat, Earthing Lead, Stylus Balance, and 1m Pair of Blackline RCA interconnect.

Sabre Package – DG-X Turntable, Grooverunner X Arm beam fitted with Sabre Cartridge, DC2 Power Supply, Technomat, Earthing Lead, Stylus Balance and 1m Pair of Redline RCA interconnect.

Dark Sabre Package – DG-X Turntable, Grooverunner X Arm beam fitted with Dark Sabre Cartridge, DC2 Power Supply, Technomat, Earthing Lead and Stylus Balance, 1m Pair of Redline RCA interconnect, 2m Redline Mains Cable.

Mystic II Package – DG-X Turntable, Grooverunner X Arm beam fitted with Mystic II Cartridge, DC2 Power Supply, Technomat, Earthing Lead and Stylus Balance, 1.15m Pair of VeRum RCA interconnect, 2m Redline Mains Cable.

Technical Specifications

DG-X Turntable:
Type: Belt drive
Motor: Synchronous with Acetal Spindle Thrust Bearing
Motor Mount: Axially De-coupled
Pulley: Super Precision Aluminium Alloy
Drive Belt: Bespoke Silicone Rubber – Round Section
Platter DG X: Precision Machined Aluminium Alloy, PETG Bonded Record Interface Mat + Vertere Technomat, Underside Bonded Resonance Control Disc + Bonded Protective Cork/Neoprene/Nitrile Disc
Bearing Spindle DG X: Non Magnetic Stainless Steel, Super Precision Machined and Mirror Polished, Roundness / Concentricity < 5 Microns
Bearing Housing: Brass Alloy; Super Precision Machined, Bore Tolerance < 5 Microns, Super Precision Tungsten Carbide Thrust Ball
Plinth Structure: 3 Layer Non-resonant Cast Acrylic ‘sandwich’, Middle Clear Plinth, Internally Illuminated
Isolation System: 4 Point Compression Decoupled
Support Structure: Black Coated Zinc Plated Steel Chassis, Aluminium Resonance Control Pad, Three Adjustable Feet with Resistive Felt
Motor Drive: Advanced Microprocessor Controlled, Fully Programmable with Motor Noise Reduction, Bridged Balanced Motor Output Amplifiers
Speeds: 33.3 and 45 rpm (+/- 0.35%), 33 or 45 – Electronically Selectable
Dust Cover: Bespoke Tinted Low Resonance Acrylic
Dimensions: (W x D x H) 469 x 384 x 130mm (including dust cover)
Power Supply: Vertere DC-2 Desktop | 100 – 240 Vac with Detachable Mains Cable (UK, US, EU, CH and AUS Wall Plugs Available)
Finishes: Gloss Black, White & Red
Weight: 8kg – Net

Grooverunner X Tonearm:
Type: Vertere Tri Point Articulated
Effective Length: 240mm
Overhang: 17.5mm
Offset Angle: 22.9°
Bearing Structure: Precision Captive Silicon Nitride Balls (x3), Non-magnetic Stainless point – VTA Adjustable
Counterweight: Stainless Steel With Fine Azimuth Adjustable Screw & End Weights
Front Beam Low Mass Counterweight: Stainless Steel Block with Fine Tracking Weight and Arm/Cartridge Resonance Tuning
Internal Wiring: Vertere Pulse Wiring; Detachable From Tonearm Bearing Pillar with Bespoke Gold Plated Output RCA Sockets.Floating, Chassis & Signal Ground Shield/Grounding Options
Weight: 310g