WTP’s Serene Project For Linn Sondek LP12

WTP Audio is launching the Serene Project, six upgrades designed and manufactured in Britain to act as upgrades for the Linn  Sondek LP12

The Serene Project comprises six components, all of which have been designed to improve the performance of the part it replaces while maintaining compatibility with the original components.

Arm Board (£48-54) or Sub-Chassis (£199)

Arm Board & Sub-Chassis (£220)

The boards can be used together or with their standard Linn counterpart. Made in the UK from a material called Solid Surface, composed of acrylic polymer and aluminium among other minerals, “It is profoundly inert,” said the company. “The underlying issue with the standard sub chassis and arm board is the connection between the two. Over time, it loosens and the wooden thread becomes weak. Our Arm Boards use metal threaded inserts, to ensure a solid connection with the Sub-Chassis that won’t loosen or deteriorate over time.”

Serene Base Board (£120)

The Serene Base Board is machined from 12mm thick Solid Surface and has three adjustable Sorbothane feet, “Together they provide a stable platform dissipating external and internal vibrations from roaming free within the LP12,” said the company. Holes have been cut out to allow for easy access to the springs and arm board. It is recessed to sit flush and keep the original look of the LP12.

Serene Cross Brace (£36)

The crystal on the LP12 power supply is very sensitive to vibrations. This component is crucial in delivering a uniformed frequency and obtaining a constant torque from the motor. The Serene Cross Brace is an, “…inert platform to empower your Valhalla and/or Hercules power supplies to perform at their best, as well as stiffening up the original wood plinth,” said the company. To supplement the seating of the acrylic, WTP uses rubber studs to mount the circuit board to, “…eradicate any remaining vibrations entering or exiting the power supply.”

Serene Plinth (£850) includes base Serene Baseboard

Weighing 5kg, it again uses Solid Surface as the material of choice. It apparently took over a year and 12 prototypes to finalise the modification. The plinths are available in black or white as standard, alternatively you can choose from over 80 colour options. Fluted plinths are also an option. All the holes have threaded brass inserts in for easy installation and longevity. The plinth comes with the Solid Surface Baseboard and Cross Brace as standard.

Serene Top Plate

“The standard top plate has some major weaknesses,” said WTP. “It’s made from 1.5mm thick stainless steel which over time can warp, which in turn offsets the suspension alignment. Our top plates incorporate an advanced vibration dissipation layer.”

Serene Top Plate Standard (£120-140) Introductory Offer (£100)

The first layer is made from 1.5mm high-grade stainless steel or aluminium. This layer fits flush with the top of the plinth. The second layer is a 2mm of stainless steel that adds an extra level of thickness to help prevent warping, sandwiched between the two is a vibration dampening layer

Serene Top Plate 7mm (£200-£220) Introductory offer (£155)

The first layer can either be brushed stainless steel or aluminium. The second layer is made from 5mm thick aluminium that is machined flat on both sides, sandwiched between the two is a vibration dampening layer.

The company also offers three kits:

Kit 1: Cross-brace, Arm board, Base Board (£264-£270)

Kit 2: Plinth, Cross Brace, Base board, Top Plate (£1,020–£1,038)

Kit 3: All components (£1,200–£1,224)

The above includes a 60 day money back guarantee. Free delivery on all UK orders.

To learn more, click wtpaudio.co.uk or call 07710235333 or email [email protected]