Acoustic Signature: German Precision Turntables & Tonearms

In 1996, Acoustic Signature was established in Suessen, located in the district of Goeppingen in Baden-Wuerttemberg. Gunther Frohnhoefer, the managing director and chief developer, introduced the first high-mass turntable manufactured by Acoustic Signature just one year later. This achievement brought the company worldwide recognition and a reputation of innovators.

Acoustic Signature expanded its product range to include tonearms and analog accessories and became a prominent player in the international high-end market. Its distribution partners are located on all five continents.

Acoustic Signature Philosophy: Engineering Perfection Made in Germany

At Acoustic Signature, the philosophy is anchored in the absolute promise of quality “Made in Germany”. Every single product is 100% handmade at our headquarters in Süßen, near Stuttgart. We do not simply assemble; we create mechanical masterpieces using high-quality materials sourced from the best suppliers in the region.

Our production process combines state-of-the-art CAD/CAM systems with cutting-edge CNC technology to ensure outstanding product functionality and perfect haptics. We are driven by a passion for the smallest details, developing our own proprietary technologies to create highly appealing design icons. This relentless pursuit of excellence allows us to offer individual customization for maximum performance and unparalleled reliability, backed by a 15-year warranty on all NEO turntables and a 5-year warranty on all NEO tonearms.

Proprietary Technologies: The Science of Silence

Acoustic Signature AVC – Automatic Vibration Control

The Anti-Vibration Control (AVC) system is a pioneering milestone in drive technology, developed to eliminate motor-induced vibrations at the source. Unlike standard power supplies, AVC measures the resulting distortions in the motor signals in real time and automatically adjusts phase shifts to correct them immediately. This active digital monitoring ensures a drastic reduction in vibration, resulting in a smoother, quieter drive. Depending on the turntable model and motor configuration, this technology is implemented in three stages of intensity, with Level 3 offering the highest efficiency for multi-motor designs.

Acoustic Signature CLD – Constraint Layer Damping

To achieve a rigid yet acoustically inert chassis, Acoustic Signature employs an advanced Constraint Layer Damping (CLD) method based on finite element design principles. This mechanical engineering technique involves sandwiching materials with different damping properties to absorb and minimize resonance more effectively than solid materials alone. By refining this concept over 20 years, the current NEO generation chassis delivers a significantly “blacker” background and increased transparency, providing the stable foundation required for breathtaking musicality and larger stereo imaging.

Acoustic Signature DTD® – Dura Turn Diamond Bearing

The Dura Turn Diamond (DTD®) bearing sets a new benchmark in precision engineering, designed to be virtually indestructible while minimizing noise and friction. The spindle features a diamond-like surface coating that rivals the hardest materials on earth, reducing the friction coefficient by 60 percent compared to standard designs. This ultra-precise, rigid bearing creates the optimal conditions for absolute high-end sound and requires zero maintenance—no oil refills or replenishment are ever necessary. Each DTD® bearing is manufactured individually to match the specific turntable it serves.