Turntables — Wilson Audio Greenwich

The Greenwich is an accomplished direct-drive turntable from Wilson Audio, built as the entry point into the brand's GMT analogue architecture, sharing the same Alpha-Omega drive platform used in the flagship Prime Meridian and GMT One turntables. The Greenwich brings Wilson's most storied direct-drive engineering to a serious, complete analogue playback platform.

Key specs that matter

Three speeds are supported - 33, 45, and 78rpm - via the patented OMEGA Direct Drive motor, a 15-inch slotless synchronous motor using a radial-force design with 21 precision-wound coils and 14 NdFeB magnets, arranged to create a uniform magnetic field that governs rotor synchronicity without requiring complex feedback compensation. The ultra-low-torque motor operates at 4Hz, below the range audible to humans and avoiding the wow-and-flutter frequency region. The ALPHA Drive electronic control system generates quartz-referenced multi-phase sine-wave signals for exceptionally stable rotation. The Greenwich comes with a tonearm pre-installed and integrates seamlessly with Wilson's own Graviton Ti tonearm and Tessellate Ti cartridge. At a substantial 64kg, the Greenwich represents a serious commitment reflecting the brand's considered engineering standards.

Sound and use context

Expect exceptionally stable, precise rotational speed reflecting the OMEGA Direct Drive's inaudible 4Hz operating frequency and elimination of sideways bearing forces, delivering optimal plain-bearing conditions and reduced noise, friction, and vibration.

Pairing

The Greenwich integrates seamlessly with Wilson's own Graviton Ti tonearm and can be configured with the Tessellate Ti cartridge, R1 Carbon Rack, and VTA control system for a complete matched system.

Alternatives

Wilson's own Prime Meridian and GMT One offer more elaborate alternatives sharing the same core Alpha-Omega drive platform within the same broader GMT collection.