Continuum Obsidian/Viper

摘要

Looks can be deceiving, especially if you first see a Continuum Obsidian turntable and Viper arm fully-assembled. Its three-legged, dust-coverless design recalls innumerable open-plan decks from affordable up to high-five-figure absurdity. Then you note the Continuum's price tag and realise it's of the latter: the Obsidian sells for £39,998, the Viper £11,998. Generously, you can save a grand buying the pair for £49,998. As this is a print article and not a video, you can neither hear my sharp intake of breath nor see the shaking of my head. Yes, ol' KK, who's been apologising for obscenely-priced gear for nearly 40 years, is reaching his militant capitalist limits. The problem? Next to the Obsidian is the TechDAS Air Force Ⅲ Premium [HFN Jun '19], one of its more obvious rivals, and a must-compare for any potential customer.