Acoustic Solid Turntables made in Germany

Acoustic Solid and Acoustic Signature are the outcomes of a split of the partners some time ago. It’s easy to grasp the many commonalities among both companies’ offerings.
The Solid units compete very favorably in the entry-level segment and give you a good run for the money. They are reliable decks offered at reasonable prices, performing clearly at a higher level in comparison to the usual suspects - Regas, Pro-jects, cheap DD. There are many ways of effective tweaking and modding that owners go through with great results.
However, if you match one of the heavier and more expensive AS models with a very good tonearm and matching cartridge then play original pressings you’ll be surprised by a performance much better than the asked prices suggest.  

Not directly, but looking at the design they are nothing special. Standard bearing, very weak suspension system and no effective record coupling system. They are just another low tech, mass controlled, belt (string) driven turntable. They look nice but if you are buying a turntable for looks you are in the wrong hobby. Kuzma, SOTA, SME, and Basis all make more sophisticated turntables that are likely to perform better and all offer your choice of tonearm. 

Mike