Linn LP12 Bedrok Plinth
£8,750.00 inc. VAT
The Linn LP12 Bedrok Plinth is a high-performance structural upgrade for the Sondek LP12, constructed from densified laminated beech to provide a significantly more rigid and stable foundation for the turntable.
- Premium plinth upgrade for the Linn Sondek LP12
- Constructed from densified laminated beech
- Designed to increase structural rigidity and stability
- Supports more consistent operation of the LP12 mechanics
- Suitable for ambitious LP12 upgrade builds
- Professional installation available from Rococo Systems
Installation: Bedrok forms part of the structural foundation of the LP12 and should be professionally installed and set up as part of the complete turntable.
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The Linn LP12 Bedrok Plinth is a high-performance structural upgrade for the Sondek LP12, replacing the traditional wooden plinth with a substantially more rigid structure made from densified laminated beech.
Designed for customers taking their LP12 to a more ambitious level, Bedrok creates a stronger and more stable foundation for the turntable mechanics, helping the bearing, suspension, motor, sub-chassis and tonearm work from a more controlled structural platform.
A stronger foundation for the Sondek LP12
Why the LP12 plinth matters
The Sondek LP12 is a precision mechanical system. Its performance depends on maintaining accurate relationships between the main bearing, suspension, sub-chassis, motor, tonearm and cartridge.
The plinth forms the structural framework around those components, so increasing its rigidity gives the rest of the turntable a more stable foundation from which to operate.
The Linn LP12 Bedrok Plinth takes this principle significantly further than a conventional timber plinth through its dense laminated beech construction.
Densified laminated beech
Bedrok is constructed from layers of beech that are subjected to an intensive densification process, creating an exceptionally rigid structural material.
Greater mechanical stability
The more rigid plinth provides a stable reference for the LP12 mechanics, helping the turntable operate as a more controlled mechanical system.
Designed for serious LP12 builds
Bedrok is particularly relevant to higher-specification LP12s where the surrounding components are capable of benefiting from a stronger structural foundation.
Performance before decoration
More than a cosmetic LP12 upgrade
The plinth is one of the most visually distinctive parts of a Sondek LP12, but Bedrok is fundamentally an engineering upgrade rather than simply an alternative finish.
Increasing the rigidity of the outer structure helps reduce unwanted movement within the mechanical foundation of the turntable, allowing the components mounted to it to work from a more consistent reference point.
That becomes increasingly valuable as an LP12 moves towards higher-performance components such as Keel, Radikal, Ekos SE and premium moving-coil cartridges.
The result is an upgrade designed to support the performance of the complete turntable rather than change one isolated part of the replay chain.
Engineered differently
What makes the Bedrok Plinth different?
A traditional LP12 plinth is made from solid timber. Bedrok takes a different approach, using multiple layers of beech that are compressed and densified to form a much harder and more structurally consistent material.
This construction gives the Linn LP12 Bedrok Plinth substantially greater rigidity, creating a more stable housing for the mechanics of the turntable.
It remains unmistakably part of the Sondek LP12 visually, but underneath the familiar proportions sits a significantly more sophisticated structural component.
Precision from the outside in
A foundation for the whole LP12
The performance of an LP12 is determined by the interaction of its components rather than a single headline specification.
The bearing must remain stable. The suspension must move correctly. The motor must drive the platter consistently. The sub-chassis, armboard and tonearm must maintain their relationship to the record groove.
Bedrok strengthens the structure surrounding that entire mechanical system.
For a highly developed LP12, improving the foundation can allow the performance of the components already fitted to the deck to be realised more effectively.
Structural upgrade
Replaces the LP12’s conventional wooden plinth with a significantly more rigid structural foundation.
Works with the wider deck
Bedrok complements other high-performance LP12 components rather than replacing the role of the bearing, sub-chassis, motor or tonearm.
Professionally installed
Correct installation requires the turntable to be rebuilt and precisely set up so the new plinth becomes part of a properly tuned LP12.
Planning the right upgrade path
Should Bedrok be your next LP12 upgrade?
Bedrok is a substantial upgrade, but that does not mean it should automatically be the next component fitted to every Sondek LP12.
The best upgrade path depends on the specification of the turntable you already own. A deck using an earlier bearing, sub-chassis, power supply or tonearm may benefit more from addressing one of those areas first.
On a more developed LP12, however, the increased structural integrity provided by Bedrok can become an important part of extracting more from the components already fitted.
Rococo Systems can assess the current specification of your LP12 and recommend where Bedrok sits within the most effective upgrade path rather than simply recommending the most expensive next component.
Bedrok, Keel and Radikal
Different upgrades, different jobs
Bedrok, Keel and Radikal are all significant LP12 upgrades, but each addresses a different area of the turntable.
Bedrok upgrades the main plinth and structural foundation of the deck.
Keel upgrades the sub-chassis and armboard structure that supports the bearing and tonearm.
Radikal upgrades the motor control and power-supply architecture.
They therefore complement one another within a high-performance LP12 rather than acting as substitutes for the same component.
Rococo LP12 expertise
Installed as part of the complete turntable
A Bedrok upgrade involves rebuilding and setting up the LP12 around its new structural foundation. Correct installation is therefore every bit as important as the component itself.
LP12 upgrade advice
Is the Linn LP12 Bedrok Plinth right for your turntable?
Rococo Systems can review your current Sondek LP12 specification and advise whether Bedrok is the most effective next step for your deck.
Read Linn LP12 Bedrok Plinth details and specifications
Linn LP12 Bedrok Plinth specifications
Product overview
Installation
What is the Linn LP12 Bedrok Plinth?
The Linn LP12 Bedrok Plinth is a premium structural upgrade for the Sondek LP12. It replaces the conventional timber plinth with a substantially more rigid structure constructed from densified laminated beech.
What does Bedrok change?
Bedrok changes the main structural foundation surrounding the LP12 mechanics. Its increased rigidity creates a more stable framework for the bearing, suspension, sub-chassis, motor and tonearm assemblies.
What is included?
The £8,750 price covers one Linn Bedrok plinth. It is not a complete turntable and does not include the bearing, sub-chassis, motor, tonearm, cartridge or other LP12 components.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Linn LP12 Bedrok Plinth made from?
Bedrok is constructed from densified laminated beech, creating a much more rigid structural material than a conventional solid timber LP12 plinth.
Is Bedrok compatible with the Linn Sondek LP12?
Yes. Bedrok is specifically designed as a premium replacement plinth for the Sondek LP12.
Is Bedrok just a cosmetic upgrade?
No. Its primary purpose is structural performance. Although replacing the plinth naturally changes part of the turntable’s appearance, Bedrok is engineered to provide a more rigid and stable mechanical foundation.
What is the difference between Bedrok and a standard LP12 plinth?
A conventional LP12 plinth uses traditional timber construction. Bedrok uses densified laminated beech to create a significantly more rigid structure around the turntable mechanics.
What is the difference between Bedrok and Keel?
Bedrok replaces the main outer plinth of the LP12. Keel is a machined sub-chassis and armboard upgrade. They improve different structural areas of the turntable and can be used together within a higher-specification LP12.
What is the difference between Bedrok and Radikal?
Bedrok is a structural plinth upgrade. Radikal upgrades the LP12 motor control and power supply. They perform completely different roles within the turntable.
Should I buy Bedrok before Keel or Radikal?
There is no universal upgrade order. The best next step depends on the current specification of your LP12. Rococo Systems can assess the complete deck and recommend which upgrade is likely to provide the strongest value within your particular system.
Can Bedrok be fitted to an existing LP12?
Yes, subject to confirming the specification of the existing turntable. The deck must be transferred into the new plinth and professionally rebuilt and set up afterwards.
Does Bedrok require professional installation?
Yes, professional installation is strongly recommended. Replacing the plinth involves dismantling and rebuilding significant parts of the LP12, followed by alignment and suspension setup.
Can Rococo Systems install the Linn LP12 Bedrok Plinth?
Yes. Rococo Systems can assess your existing LP12, install Bedrok and complete the necessary rebuild and turntable setup as part of the upgrade.
| Product Type | LP12 Components, Upgrades |
|---|---|
| Linn Range | Sondek LP12 |
| Compatible With | Sondek LP12 |
| Component type | Turntable plinth |
| Material | Densified laminated beech |
| Installation | Professional installation recommended |
| Supplied quantity | 1 plinth |
