Yup, it's the one with the Pioneer Stable Platter. Since Pioneers with this mechanism are rather common I could pick one up secondhand to use for spare-parts. The reason I'm interested in the Audio Alchemy is that I can get it for a good price, while the Northstar, which I like, is rather expensive.
Experience with Audio Alchemy DDS pro transport
Since my PS Audio transport has quit breathing I have to buy another transport. I'm thinking of buying the Audio Alchemy DDS pro + DDS PSU pro power supply. It'll be combined with an Northstar Design Model 192 DAC with either the AES/EBU connection or the I2S connection. Does anybody have any experience with this transport?