Fluance
Fluance RT85 Reference Turntable Review
A favorite in the $250-$600 range for sound quality, especially with the included cartridge.
Typically $600+
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Quick Specs
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- Drive Type ⓘ Belt drive = quieter listening, great for home use. Direct drive = instant start/stop, good if you want to DJ or scratch records.
- belt
- Speeds ⓘ This tells you which records you can play. 33 RPM plays full albums, 45 RPM plays singles. If it includes 78, you can also play old vintage records from your grandparents' collection.
- 33, 45 RPM
- Built-in Preamp ⓘ Yes = plug directly into any speakers and you're ready to go. No = you'll need to buy a separate preamp ($50-150) or use a receiver with a 'phono' input.
- No
- USB Output ⓘ Yes = you can plug into your computer and save your vinyl as digital files to listen on your phone. No = vinyl only, no digital copies.
- No
- Cartridge ⓘ This is the part that actually touches your records. A good cartridge means better sound quality. You can always upgrade this later without buying a new turntable.
- Ortofon 2M Blue
What We Like
- ✓ Excellent cartridge included for the price
- ✓ Strong audiophile-leaning sound
- ✓ Great build for sub-$600
What Could Be Better
- ✗ No built-in preamp
- ✗ Manual speed change
Best For
Listeners who want high-fidelity sound and don't mind an external preamp
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