U-Turn Audio

U-Turn Orbit Basic Review

4.6/5 (1,840 reviews)

A well-built, no-nonsense belt-drive turntable made in the USA. Excellent starting point for serious first-time buyers.

Typically $200–$250

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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 OM5E

First-time buyers who want quality build and sound without unnecessary features

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