Fluance
Fluance RT83B Bamboo Turntable 14.99 lbs
Reference turntable with Ortofon 2M Red cartridge, servo-controlled motor at 0.07% wow/flutter, and high-mass MDF plinth for pure analog playback
- TypeTurntable
- ColorBamboo
- Weight14.99 lbs
- Pure analog warmth from precision belt-drive mechanics
- Ortofon 2M Red cartridge delivers 5.5 mV open dynamic sound
- Servo speed control holds 0.07 % wow and flutter
- High-mass MDF plinth with isolation feet blocks micro-vibrations
- Balanced S-shaped tonearm tracks grooves with no signal electronics
Pure analog vinyl turntable
The Fluance RT83B is a belt-drive turntable built for listeners who want a warm, uncompressed analog experience. It arrives with an Ortofon 2M Red elliptical cartridge already fitted, so the system is ready to play records straight from the box. The 5.5mV output from the cartridge feeds a phono stage directly without extra electronics in the signal path.
High mass MDF plinth with bamboo finish
A dense MDF wood plinth adds mass to suppress resonance, while the real bamboo veneer gives the cabinet a natural look. Adjustable damping feet decouple the platter from the surface it sits on, reducing micro-vibrations that can colour the sound. The isolated servo-controlled motor with optical speed sensor keeps wow and flutter at 0.07%, maintaining consistent platter velocity during playback.
Upgrades entry-level tables with built-in preamps
This turntable replaces all-in-one suitcase players or budget models that rely on ceramic cartridges and internal amplification. The jump is worth it when the listener wants a balanced S-shaped tonearm, a genuine moving-magnet cartridge and a signal path free of added circuitry. Buyers who need wireless streaming or a USB output for digitising vinyl will not find those functions here.
Highlights
- Pure analog warmth from precision belt-drive mechanics
- Ortofon 2M Red cartridge delivers 5.5 mV open dynamic sound
- Servo speed control holds 0.07 % wow and flutter
- High-mass MDF plinth with isolation feet blocks micro-vibrations
- Balanced S-shaped tonearm tracks grooves with no signal electronics
Specifications
| Brand | Fluance |
|---|---|
| Model | RT83B |
| Part Number | RT83B |
| Type | Turntable |
| Color | Bamboo |
| Weight | 14.99 lbs |
Questions about this item
What does the 0.07% wow and flutter figure mean for playback?
The servo-controlled belt drive motor with optical sensor continuously measures and adjusts platter velocity, keeping speed variation to 0.07% wow and flutter for consistent pitch.
What space and surface does the 14.99 lb plinth require?
The high-mass MDF wood plinth with adjustable resonance-damping feet needs a stable, level shelf that can support 14.99 lbs and enough clearance for the dust cover to open fully.
How is the Ortofon 2M Red cartridge installed and what step is often missed?
The cartridge comes pre-mounted on the S-shaped tonearm; the critical step is removing the stylus guard and setting the tracking force to the cartridge's recommended range before playing.
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