RT81+ Elite High Fidelity Vinyl Turntable
Record Player with AT-VM95E Cartridge, Anti-Resonant Platter, Acrylic Mat, Phono Preamp, Wood Plinth, Adjustable Isolation Feet
$299.99
Color: Piano White
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PURE ANALOG LISTENING EXPERIENCE
Premium components allow this high-fidelity belt driven turntable to recreate the performance the way the artist intended
SUPERIOR VIBRATION ISOLATION
Three adjustable isolation feet, an acrylic mat with similar resonant frequency to vinyl, and a dampened aluminum anti-resonant platter, resulting in improved frequency response, enhanced imaging, and greater signal clarity
HIGH PERFORMANCE CARTRIDGE
The next generation Audio Technica VM95E, featuring a diamond elliptical stylus, VM series upgradability, and greater frequency response, is mounted on a removable headshell for easier cartridge swapping
HIGH MASS ENGINEERED PLINTH
The gorgeously finished cabinet is crafted from solid engineered (MDF) wood which results in superior isolation from unwanted vibrations
CAPTIVATING SIGNAL CLARITY
Featuring a built-in Texas Instruments phono preamp, gold-plated RCA connections, and a ground terminal that deliver warm, and true sound
Specifications
| Cabinet Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Cabinet Material | MDF |
| Finish | High Gloss White Real Wood Veneer |
| Dust Cover | Yes - Tinted |
| Turntable Specifications | |
| Drive System | Belt Drive |
| Motor | DC Motor |
| Motor Isolation | Three Point Rubber Isolation |
| Speed | 33 1/3 RPM, 45 RPM (78 RPM – No) |
| Speed Variation | +/- 1.00% |
| Wow and Flutter | 0.2% |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Weighted) | 67 dB or higher (A-weighted, 20 kHz LPF) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Unweighted) | 60 dB or higher (unweighted, 20 kHz LPF) |
| Platter | Dampened Aluminum |
| Diameter of Platter | 12 inch, 30 cm |
| Weight of Platter | 1.25 lb (566 g) |
| Height of Platter | 0.62 inches (16 mm) |
| Auto-Stop | Yes |
| Fully Automatic | No |
| Turntable Mat | Acrylic |
| Tonearm Type | Static Balanced, S-Type |
| Supported Cartridge Weight | 0.12 to 0.23 oz (3.5 to 6.5 g) |
| Counterweight | Yes – 3.53 oz (100 g) - Adjustable |
| Anti-skating Adjustment | Yes |
| Pivot Bearing | Yes |
| Cueing Lever | Yes |
| Tonearm Material | Aluminum |
| Tonearm Wire | 36 AWG Litz Cable / 7 Strand |
| Effective Tonearm Mass | 0.99 oz (28.2 g) |
| Overhang | 0.76 inches (19.2 mm) |
| Effective Tonearm Length | 8.82 inches (224 mm) |
| Headshell Mount | H-4 Bayonet Mount |
| Headshell Weight | 0.38 oz (10.7 g) |
| Tonearm Height | 0.67 inches (17 mm) |
| Cartridge Type | Dual Moving Magnet (MM) |
| Cartridge Model | Audio Technica: AT-VM95E |
| Replacement Stylus | Audio Technica-VMN95E |
| Stylus | 0.3 x 0.7 mil Bonded Eliptical (Diamond) |
| Cantilever | Aluminum |
| Mount | Half-inch |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22,000 Hz |
| Channel Separation | 20 dB at 1 kHz |
| Channel Balance | 2.0 dB or less at 1 kHz |
| Load Impedance/Capacitance | 47k Ohms - 100 pF |
| Output Voltage | 4.0 mV (+/- 3 dB) |
| Cartridge Weight | 6.1 g (+/-0.5 g) |
| Cartridge Height | 0.68 inches (17.2 mm) |
| Vertical Tracking Angle | 23 degrees (Non-Adjustable) |
| Rubber Belt Specifications | |
| Rubber Belt Design | Continuous loop (joint-less) |
| Width | 0.17 inches (4.5 mm) |
| Length | 21.03 inches (534.07 mm) |
| Thickness | 0.02 inches (0.6mm) |
| Connector | RCA (Gold-plated) |
| Phono Preamp | Yes, PHONO/LINE Switchable |
| Phono Output | 4.0 mV (+/- 3 dB) |
| Phono Bypass | Yes, all electronics bypassed when using external preamp |
| Line Output | 140 mV (-17 dBV) |
| Ground Terminal | Yes |
| Input | 100–240 V AC (50/60 Hz) |
| Output | 12 V / 500 mA |
| Consumption | 1.5 W |
| Dimensions | 6 (+/-0.5) x 16.5 x 14.25 inches / 14.6 (+/-1.25) x 41.9 x 36.2 cm (HxWxD) |
| Unit Weight | 14.1 lb (6.4 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | 20°C |
| Wireless Playback | No (Requires Bluetooth or WiFi transmitter connected via RCA connection to transmit audio wirelessly) |
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| Certifications | FCC Certified, RoHS, CUL/UL |
| UPC | 061783277133 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the RT81+ different from the RT81 and RT82?
The RT81+ bridges the gap between the Elite and Reference Series turntables by combining the built-in preamp of the Elite Series with the height adjustable isolation feet of the Reference Series, and adds a damped metal platter with an acrylic platter mat to prevent feedback by improving vibration isolation.
In addition, you also receive the AT-VM95 cartridge which is compatible with a wide range of stylus options from Audio-Technica.
Does this turntable have built in speakers?
Fluance turntables do not include built in speakers.
To use a Fluance turntable, connect it to a home theater receiver or amplifier for use with passive speakers, or connect it to a set of powered speakers such as the Ai41 Powered Bookshelf Speakers.
If your receiver or speakers do not have a specific PHONO input or integrated preamp, RT80 and RT81 both include an internal preamp for quick and easy setup.
When do I use the turntable’s built in preamp?
If you’re using an amplifier without a phono input, or powered speakers such as our Ai41 and Ai61 models, you will need to use the preamp by sliding the switch to the “LINE” position.
Can I install a different cartridge on this turntable?
The RT81+ includes the AT-VM95E. The AT-VM95 is compatible with the following styli:
AT-VM95C - Conical
AT-VM95E - Bonded Elliptical (included with RT81+)
AT-VM95EN - Nude Elliptical
AT-VM95ML - Microlinear
AT-VM95SH - Shibata
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