This thing sounds as good as it looks. It is extremely easy to set up and use. I’m really new to vinyl but have had an extremely positive experience so far!

Great sound, easy set up. Remarkably different than

After receiving a Crosely as a Christmas present that broke down after (not kidding) 5 uses years ago, I figured vinyl just wasn't for me. However, after recently doing quite a bit of research I found out that the best affordable (and aesthetically pleasing) record player for me would be the Fluance RT-81. I was very impressed with the level of quality the product had for the price point and It sounds as amazing as it looks. I would highly recommend this player above all other entry level players for anyone starting out like me.

For the price, really a solid and accurate player.

Beautiful look and sound paired with professional quality. The RT81 is a great choice for someone who is wanting a turntable that will last and be handed down to future generations of music lovers!

My wife and I have been planning on buying a turntable for some time. Ignorantly, we thought we'd just pick up one of those generic all-in-one units from a big box store. Thankfully, I did some research prior to making the purchase. While the R81 is certainly more money than we were planning on spending, it is well worth the price. We couldn't be happier with the quality. The only thing we're bummed about is that the 20th Anniversary model was sold out!

An excellent starter option. We love it so much we are upgrading to a higher end one already!

I did a lot of research into "intro level" TT's. What sold me on the RT81 was the auto stop and build quality. I bought this as an xmas gift for my partner and we are not disappointed on either note. The auto stop has already come in handy.

We started off with Bill Callahan's "Apocalypse". And while I haven't had vinyl as my primary music source since the late 80's I know how to listen. We were blown away by the texture and space of the music. The experience instantly turned us into pretentious audiophile douchebags. Going record shopping today.

My friend has a P*****t TT. It is fiddley and over engineered. Who wants to play with weights on strings anyway? The Fluance was easy to set up, easy to balance and sounded great even though HK computer speakers. The cueing lever is included (unlike some other brands) and easy to use. And the wood finish (worth the extra $) is beautiful. The weight of the unit is great. It is substantial and well made.

What I really like is that the TT can grow with us. We can upgrade the cartridge and plater and turn off the preamp. Very very happy with the purchase and would highly recommend.

Very nice smooth operation. Good sound and quality build for the money.

After many years of not having record player, I have decided to get one again. I've done quite a bit of research and was comparing between different brands. In the end Fluance RT81 won. I've listened to may records in my life on different equipment, as even though there are better turntables, I believe this one is one of the best if not The Best at this price range.
I had it now for few weeks and every time I listen to a record I am genuinely impressed.
Great job Fluance... highly recommended.

First turntable purchase after much deliberation between other competitors. I do not regret my purchase at all. Sound quality is great and the heavy plinth and other materials are quality. Speed wasn't perfect right out of the box but it was an easy enough fix with the adjustment screws at the bottom.

First turntable purchase after much debate amongst other competitors. Very happy with it. Speed wasn't perfectly accurate right out of the box but was easy enough to fix. Heavy plinth and everything feels quality.

Love the turntable. Wanted the natural wood color, got the black and it is actually really sharp looking in person. Easier to fit with your other decor as well.

So far, it sounds great. Prefer the internal phono preamp to the one built into my power speakers as well. Nice that this deck can grow as you like, replacing parts along the way to notch up as needed.

Happy day when the RT81arrived. The shipping was prompt. The protective packing was very well done. The enclosed instructions are superb. Made setting up a breeze. A lot thoughtful care went into this product. The Quality makes a very favorable impression. Frist time using it also added to that feeling. The turntable speed test was right on at 33.4. Wow and flutter at very low level. The only thing that concerned me was, I was hearing some what might be a slight inter groove distortion on clean records that didn't have that problem when played on an old Fisher TT with a decent Shure cartridge and stylus. I am no expert on what this fuzziness is I am hearing. The Rt81is supposed to be realigned but it did not match any protractor I have. Although it came close to the Loefgren 70.29/116.60 from vinylengine. com. I have not changed the factory alignment yet. I am assuming they got it right. I need more information. Prehaps Fluance can give me some guidance here. Like I said I'm no expert.

Just what I was looking for. Beautifuly designed. added a Ortfon Red 2M cart. Made it even better, just had to get the heavier counter weight. Sounds great and is a quality turntable.