Fluance RT85 Reference High Fidelity Vinyl Turntable Record Player with Ortofon 2M Blue Cartridge, Acrylic Platter, Speed Control Motor High Mass MDF Wood Plinth Vibration Isolation Feet - Piano Black

What a great experience.

I recently had to replace one of my turntables. I own a VPI Scout and replaced a Shinola Runwell with the less expensive RT 85 Fluance. After three years, the Shinola Runwell developed a tracking problem. I sent it back to Shinola for repair (Shinola has a great warranty). When the turntable was sent back, the motor was damaged. Due to the pandemic, Shinola offered to replace it but production was delayed. Eventually the replacement turntable arrived after two months. Unfortunately, it was also damaged upon delivery. The motor made a noise during rotation. Shinola agreed to refund my money. The Shinola was a $2500.00 turntable.

We’ve had records kicking around for 35yrs. which was the last time I listened to a record. Everything is new to me again but this is the piece I decided centre my new system around after lots of reading & Utube. I thought about starting at one of their lower models but after doing the math, the RT85 was the way to go. There is a some assembly required but it is pretty easy. Everything went together smoothly and this thing is simple, solid and sounds great. Doesn’t have all those novelty gimmicks, but I like it that way, less to go wrong. Just the features I want (KISS) and it sounds great with the premium stylist cartridge.

The RT 85 arrived in perfect condition. It took about 20 minutes to assemble and hook up to my pre-amp and receiver. Couldnt be happier with its quality and performance.

This’s the second time that I buy this product and the same thing happens that the shut off doesn’t work

Good decision and great value and performance with the price. I will highly recommend

Value for the money cant be beat

as a Novice wanting more without spending a lot. One of the best options and in my opinion the best.

I dont often write reviews, but this turntable deserves one. Once I got the tracking and anti-skate adjusted, it sounds amazing. I prefer the sound of vinyl over CDs. It is as if the artists are actually performing in the room! Im using a Pro-ject Phono Box MM preamplifier and love its full range. I couldnt be happier!

Beautiful and well constructed turntable. Flawless performance from a well constructed player with an outstanding cartridge. You can spend more and get better, but your not going to find better at this price.