Fluance RT81 Elite High Fidelity Vinyl Turntable Record Player with Audio Technica AT95E Cartridge, Belt Drive, Built-in Preamp, Adjustable Counterweight, High Mass MDF Wood Plinth - Walnut
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Richard Marino
> 3 dayI should have purchased the next model up that provides arm return to position when the album is complete. This model is semi-automatic.
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Jerome
Greater than one weekI bought this turntable because I was getting into vinyl more seriously. I did not know much at the time, and learn a lot since, hence my reserves with the rt81.
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Hayley
> 3 dayAbsolutely love it, would highly recommend if you’re looking for a record player!
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ampwurx02
> 3 dayTakes me back to when I could go to the mall to buy a few albums and hear that scratchy vinyl sound with the organic recording done on Apex 2 tape... and cost less than my first one back in the 70s.
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Ryan
Greater than one weekSounds good, looks good. Easy setup, pre amp ready to go.
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Bill Leonard
> 3 dayPerfect
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C Tyrrell
12-06-2025This is one of the first reviews I have ever written on Amazon, but felt very inspired to do so! I have conducted SO MUCH research into trying to find a turntable that was true quality but also halfway affordable. There are so many things to spend this money on in trying to make ends meet in our crazy world today, but it was time I treated myself. Music is excellent personal therapy for day to day dealing with what ails our culture. Treat yourself!
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Glenn H. Hancock
> 3 dayI was very surprised with the record player and its quality. Very happy with it and looks awesome sitting wherever you put it.
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B Lass
10-06-2025This turntable replaced an older (30+years old) Pioneer PL 510 direct drive turntable. I was gifted a new amp and speaker but there was no phono input with built in pre-amp. Decided to buy a new turntable instead of just getting a preamp.
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Jerry L.
> 3 daySo far this turntable has been awesome. The setup was easy and it sounds great (in comparison to the decent AT-LP 60 that I replaced) It does take a bit to get adjusted to the manual operation, coming from an automatic record player, but the cue arm makes it pretty easy. It was packed very well from the factory and it looks as nice as it sounds.
Fluance’s RT81 High Fidelity Turntable plays traditional LP and EP vinyl records with stunning quality that achieves the purest sound reproduction. When you want the absolute best in music performance, pull out your favorite 33 1/3 or 45 RPM records, hook up your sound system, drop the needle, and immerse yourself in the Fluance RT81 Record Player. Your soul will be captivated by the crisp, distinguishing characteristics of the music you love. Premium components allow this belt driven turntable to produce a pure uncompressed listening experience that recreates the performance the way the artist intended.
Superior Stylus Makes for a Pure Analog Listening Experience
Your music will sound richer when the Audio Technica AT95E stylus rests in the grooves of your favorite vinyl record at a mere 2.0 grams of tracking force. The upgraded elliptical stylus is renowned for its freedom from noise and distortion, clarity on musical peaks, and channel balance.
Complete Clarity Without Compromising Your Collection
You"ll savor every note thanks to the balanced and adjustable counterweight of the S-Type tonearm. The fluid movement of the bearings within the tonearm coupled with the advanced anti-skating system practically caresses your record, preventing scratching and ensuring the stylus is perfectly rested deep in your record’s groove while splendidly coaxing the music out of your vinyl.
Premium Components
Captivating signal clarity is produced with a high quality Texas Instruments preamp, ground terminal and gold plated RCA line outputs that ensures high fidelity sound in its truest form.
Designed for Serious Performance
The walnut finished cabinet is crafted from solid audio-grade (MDF) wood which reduces vibrations to ensure the stylus provides the best possible signal. Sound isolation feet, an aluminum platter and a Rubber Platter Mat significantly reduce reverberation, leaving you with pure stereophonic sound.
What"s Included
RT81 Turntable
Dust Cover
45 Adapter
Rubber Platter Mat
3ft RCA Cable With Ground Wire
100V - 240V (50/60Hz) AC Power Adapter
Quick Start Guide
Lifetime Customer Support
Cabinet Specifications
Cabinet Material: MDF
Finish: High Gloss Walnut
Dust Cover: Yes - Tinted
Turntable Specifications
Drive System: Belt Drive
Motor: DC Motor
Speed: 33 1/3 RPM, 45 RPM (78 RPM - No)
Wow and Flutter: 0.2%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Weighted): 67dB or higher (A-weighted, 20kHz LPF)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Unweighted): 60dB or higher (unweighted, 20kHz LPF)
Platter: Aluminum
Diameter of Platter: 12", 30cm
Auto-Stop: Yes
Turntable Mat: Rubber
Rubber Belt Specifications
Width: 4.5mm
Length: 534.07mm
Thickness: 0.6mm
Tonearm Specifications
Tonearm Type: Static Balanced, S-Type
Supported Cartridge Weight: 3.5 to 6.5g
Anti-skating Adjustment: Yes
Pivot Bearing: Yes
Tonearm Material: Aluminum
Effective Tonearm Mass: 28.2 Grams
Overhang: 19.2mm
Effective Tonearm Length: 224mm
Headshell Mount: H-4 Bayonet Mount
Tonearm Height: 17mm
Tonearm Wire: 4 x 33 AWG Litz Cable
Power Specification
Input: 100V - 240V AC (50/60Hz)
Output: 12V / 500mA
Consumption: 1.5W
General Specifications
Dimensions: 16.5” x 5.5” x 13.75”
Unit Weight: 6.4 kg or 14.1 lbs
Optimal Operating Temperature: 20°C
Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge Type: Dual Moving Magnet (MM)
Catridge Model: Audio Technica: AT95E
Replacement Stylus: ATN95E
Stylus: 0.4 × 0.7mil Bonded Elliptical (Diamond)
Cantilever: Aluminum
Mount: Half inch
Frequency Response: 20-20,000Hz
Channel Separation: 20dB at 1kHz
Channel Balance: 2.0dB or less at 1kHz
Load Impedance/Capacitance: 47k Ohms/100pF
Output Voltage: 3.5mV (+/–3dB)
Cartridge Weight: 5.7g (+/- 0.5g)
Headshell Weight: 10.7g
Recommended Tracking Force: 2.0g +/–0.5g
Vertical Tracking Angle: 20 degrees (Non-Adjustable)
Output Specifications
Connector: RCA (Gold-plated)
Preamp: Yes, PHONO/LINE Switchable
Phono Output: 3.5mV (+/–3dB)
Line Output: 140mV (–17dBV)
Ground Terminal: Yes
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| Fluance RT80 Classic High Fidelity Vinyl Turntable | Fluance RT81 Elite High Fidelity Vinyl Turntable | Fluance RT82 Reference High Fidelity Vinyl Turntable | Fluance RT83 Reference High Fidelity Vinyl Turntable | Fluance RT84 Reference High Fidelity Vinyl Turntable | Fluance RT85 Reference High Fidelity Vinyl Turntable | |
| Finish | Piano Black | Piano Black or Walnut | Piano Black or Walnut or Bamboo | Piano Black or Walnut or Bamboo | Piano Black or Walnut or Bamboo | Piano Black or Walnut or Bamboo |
| Cartridge | ATN91 | ATN95E | OM10 | 2MRED | 2MBLUE | 2MBLUE |
| Platter Type | Aluminum Felt Mat | Aluminum Rubber Mat | Aluminum Rubber Mat | Aluminum Rubber Mat | Aluminum Rubber Mat | Acrylic |
| Built-In Preamp | ✓ | ✓ |