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Fluance RT85 turntable in piano black finish with acrylic platter and Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge

Fluance

Fluance RT85 turntable with Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge, acrylic platter — Piano Black

SKU CH-QE0D-FVY02

A high-fidelity turntable with an Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge and acrylic platter delivers precise playback at 0.07% wow and flutter

  • Product typeTurntable
  • Product colorBlack
  • Product weight16.76 lb (7.6 kg)
  • Pure analog signal path from stylus to gold-plated RCA outputs
  • Ortofon 2M Blue nude elliptical cartridge delivers high resolution with reduced distortion
  • High-density acrylic platter adds mass for consistent speed and vibration damping
  • Isolated motor with speed control holds wow and flutter to 0.07%
  • High-mass MDF wood plinth and adjustable resonance damping feet isolate micro-vibrations

Vinyl Turntable with Ortofon 2M Blue

The Fluance RT85 is a belt-drive turntable designed for listeners who want a pure analogue signal path. It ships with an Ortofon 2M Blue elliptical cartridge mounted on a high-density acrylic platter. A speed-control motor maintains consistent velocity, while a high-mass MDF wood plinth and adjustable damping feet isolate the assembly from micro-vibrations. Gold-plated RCA outputs complete the connection.

Listeners Who Want a Complete Analogue Package

This turntable suits buyers who value a factory-fitted moving-magnet cartridge and a heavy acrylic platter in a single box. It is not for users who need a built-in phono preamp, Bluetooth connectivity or USB digitising. DJs requiring direct-drive torque and quick start-up should look elsewhere, as will anyone who prefers to choose their own cartridge.

0.07% Wow and Flutter Specification

The speed-control motor holds wow and flutter to 0.07%, a figure that directly determines pitch stability during playback. Buyers who prioritise low speed variation for accurate musical reproduction will find this spec decisive. If tighter speed tolerance is not a deciding factor, simpler models may meet the need.

How it compares

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Price $462.99
Pricier than about 63% of the 456 comparable items (median $222.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameFluance
Model nameRT85T
Part numberRT85T
Product typeTurntable
Product colorBlack
Size & build
Product weight16.76 lb (7.6 kg)

Questions about this item

How low is the wow and flutter spec on the RT85?

The speed control mechanism keeps wow and flutter at 0.07%, so pitch stays steady during long listening sessions.

Does the motor or platter generate noticeable heat or noise after hours of play?

The isolated motor and high-density acrylic platter are designed to damp vibration, so the unit runs quietly without adding heat to the room.

What external phono stage or amplifier inputs are required to use the gold-plated RCA outputs?

You need a phono preamp or an amplifier with a dedicated phono input, because the turntable has no built-in preamp and sends a low-level signal from the Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge.

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