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Piano black turntable with acrylic platter and isolation base

Fluance

Fluance RT85TIB40T turntable with Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge and isolation base Piano Black

SKU CH-6P16-JX0ED

Reference turntable with Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge, acrylic platter and anti-vibration isolation base for detailed, low-distortion vinyl playback

  • Product typeTurntable
  • Product colorBlack
  • Product weight27.25 lb (12.4 kg)
  • Ortofon 2M Blue elliptical cartridge delivers detailed high-resolution sound with improved linearity and channel separation
  • High-density acrylic platter adds mass to damp vibrations for tighter bass and fuller midrange
  • 5 lb MDF isolation base provides superior damping against environmental vibrations
  • Adjustable feet with built-in bubble level keep stylus centred in the groove for maximum reproduction
  • 25 lb total weight adds inertia for consistent speed and reduced unwanted resonance

Turntable with Ortofon 2M Blue Cartridge

The Fluance RT85TIB40T is a belt-drive turntable supplied with an Ortofon 2M Blue nude elliptical cartridge. It targets listeners who want detailed high-resolution playback from vinyl records. The package includes a dedicated anti-vibration wood isolation base finished in Piano Black. This combination suits audiophiles seeking improved linearity and reduced distortion.

High-mass acrylic platter and isolation base

A 10.5 lb MDF platform forms the plinth, measuring 2.44 x 17.13 x 14.96 inch, while a high-density acrylic platter adds inertia for consistent speed. Adjustable feet and a built-in bubble level let you centre the stylus in the groove. The separate isolation base decouples the deck from external vibrations, freeing the cartridge to retrieve finer detail without colouration.

Upgrade from lightweight decks without isolation

This system replaces turntables that use lighter platters and lack a dedicated isolation platform. The jump is worth it when unwanted resonances mask low-level information or when a moving-magnet cartridge cannot resolve the channel separation you hear on the 2M Blue. Buyers who need a built-in phono stage or Bluetooth connectivity should look elsewhere.

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Price $516.99
Pricier than about 66% of the 456 comparable items (median $222.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameFluance
Model nameRT85TIB40T
Part numberRT85TIB40T
Product typeTurntable
Product colorBlack
Size & build
Product weight27.25 lb (12.4 kg)

Questions about this item

How does the 10.5 lb wood plinth and acrylic platter affect long-term speed stability?

The high-mass MDF platform and dense acrylic platter add inertia that resists speed drift during extended sessions, keeping rotation consistent.

What is the noise and vibration profile when the turntable runs continuously on the isolation base?

The anti-vibration wood base and adjustable level platform with bubble level suppress environmental vibrations, yielding a quiet, stable playback platform.

Does the Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge come pre-mounted and aligned, or must I supply my own phono stage and cables?

The cartridge is factory-fitted; you only need a phono preamp or receiver with a moving-magnet input and standard RCA interconnects to start playing.

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