Fluance RT85N Reference High Fidelity Turntable
- Nagaoka MP-110 elliptical diamond cartridge
- Acrylic platter, belt drive
- Speed control motor, 0.07% wow and flutter
- High mass MDF plinth, walnut finish
- Adjustable damping feet, bubble level included
- No phono preamp, needs an external one
- 60 db signal to noise, 16.8 pounds
- 2 year labor and parts warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A hi fi turntable with a Nagaoka cartridge, acrylic platter and speed controlled motor for clean, steady playback. It has no built-in phono preamp, so plan on an external one or a receiver with a phono input.
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ASIN: B09YJ295WFModel: RT85NCategory: Turntables
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Overview
Fluance built this Reference turntable on a high mass MDF plinth with a walnut finish, topped by an acrylic platter turned by a belt from an isolated, speed controlled motor. A Nagaoka elliptical cartridge comes mounted on the headshell, with a counterweight for tracking force.
Buy it for steady speed and low noise from a deck built to damp vibration at every layer, from the feet to the platter. There is no phono stage inside, and setup takes some care with the counterweight, leveling and feet.
Who it's for
Listeners with a receiver phono input or a separate preamp who want detail and quiet backgrounds get a deck built around isolation. Casual listeners who want plug and play speakers should choose an all in one player.
Pros and cons
- Nagaoka elliptical diamond cartridge
- Dense acrylic platter damps vibration
- Speed controlled isolated motor
- Heavy MDF plinth
- Phono preamp not included
- Heavy to move
- Supported speeds not fully listed
Performance notes
Sound starts with the Nagaoka elliptical stylus tracking the groove at the force set by the counterweight. The dense acrylic platter and heavy plinth damp vibration, while the isolated motor and speed control hold platter velocity steady. Adjustable feet isolate the deck from the surface below.
Specifications
| Brand | Fluance |
|---|---|
| Model | RT85N |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 16.8 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 13.75 x 16.5 x 5.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| SignaltoNoise Ratio | 60 db |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 45 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | 100-240V (50/60Hz) AC power adapter |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Walnut |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired, 3ft RCA cable, 2 x 3ft ground wire |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Turntable, dust cover with hinges, bubble level, headshell with Nagaoka MP-110, counterweight, acrylic platter with belt, AC power adapter, 3ft RCA cable, 2 x 3ft ground wire, 45 adaptor, motor pulley cap, cotton gloves, user manual |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 year manufacturer labor and parts |
| Other details | |
| Drive type | Belt drive, DC motor with speed control |
| Plinth | High mass MDF, real wood finish |
| Wow and flutter | 0.07% |
| Cartridge | Nagaoka MP-110, elliptical diamond |
| Feet | Adjustable resonance damping |
| Platter | High density acrylic |
| Preamp | Not included |
Frequently asked questions
How do I level the Fluance RT85N?
A bubble level comes in the box, and the adjustable resonance damping feet let you level the plinth and isolate it from vibration.
Does the Fluance RT85N have a built-in preamp?
No. A phono preamp is not included, so connect it to a receiver with a phono input or to an external phono preamplifier.
What comes with the Fluance RT85N?
The turntable, dust cover with hinges, bubble level, headshell with the Nagaoka MP-110 cartridge, counterweight, acrylic platter with belt, AC power adapter, 3ft RCA cable, 2 ground wires, 45 adaptor, motor pulley cap, cotton gloves and user manual.