Fluance RT81+ Elite High Fidelity Turntable
- Audio Technica VM95E cartridge, elliptical diamond
- Built in phono preamp, Texas Instruments
- Belt drive, DC motor, 45 rpm max
- 60 dB signal to noise
- Aluminum platter + acrylic mat
- 3 adjustable isolation feet, MDF plinth
- 13.75 x 16.5 x 5.5 in, 14.1 pounds
- 2 year manufacturer warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A hi-fi belt drive deck with a respected cartridge and a built in preamp, ready for powered speakers or a receiver. It has no Bluetooth or USB, so it needs a wired audio system.
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ASIN: B0C8ZCV2ZVModel: RT81+Category: Turntables
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Overview
Not an all in one record player with speakers, the Fluance deck is a component turntable that feeds a receiver or powered speakers over RCA. A belt drive platter, an Audio Technica cartridge on a removable headshell and a built in phono preamp handle the analog chain.
Vibration control is the focus here: an anti resonant platter, acrylic mat and adjustable feet under a heavy wood plinth reduce rumble before it reaches the stylus. You still need speakers or an amplifier, since nothing in the box makes sound on its own.
Who it's for
Vinyl collectors building a wired stereo who want a cartridge they can later upgrade along the VM series. Someone wanting a single box with speakers inside should look at all in one players.
Pros and cons
- Upgradable Audio Technica cartridge
- Removable headshell for swaps
- Built in phono preamp
- Heavy MDF plinth damps vibration
- No Bluetooth or USB output
- Manual operation, no auto return listed
- Needs separate speakers or amplifier
- Belt will wear and need replacing
Performance notes
Sound clarity rests on isolation: the damped platter, acrylic mat and adjustable feet stop motor and floor vibration from reaching the stylus. The elliptical diamond tip tracks the groove closely, and correct counterweight setting governs tracking and wear. The internal preamp lets it connect straight to line level inputs.
Specifications
| Brand | Fluance |
|---|---|
| Model | RT81+ |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 14.1 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 13.75 x 16.5 x 5.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| SignaltoNoise Ratio | 60 dB |
| Cycles | DC Motor |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 45 rpm |
| Construction & materials | |
| Enclosure Material | MDF Wood |
| Color | Natural Walnut |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Technology | Gold plated RCA with ground terminal |
| Compatible Devices | Receivers, amplifiers, active speakers with RCA inputs |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 Year Manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Drive type | Belt drive |
| BuiltIn Media | Turntable, dust cover, 2 hinges, headshell with VM95E, counterweight, platter, acrylic mat, belt, 45 adapter, bubble level, 3ft RCA cable with ground, 5ft AC adapter |
| Cartridge | Audio Technica VM95E, elliptical diamond stylus |
| Platter | Dampened aluminum anti-resonant, acrylic mat |
| Preamp | Built in Texas Instruments phono preamp |
Frequently asked questions
What is in the box with the Fluance RT81+?
The turntable, dust cover with 2 hinges, headshell with the VM95E cartridge, counterweight, aluminum platter, acrylic mat, rubber belt, 45 adapter, bubble level, 3ft RCA cable with ground wire and a 5ft AC power adapter. No speakers are included.
Does the Fluance RT81+ have Bluetooth?
No Bluetooth or USB is listed. It connects over RCA to receivers, amplifiers or active speakers.
Can I connect the Fluance RT81+ to an amplifier with a phono input?
Yes. Compatible devices include amplifiers with a phono input as well as gear that needs the built in preamp.
Can I upgrade the cartridge on the Fluance RT81+?
Yes. The VM95E offers VM series upgradability and mounts on a removable headshell for easier swaps.