(5) Do not make a post to share download codes. 2) The cartridge, stick with te basic one and then upgrade to your heart's desire later on. Thanks, [–]goldswimmerbU-Turn 7 points8 points9 points 5 years ago (0 children). One thing we need to bring up in our U-Turn Orbit review is how elegant-looking it is. Hope that helps. Trusting your hands to correctly put and remove the tonearm on your record it hard work, and you may damage either the stylus or the record itself. The Pro-ject is arguably better, but doesn't allow you to upgrade as you go like the Orbit. U-Turn also convinced me to add their built-in preamp for the review. 3) The cue, i really don't get what's the big deal here (remember im a starter). It withstood even a fairly strong hip check to its table without skipping. It also allegedly has better wow and flutter with the acrylic platter, however in my case I noticed very little difference. [–]EdBennerU-Turn 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (2 children). This was sort of shocking and seemed to contradict everything I've read about the player: that it was a no frills good value player that sounded pretty reasonably decent. For example after upgrading my U-Turn to the grado blue from the stock AT91B the soundstage improved greatly and so did frequency response. This means I have limited use with it, probably 8-10 hours or so between multiple plays of 4 different records. Could anyone please describe differences between the entry-level Audio-Technica cartridge and the AT95E? We install the cartridge and balance the tonearm, so you’ll be spinning within minutes. U-Turn Audio is a company with a simple goal: to offer a functional and beautiful turntable at a reasonable price. I recently picked up/fixed a $50 vintage Philips turntable I found at a garage sale and it far surpasses the orbit. Good choice. The Orbit sounds better, and looks WAAAAY better. The cue is useful and reccomended and not required and can always be added later. Wait, I have an obsession with Christmas music? Combo Pack. The sound is overrall is just much more pleasant to my ears (even in using the same Grado Blue cartridge). Im considering buying a U-Turn Orbit turntable, any advice? Check local shops and craiglist postings. So, I bought a U-Turn Orbit from my local record shop on Black Friday. The sound is good too, especially for the money spent on a new table. This is their highest cost machine and it set me back $660USD (ouch), but I was enticed by that true hardwood plinth made from Pennsylvania Walnut. $299.00 - Audio Technica LP120 with a spare AT95e cartridge and stylus and anti-static carbon fiber brush - Amazon.com Especially keeping in mind that the overall build … Post get removed? /r/Turntablists - Scratch, Juggle, and Flair. It helps with precision and to be delicate, but.. so what? U-Turn Audio Free Shipping Discounts. The U-Turn Orbit has been the primary turntable in my main listening system for the last 3 years. I have just scrapped 2 Japanese Yamahas that spec'd way better than an orbit, but upon measuring tonearm force with a scale found the bearings were sticking/failing which is a fatal issue on 80's yamahas. The Orbit sounds better, and looks WAAAAY better. /r/CollectionHauls - Records, Comics, and Memorabilia. I guess this isn't necessarily just for the Orbit… Its not an urgent upgrade, just something to keep in mind. We posted our review of the U-Turn Orbit … Even when kept in climate controlled areas. I tend to listen to albums as a whole without skipping songs so I don't think I need a cue lever. We install the cartridge and balance the tonearm, so you’ll be spinning within minutes. Drive: Belt Drive; Automatic or Manual: Manual; RPM Speeds: 33 1/3, 45 I've handled most of the contenders in this range and the U-turn felt the most robust and well-built. Mine has the cue arm which is super helpful and minimizes damage to records. EDIT: Also, the Orbit is made in USA. So what should I do? $499 - Music Hall MMF 2.3 - Turntable Lab. One can only imagine why the principles chose the name U-turn… Through some homework, the U-Turn Orbit plus was a pretty clear pick. The cue lever is absolutely necessary. Having read positive stories about U-Turn, and in particular their customer service, I decided to get a Walnut Orbit Custom with onboard pluto preamp and Ortofon 2m blue cartridge. In the sections below we discuss all the strengths and shortcomings we discovered while testing the Orbit. P.S. U-Turn makes a special version of the Orbit with a pre-amp built-in, called “ The Orbit … Ive had it fall off due to my incompetence but its able to be put back on the platter in about 5 minutes. There are too many great vintage tables out there for not very much money. Really the only options for NEW turntables is AT LP60 < AT LP120 < U-turn Orbit < Pro ject Essential/Carbon. You can relax knowing your turntable comes with a 3-year warranty and … (I still don't have one). However, we were able to get it to skip via a table bump equivalent to a clumsy stumble. Fluance RT-81 vs u-turn orbit plus Post by Vinylfreak86 » 29 Nov 2017 11:07 On the Orbit you can choose which cartridge you want factory fitted, but later you cannot upgrade it by yourself. What gave you that impression? This … Technics SL-Q3 Direct Drive turntable, found without cartridge or headshell at Goodwill: $10, Cartridge: Audio-Technica AT120EB - $100 new, but the cart I started out with was the AT311EP which is a perfectly good beginner cartridge for $15-30. I was wondering if people have experience with the U-Turn Orbit Turntable. I was wondering if people have experience with the U-Turn Orbit Turntable. (2) Photo and image posts as well as gifs and short videos must also include a 300+ character description, story, or review of their content. Could anyone please describe differences between the entry-level Audio-Technica cartridge and the AT95E? Features & Technology Most basic belt-drive turntables do not really have a ton of “features”, but there are some different choices you can make when selecting the Orbit … Gain access to U-Turn Audio discounts and yet … Did you buy it a long time ago? Ive never had my U-Turn skip once, even with 200 gram vinyl. Despite a pretty simple design, the Orbit Plus as u… U-Turn Orbit Basic Great sound, limited features. $459 - U-Turn Orbit Special - U-Turn's webstore (!) The Bottom Line The U-Turn Orbit Basic turntable manages to keep costs low while streamlining the set-up and offering shoppers a lot of options to customize the color and build. Im a starter and Ive been looking at a few reviews, and from what ive read, I could also go for an audio-technica at-lp60 which is probably a little better quality, but the looks of the orbit really makes the difference for me (considering the sound wont be a whole lot different). use the following search parameters to narrow your results: (1) Questions regarding setups, equipment advice, or personal inquiries that primarily benefit the individual over the broader subreddit community should be submitted in the stickied Weekly Questions thread, also accessible from the Submit a New Question button above. There’s a queuing lever and it’s also belt driven. It only has one button: a power switch located on top of the turntable. Great vinyl playback shouldn't be a hassle. If you get more money and upgrade in the future a good preamp can make a pretty big difference in how a table sounds. This allows the Orbit's RCA outputs to feed any line-level consumer audio device with standard unbalanced inputs. Receiver: Yamaha CR-620 - $30, $15 for replacement capacitors for it. Rendered by PID 18478 on r2-app-01596a917c77251a7 at 2020-12-23 23:41:07.014009+00:00 running 6abf2be country code: US. Message us so that we can check it out for you. Also a comparison to the Grado Black1. Why we picked the U-Turn Orbit Plus: U-Turn’s Orbit Plus is among the best-sounding and most beautiful turntables you can buy for under $500, and that’s largely because of its simplicity. Specifically, cartridges. Every advice will be appreciated. I was a U Turn kickstarter backer and ended up getting the Orbit Plus. [–]EdBennerU-Turn 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children), [–]soundandlightTechnics 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (2 children). The Pro-ject is arguably better, but doesn't allow you to upgrade as you go like the Orbit. U-Turn makes a special version of the Orbit with a pre-amp built-in, called “ The Orbit Special.” Check it out. Specifically, cartridges. The OM5e is a great upgrade, specifically for this table, since there's a very clear upgrade path for styli and you won't have to recalibrate the tonearm. I'll order the green stock with the cue as the only upgrade, and will look for a second hand decent receiver / preamp. Each Orbit does ship with the cartridge already installed and tracking force perfectly calibrated, which is great for beginners. The minimalist design looks awesome, I couldn't be more happy. /r/audiophile - Quality Audio Reproduction. I love Safe As Milk. Having read positive stories about U-Turn, and in particular their customer service, I decided to get a Walnut Orbit Custom with onboard pluto preamp and Ortofon 2m blue cartridge. Every Orbit is ready to play out of the box. 5) I don't have the mat, and i don't know if I will. Now i was considering the upgrades that U-turn offer. You can go with the basic and always upgrade it later (as you can with everything on the U-Turn). Get your Orbit Plus Turntable here The highlight of this model with model number, “R160WTAOR5” is its in-built Pluto preamp which allows it to connect directly to powered amplifiers or speakers. [–]creamcolouredDogAudio Technica 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (0 children). Have questions? The U-Turn Audio Orbit Plus also prevented skipping in our test quite well, falling just behind the Fluance RT81 with a score of 7 out of 10. Upgrade later as you see fit. Please report harassment as such so that we can investigate. Useful Links, Guides, and Threads - for new users and veterans alike, this is a community generated collection of our favorite resources pertaining to collecting, buying, selling, and anything relating to records. With its minimalistic design the Orbit turntable doesn’t come with a lot of ornaments. U-Turn orbit basic is a great TT. Well well well i hadn't realized that the exchange rate for the canadian dollar was at 1.33 right now.. with the 55$ shipping before that, ill wait and see if i can get it somewhere in canada sometime :(, [–]goldswimmerbU-Turn 4 points5 points6 points 5 years ago (0 children). While the performance did seem a bit better, I can still detect some pitch issues which are very much amplified when a record is pressed off center even in the slightest bit. Just picked up the JDS Headphones amp and it's amazing. I was just pretty shocked what a noticeable improvement I got out of the Philips. This can lead to constructive, unique and enjoyable content and we sincerely encourage you to share your opinions based on experience. In fact, nearly 90% of the parts in their Orbit turntable come from local suppliers. [–]faemirPro-Ject 7 points8 points9 points 5 years ago (0 children). The model that we are going to review is the U-Turn Audio Orbit Plus. That said, craigslist would be a … Overall we found it hard to be critical of the U-Turn Orbit Special, the fact that it brings so many quality components to the table is impressive for the price. Harassment Policy: It is inevitable that users will appear from all walks and times in life, causing us to have disagreements. I guess this isn't necessarily just for the Orbit, but anyone with cartridge experience. The only accessory worth recommending is the Cork mat. 4) I have the cheapest existing pre-amp, Lepy LP-2020, which ill keep for the turntable. The Orbit … Im considering buying a U-Turn Orbit turntable, any advice? thanks for the advice. 4) use what you have, save money for extra records. [–]baltz34[S] 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (1 child), i must admit im really sold to the looks of it.. otherwise id definitely go for a second hand machine, but since its become a trend the prices went up and instead of being 15$ they're all around 75-90... so i prefer a new and nice looking one (i must mention that this is the very opposit of what i usually do, but i believe you can be selfish every once in a while), [–]soundandlightTechnics 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (0 children). I wasn't planning on getting it, but I was in store and that's what they had. and join one of thousands of communities. This manual belt drive turntable features a configuration that is an extension of a base model. U-Turn Orbit Special Review- High-End at an Affordable Price. The main thing I noticed after initial listens was some inconsistency in the speed (sustained notes had noticeable fluctuation in pitch). U-Turn Audio is an independent maker of turntables based in Massachusetts. Using your Orbit is simple - just turn it on and lower the tonearm. All and all, the U-Turn Orbit is a brilliantly impressive work of American engineering. If you have read more reviews on our website you might know that we are a bit of a fan of the U-Turn turntable brand. Really the only options for NEW turntables is AT LP60 < AT LP120 < U-turn Orbit < Pro ject Essential/Carbon. Hi all, I started doing research online for an entry level record player and my heart sank a little bit when I discovered I'd probably be paying $400 for even an entry level turntable, until I ran across the U-Turn basic, which seemed to be the perfect turntable for me to finally play the brand new Zao vinyls I've never spun. I run … The belt fits perfectly around the acrylic platter and has never slipped on me. As a 'Merican citizen from south, I like products from the good ol' U-S-of-A. However, harassment against other users of any kind is not acceptable and will not be tolerated. After proper setup the under $500 combination is amazing. All older receivers have phono inputs that act as a preamplifier, and you can plug in things like bluetooth receivers to the aux input to make it just as good if not better than a big black $500 modern thing. The built-in … But that’s not all there is to it. Also the U-Turn is leagues better than the lp60. Hope that helps. /r/randomactsofvinyl - It's Worth a Shot!? My first vinyl setup. Every Orbit is ready to play out of the box. P.S. The best discount available right at the moment is 25% off from "Meet the Orbit Starting at $179 at U-Turn Audio". (self.vinyl). However its not that big of an upgrade and won't make a huge diggerece, so unless you're going for the absolute best sound possible its fine to leave out. Please ask for help by using the Submit a New Question button above. I called a local shop to ask if they carried U-Turn and the guy immediately started shitting all over the player, saying they got their parts in China, their motor was noisy, that even the $120 Audio Technicas were better, etc. The U-Turn Orbit Basic offers good sound quality at an affordable price, but it lacks some of the features that make a turntable easier to use. Total cost, not including the speakers which I already had: ~$85. © 2020 reddit inc. All rights reserved. [–]baltz34[S] 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). [–]maradonutsPro-Ject 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (1 child). Its nice to have though as you are able to minimize potential damage to your records, however its not required. Investors in U-Turn’s Kickstarter-funded Orbit turntable get more than their money’s worth in this remarkably well-designed record player manufactured in Woburn, Massachusetts. Album/Equipment Reviews - a collection of sub-generated discussion posts centered around a specific piece of equipment or album pressing. The brand currently features just 3 models: the U-Turn Orbit, Orbit Plus and Orbit special. They actually rust. Disclosure: This post is brought to you by Business Insider's Insider Picks team. U-Turn Orbits are okay, but I always recommend getting a good older used turntable at a thrift shop or eBay. 2) The cartridge, from what ive read i think ill stick with the basic one. The U-Turn’s platters are more substantial than AT’s lightweight aluminum platters, although AT has electronic speed controls for said platters while you have to manually switch the U-Turn’s belt. As for sound, I don't have much of a reference besides the in store LP60. It does look good but after reading all the comments im still not sure its worth it. If you find yourself in a conversation that is moving toward personal differences and confrontation, please have the mindfulness to remove yourself from the situation. Just turn it on and lower the arm. I ended up sending mine back in to U-Turn. There's no denying the U-Turn Orbit Plus looked striking with its red plinth and acrylic platter. Very Common. One of the newest pieces of technology available on the Orbit Special is U-Turn’s second-generation tonearm. That being said I'll try my best to answer you with my experience and the record shop guy's responses. (3) No meme or rage comic image posts. Im a starter and Ive been looking at a few reviews, and from what ive read, I could also go for an audio-technica at-lp60 which is probably a little better quality, but the looks of the orbit really makes the difference for me (considering the sound wont be a whole lot different). The U-Turn Audio Orbit Plus also prevented skipping in our test quite well, falling just behind the Fluance RT81 with a score of 7 out of 10. The pitch is dead on, and it plays those annoying off-center presses much better. Great vinyl … [–]thewhiteSPOTU-Turn 5 points6 points7 points 5 years ago (0 children). It would be hard for me to go back, though ill probably hang on to the U Turn for a secondary set up down the line and see how it sounds w/ different speakers and all that. Thanks so much ! Investors in U-Turn’s Kickstarter-funded Orbit turntable get more than their money’s worth in this remarkably well-designed record player manufactured in Woburn, Massachusetts. I would highly recommend it as a starting table. Please visit /r/vinylcollectors in order to sell, trade, and seek albums. IMO, the Orbit is probably the best option at the $300-ish price point. Highly recommended entry-level player. The Orbit Plus did quite well in our overall testing, as you can see in the table above. As the other's said, get the cue arm, leave everything else stock. The Orbit is ready to play out right of the box. My Dual 1258, very problematic compared to the U-Turn. I am running it through a second had receiver and passive thrift store speakers, I have no complaints! REDDIT and the ALIEN Logo are registered trademarks of reddit inc. π Rendered by PID 18478 on r2-app-01596a917c77251a7 at 2020-12-23 23:41:07.014009+00:00 running 6abf2be country code: US. But you need the cue lever. We'll be glad to assist you within our Weekly Questions Thread. 5) Accessories, i think for me they're not worth it for now (like the cork mat). So now I'm doubting my purchase, but I just can't seem to find many online opinions that share this guy's low opinion. I also recommend getting a cheap-ish vintage receiver with the money you would have spent on the U-Turn, a good one will last decades if you get the capacitors replaced and the knobs cleaned. One of the most important parts of any turntable is the platter bearing. These three models should cover an audience from a vinyl beginner to an expert. Be sure to use the search bar to browse for your answer - you just may find what you're looking for! I would say AT-LP60 is NOT better quality than the Orbit. /r/vinylreleases - Releases and Preorders. I don't know too much about it, but it's definitely much, much better than the LP60. I hear you, that's what made me spring for it too. U-Turn Orbit, $179, available at U-Turn This article was originally published on 11/2/2016. By 2015, U-Turn Audio had already sold over 10,000 turntables out of their homegrown factory in Woburn Massachusetts. Can yall help me with these points please? 1) The acrylic platter - Mine came with the acrylic platter (for the upgraded price) and I think its worth it. An expansive soundstage and natural tones that I didn’t think you could get at this price point. I'm just tired of looking at my vinyls instead of playing them. And you have an option of getting this turntable with a built-in phono … [–][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (0 children). Get an ad-free experience with special benefits, and directly support Reddit. /r/uncommongrailz - Not Your Average Grailz. Join in on the reviews to share your input or to suggest our next review. With some high quality, component upgrades a nice improvement to the regular U-turn Orbit. A list of album titles is not an adequate description. I noticed a much better response curve and my music sounding much better after I replaced my $12 Pyle preamp with a Little Bear Tube Phono Preamp. Sounds great and looks great! Im considering buying a U-Turn Orbit turntable, any advice. Talk me out of (or into) buying a U-Turn Orbit Basic. I don't even need to change speeds, all my stuff is 33.33. U-Turn took a minimalist approach when designing its turntables, and the Orbit Plus is a good reflection of that. [–]baltz34[S] 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (1 child). I don't think its absolutely necessary, but the cool thing about the orbit is you can have a $180 (+ shipping) basic turntable, then purchase the upgrades later for a $310 (+ shipping) improved turntable. Thanks everyone for the replies! These belong in /r/downloadcodes! /r/PunkRecords - Anarchy in the Record Store! Enjoying your music should be easy and worry-free. Posts without adequate description will be removed automatically. Cartridges can make one of the biggest differences in how a table sounds. The minimalist design looks awesome, I couldn't be more happy. Saying they're even in the same class is an insult to the orbit, which has many features that the lp60 lacks, better support (uturns support is beyond exceptional), isn't made entirely of plastic and will sound a hell of a lot better. The U-Turn Orbit Basic offers good sound quality at an affordable price, but it lacks some of the features that make a turntable easier to use. The American brand produces it turntables fully by hand in the USA and still manages to keep its turntables reasonably priced. U-Turn’s Orbit Plus is a true audiophile turntable with a striking design and the distinction of being made in the USA. 3) Mine didn't come with a cue, but i'll be purchasing one later. I'm not sure I'll ever buy new again unless I go for something really high end. $475 - Rega Planar 1 - Turntable Lab. It withstood even a fairly strong hip check to its … If your post is removed you can still add a 300+ character comment with the description and it will be approved automatically. The design is top notch. by Sjoerd. Feel free to post them in the comments. Each Orbit does ship with the cartridge already installed and tracking force perfectly calibrated, which is great for beginners. Also a comparison to the Grado Black1. Cue arms are a necessity imo else you risk damage. Yes, MDF isn't a proper material but i think once powder coated it probably reacts a lot like acrylic... so, is it really just for the look? I wonder if they might have had trouble with the first batches since ive read many comments saying it worked fine for them.. Also, i live in Canada, and i wonder if shipping is risky as it could damage the thing.. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy. Connect to your favorite components. I'd say just ho with the basic cart until you have the money or feel the need to upgrade. The other upgrades are optional in my opinion. I need a simple, affordable record player that won't scratch my vinyl. A type of music I don’t see around here much — My American Primitive Collection, Picked these 1966 albums up. Using your Orbit is simple - just turn it on and lower the tonearm. $499 - Pro-Ject RPM1 Carbon - Turntable Lab. lol sounds like you just got a piece of shit. U-Turn Orbit Basic Read the review The Best Turntable The U-Turn Orbit Basic offers good sound quality at an affordable price, but it lacks some of the features that make a turntable … (4) Posts specifically intending to buy, sell, or trade vinyl or stereo equipment are not permitted. U-Turn Audio’s Orbit is, by far, the best bang for your buck we’ve seen in a turntable By Caleb Denison August 1, 2015 Vinyl records are back in a big way. Personally, I think it's worth it to get a custom instead of the basic and upgrade to the Ortofon OM5e cartridge and also to get a cue lever. Should I wait a little bit longer and save up for the better player, or will this get me what I need? There are many … I have a Uturn and I love it. They put on one of their re-engineered spindles and a new belt and told me that it passed all of their wow/flutter and other pre-shipping specifications. I also upgraded the cart to Ortofon 5E which is super tight. /r/vinylcollectors - Buy, Sell, and Trade. 1) The acrylic platter. The U-Turn Orbit Special comes with an Ortofon 2M Red cartridge (a great cartridge). some people claim that an acrylic platter will have a lower noise floor and what not (due to it's extra mass). I already had: ~ $ 85 with Christmas music what ive read I think ill with!: ~ $ 85 the money spent on a NEW Question button above money or feel the need change... Leagues better than the Orbit however in my case I noticed very little difference most of the in. - a collection of sub-generated discussion posts centered around a specific piece of equipment or album pressing or the! Amp and it 's definitely much, much better, Orbit Plus did quite well in our U-Turn