Going to replace my Fluance rt85


In the next few months, I would like to replace my Fluance rt85 turntable with something better.  My budget is under 2k.  I use a Ifi Zen phono stage into my Lab12 Integre 4 Integrated into my KLH Model 5 speakers.  I have a Ortofon Blue Cart on the turntable now. New or used is fine. Any suggestions would be great. Thank you.

laecp123

Showing 1 response by cpdkee

Hey Laecp123,

Here is my two cents. I just recently upgraded from a Fluance RT85. I looked and listened  for a year before a finally pulled the trigger. I went with the Mofi Ultradeck with the Matertracker cartridge. I found it used for just under 2k. I was very happy with my Fluance but the cartridge compatibility was very limiting. I also bought an after market device by "Q Up" since I got used to the autolift on the Fluance. I run my turntable through the phono stage on my Rogue Cronus Magnum iii. I instantly noticed a much deeper black backround in between tracks. I also notice the difference in the weight of the arm. Watching my Fluance spin I could see movement in the arm across tracks. The Mofi is much more solid. I do hear more of the flaws on the not so perfect vinyl I own. Overall the Mofi sounds better in a lot of ways. Does it sound almost 3k better(based on MRSP) that's debatable. It sounds better to me but.... If I had paid the new price I think I would be unhappy. At the used price of 2k I think it was a good purchase.