The ’table’s list price is $999, but if you want a Theory with a built‐in Pluto 2 phono preamp, that will cost you $1,069. The Pluto 2 features WIMA film capacitors and precision resistors, an active subsonic filter, and dual high-performance gain stages.
The upgraded gimbal bearing in the OA3 Pro is said to allow for near‐frictionless tonearm movement, and is easily adjustable. A knob located in the lower lefthand corner of the plinth enables manual adjustment for 33 and 45rpm playback, respectively.
Other Orbit Theory features include an ultra‐quiet motor with electronic speed control; Sorbothane‐damped feet for vibration isolation; a frosted, grooved acrylic platter; machined aluminum spindle; and seamless silicone belt.
Finally, every U-Turn turntable is assembled by hand and tested in U-Turn's Woburn, Massachusetts workshop. When the company is ready to take orders for the Orbit Theory, you can go here to find out where to get yours.
With all this in mind — and you can further study all the features and specs below — it sounds to me like we oughtta schedule an official AnalogPlanet product review of the U-Turn Orbit Theory ’table, STAT.
Spoiler alert: We have, in fact, just scheduled said review, so stay tuned for that evaluation, coming soon to AP.
U-TURN ORBIT THEORY TURNTABLE $999 / $1,069 with built‐in Pluto 2 phono preamp
Features Tonearm: OA3 Pro molded magnesium armtube with adjustable anti‐skate and dial counterweight Cartridge: Ortofon 2M Blue with nude elliptical stylus Cue Lever: silicone‐damped Ultra‐Quiet Motor: AC synchronous with advanced motor controller Electronic Speed Control: knob-turned (33rpm / 45rpm) Drive Belt: seamless silicone Main Bearing: self‐lubricating polymer bearings with stainless steel shaft; precision aluminum spindle Plinth: choice of solid hardwood ebonized white oak or rift-cut walnut Isolation Feet: adjustable‐height aluminum feet with Sorbothane for vibration damping Platter: grooved acrylic platter with frosted finish
Specs Dimensions: 16.75 x 12.5 x 4.25 in Wow & Flutter: < 0.1 % Nominal Speed: +/‐ 0.5% S/N Ratio: ‐79 dBA Rumble: ‐72 dBA Input Voltage: 115V/60Hz Output Connection: RCA Warranty: 3‐year limited warranty
Log in or register to post comments COMMENTS Growing up Submitted by drobin71 on Thu, 2022-09-01 19:51 Fun to see the U-Turn Orbit growing up in front of our eyes. Owned and really liked one in the past so I’m always pulling for them. Log in or register to post comments Price? Submitted by Tom L on Sun, 2022-09-04 15:20 It just seems a little high for what this has to offer. Would make more sense to me at $799. Log in or register to post comments 2M Submitted by pazmusik on Thu, 2022-09-15 09:31 Remember to figure in the 2M Blue cart into that price. That's $200 right there (or somewhat less for whatever their cost is.) Log in or register to post comments Good 4 Uturn audio Submitted by Russo7516 on Sun, 2022-09-11 07:36 I did a lot of there early cork mats for them. They really are a good bunch of guys and I am glad they are still producing turn tables. Would love to see even a higher end TT from them at low end pricing . Which I am sure is achievable. Congrats U -Turn Audio . Log in or register to post comments
Fun to see the U-Turn Orbit growing up in front of our eyes. Owned and really liked one in the past so I’m always pulling for them.
It just seems a little high for what this has to offer. Would make more sense to me at $799.
Remember to figure in the 2M Blue cart into that price. That's $200 right there (or somewhat less for whatever their cost is.)
I did a lot of there early cork mats for them. They really are a good bunch of guys and I am glad they are still producing turn tables. Would love to see even a higher end TT from them at low end pricing . Which I am sure is achievable. Congrats U -Turn Audio .