U-Turn Audio, a prominent independent American manufacturer of award-winning turntables, has announced an exciting refresh of their popular Orbit Turntable series. The next generation of Orbit ushers in a new era of turntable design and technology, encompassing a range of innovative features such as a high-tech magnesium tonearm, electronic speed control, a revamped drive system, and an unprecedented level of customization. Offering four distinct models — Orbit Custom, Orbit Basic, Orbit Plus, and Orbit Special — these turntables are set to become available at prices starting from $249 at U-Turn Audio’s website and select retailers.
Co-founder and Orbit designer, Bob Hertig, emphasized U-Turn Audio’s commitment to making great analog audio accessible. “Over the last decade, we’ve built and shipped hundreds of thousands of Orbits across North America and have earned a reputation for high-level performance and quality craftsmanship that doesn’t break the bank. This new Orbit generation represents decades of experience, learning, and turntable development. We could take something already great and make it even better,” said Hertig. This philosophy is evident in Orbit’s modular design, allowing users to personalize components to match their preferences and offering a path for upgrades over time.
Orbit Basic starts at $249 and is available exclusively through www.uturnaudio.com.
The new generation of Orbit Turntables boasts impressive technological advancements, including the new OA3 tonearm, electronic speed control, sleek platter designs, five stunning color options, two hardwood options, Iso-Level Feet, and built-in preamp. U-Turn offers ready-made and fully customizable models to vinyl enthusiasts at every stage of their journey. The Orbit Basic model provides an award-winning entry point; the Plus model offers premium audio quality and style, while the Special model packs an array of premium features to make exceptional turntable performance easily attainable.
Founded in 2012 by Benjamin Carter, Robert Hertig, and Peter Maltzan, U-Turn Audio’s dedication to hand-assembled craftsmanship in the US has solidified its place in the turntable market. With this latest launch, U-Turn Audio reinforces its reputation for quality and innovation. Assembled at their Woburn, MA facility, each turntable comes with a three-year warranty and lifetime customer support. This ensures that every Orbit purchased offers a unique and highly satisfying audio experience. Whether you’re a vinyl novice or a seasoned audiophile, U-Turn Audio’s next generation of Orbit Turntables promises a musical experience tailored to individual tastes and desires.
PRICING AND AVAILABILITY
The Orbit lineup includes four unique models: Orbit Custom starting at $249; Orbit Basic starting at $249; Orbit Plus starting at $399; and Orbit Special starting at $549. All turntables are available for purchase now at uturnaudio.com and select retailers.
Will Vance is a professional music producer who has been involved in the industry for the better part of a decade and has been the managing editor at Magnetic Magazine since mid-2022. In that time period, he has published thousands of articles on music production, industry think pieces and educational articles about the music industry. Over the last decade as a professional music producer, Will Vance has also ran multiple successful and highly respected record labels in the industry, including Where The Heart Is Records as well as having launched a new label with a focus on community through Magnetic Magazine. When not running these labels or producing his own music, Vance is likely writing for other top industry sites like Waves or the Hyperbits Masterclass or working on his upcoming book on mindfulness in music production. On the rare chance he's not thinking about music production, he's probably running a game of Dungeons and Dragons with his friends which he has been the dungeon master for for many years.
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