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RT85 Reference High Fidelity Vinyl Turntable

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Product Review (submitted on September 17, 2020):

I purchased a RT85, unfortunately the Dust Cover was broken in 2 Places, and the Right channel didn't work.I've got to say; 'Fluance Audio' was very good about returning and refunding my money.This review is about the product though, NOT the company I purchased from.I liked the three point rubber foot mount, it makes leveling very easy.The Ortofon Blue is an awesome cartridge ($220 value easily).The Acrylic Platter was nice (Looked Cool), but I'm not convinced they add to, or subtract from, the sound quality (about a $120 value though).Do you consider MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard) as real 'Solid Wood'.?.? (IMO: No) - It does, however, get treated with your choice of wood veneer, or Painted Black.Not much to say about the motor; yep, it spun the record...Very, Very disappointed in the Tone-Arm; - Threading the cartridge to the tone-arm was rough, like the threads were very poor quality. I had to move the Cartridge around until the threads finely lined up. - The tone-arm plastic Locking mechanism didn't lock the arm down, The tone-arm could still move around. - The Cueing mechanism in the UP position, IMO, did not raise the cartridge nearly high enough. - Dark Lettering on the Black Weight balance; maybe it's my eyes getting old, but I couldn't see the numbers.I am VERY surprised at the number of 5 star reviews on this turntable.I feel lucky mine didn't work and I got my money back.I tried to be honest and fair;I sincerely hope if you purchase one of the RT versions that YOU ARE HAPPY because that's what matters most.Unfortunately, sorry, but I just wasn't impressed at all.