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#18 of 64 Fluance Ri Series Elite Turntable
Fluance · Ranked #18 of 64

Fluance Ri Series Elite Turntable

The Fluance Ri Series Elite is a standout turntable for vinyl enthusiasts who want audiophile-grade sound wrapped in a genuinely beautiful wooden cabinet.

Drive BeltSpeeds 33/45 rpmPreamp Built-inBluetooth YesSetup ~19 min
4.6out of 5

Bench score

★★★★★

Measured across build, speed stability, noise floor and value — from 4 owner reports and our own bench notes.

◆ Our verdict

The Fluance Ri Series Elite is a standout turntable for vinyl enthusiasts who want audiophile-grade sound wrapped in a genuinely beautiful wooden cabinet. Its pre-mounted Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge, resonance-tuned plinth, and thoughtful isolation engineering deliver a warm, detailed listening experience that rivals decks costing significantly more. While it lacks wireless connectivity and instant speed switching, its sonic performance and craftsmanship make it one of the best mid-to-high tier turntables on the market for serious listeners upgrading from entry-level gear.

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Specifications

Drive Type
Belt-drive
Cartridge
Ortofon 2M Blue
Speeds
33-1/3 and 45 RPM
Plinth Material
Solid MDF wood with veneer finish
Outputs
RCA line-level with switchable phono preamp
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On the bench

Wow & flutter
0.1%
S/N ratio
67 dB
Speed deviation
0.27%
Platter mass
1460 g

Wow & flutter measured W.R.M.S. at 33⅓ rpm; S/N ratio A-weighted. Lower wow & flutter and speed deviation are better; higher S/N is better.

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Pros & cons

✓What we liked

  • Exceptional build quality with genuine wood plinth
  • Pre-installed high-performance cartridge saves setup hassle
  • Rich, warm analog sound with excellent bass response
  • Effective vibration isolation for cleaner audio playback
  • Elegant furniture-grade aesthetic suits any living room
  • Great value compared to similarly specced audiophile decks

✕What we didn’t

  • No built-in Bluetooth for wireless speaker pairing
  • Higher price point than Fluance's entry-level RT series
  • Dust cover feels slightly flimsy for the price tier
  • Manual speed change rather than electronic push-button switching
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What owners say

Marcus D.14 Feb 2024 ★★★★★

Stunning sound and looks

Upgraded from a basic Audio-Technica and the difference is night and day. The wood plinth is gorgeous in person and the Ortofon cartridge brings out details I never heard in my records before.

Priya S.02 Mar 2024 ★★★★★

Great deck, minor gripes

Sound quality is fantastic, very warm and full bass. Only complaint is the dust cover hinges feel a bit cheap compared to the rest of the build.

Tom H.20 Jan 2024 ★★★★☆

Worth every penny

Setup was easy since the cartridge comes pre-aligned. This turntable made my whole vinyl collection sound fresh again. Highly recommend for anyone serious about their records.

Elena R.10 Apr 2024 ★★★★★

Beautiful furniture-grade piece

Not just a turntable, it's a statement piece in my living room. Performance is excellent though I do wish it had Bluetooth output for my wireless speakers.

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