U-Turn Audio Orbit Plus
Hi-fi turntables · 2013–present In production
$399 US reference price
The Orbit with an acrylic platter and Ortofon cartridge — the sweet spot of the range.
Checked against the manufacturer’s site: 2026-07
Good to know
- No built-in phono stage — use an amplifier with a phono input or add a separate phono preamplifier.
Specifications
| Drive | belt drive |
|---|---|
| Speeds | 33/45 rpm |
| Operation | manual |
| Cartridge included | Ortofon OM5E |
| Built-in phono stage | No |
| USB output | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Platter | acrylic |
| Tonearm | OA3 gimbal |
| Wow & flutter | <0.125% |
| Dimensions | 16.75 x 12.5 x 4.25 in |
| Finishes | Powder-coated MDF: Black, White, Red, Blue, Green; Solid wood: Walnut, Oak |
| Warranty | 3-year limited warranty |
| Years | 2013–present |
Cartridge and replacement stylus
Factory cartridge: Ortofon OM 5E · replacement stylus: Stylus 5E · around $63.
Live retailer offers
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Retailer searches
3 US retailers stock U-Turn Audio — each outbound link searches the deck on that retailer’s site.
| Retailer | Type | Shipping | Product search |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | marketplace | Free shipping on $35+ orders (free on most items with Prime, often same/next day). | View at Amazon ↗ |
| World Wide Stereo | hifi independent | Free shipping on all orders. | View at World Wide Stereo ↗ |
| eBay | marketplace | Shipping set per seller; many listings ship free within the US. | View at eBay ↗ |
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