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U-Turn Audio · Updated June 2026

U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2): price, specs & release date

U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2), released 2023. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

Source: uturnaudio.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger

GoldDeskmark57/100#3 of 15 in class

The U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2) is listed at $399 on uturnaudio.com as of 2026-06-27, #6 cheapest of 16 turntables (median $572); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Gold Deskmark — 57/100 pay-blind standing, #3 of 15 in class.

Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below

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Is the U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2) a good buy?

At $399, the U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2) is #6 cheapest of the 16 turntables we track, where the median is $572. On the spec sheet, its release of 2023 is the highest of the 12, and its weight of 12.5 lb is below the median of the 15. By release date, it is the newest of the 12 we date.

Specifications

Price (US)$399 Base price without built-in preamp; preamp-equipped (Pluto 2) version is $499. Launched August 23, 2023.
BrandU-Turn Audio
Released2023
Drive typebelt
Speeds33⅓ / 45 RPM
Cartridge includedOrtofon OM5E
Built in preampNo
BluetoothNo
USB outputNo
Weight (lb)12.5

Source: uturnaudio.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by trackingangle.com. Belt drive, manual 33/45 speed change, Ortofon OM5E cartridge, ~12.5 lb, no Bluetooth, no USB confirmed from the U-Turn Audio product page and retailer spec tables. Base model has no built-in preamp; the optional Pluto 2 phono preamp is an add-on. Base price $399 confirmed on uturnaudio.com. Launch date August 23, 2023 per Tracking Angle announcement.

Is the U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2) worth it vs cheaper turntables?

U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2) against its closest cheaper and pricier turntables on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 16 ranked

ProductPriceDrive typeSpeedsCartridge includedBuilt in preampBluetooth
U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2) this$399belt33⅓ / 45 RPMOrtofon OM5ENoNo
Fluance RT82$349.99belt33⅓ / 45 RPMOrtofon OM 10NoNo
Denon DP-300F$499belt33⅓ / 45 RPMDenon MM (CN-6518 stylus)YesNo

Frequently asked questions

How much does the U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2) cost?

The U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2) has a US price of $399 (Base price without built-in preamp; preamp-equipped (Pluto 2) version is $499. Launched August 23, 2023.), as of 2026-06-15.

How does the U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2) compare on price?

At $399, the U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2) is #6 cheapest of the 16 turntables we track, where the median is $572.

When was the U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2) released?

The U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2) was released 2023.

What are the U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2)'s key specs?

U-Turn Orbit Plus (Gen 2) (U-Turn Audio): drive type belt, speeds 33⅓ / 45 RPM, cartridge included Ortofon OM5E, built in preamp No, bluetooth No. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.

Price of record: $399 at uturnaudio.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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