Kanto: OBI3 Turntable w/ Bluetooth (Gen 2)

LAB POINTS

• entry-level turntable with Bluetooth, pitch control and aluminum tonearm
  
• J-shaped aluminum tonearm w/ Audio-Technica AT3600L cartridge
• built-in preamp: plug + play with most audio systems
• Bluetooth 5.3 output for connecting wirelessly to speakers or headphones
• semi-automatic operation: motor stops at the end of the side
• improved Gen 2 model adjustable anti-skate + tonearm counterweight, increased mass, speed-sensor-controlled motor system
  
• +/- 10% pitch control knob
  

"The OBI3 is a strong entry-level competitor to the AT-LP60X. It comes standard with higher priced features including an aluminum tonearm, MDF wood body, weighted aluminum platter and Bluetooth output. The OBI3 notably features pitch control (speed control), a rarity in this price range. The Gen 2 model adds adjustable anti-skate and counterweight for increased control over tonearm operation, as well as an improved speed sensor-controlled motor system. We got to test out an early OBI3 demo, and what really struck us was its weight. At 12.1 lbs, the OBI3 Gen 2 feels solid and the extra mass will do well in lessening vibrations (for comparison, the AT-LP60x weighs 5.7 lbs)." - TTL

KEY FEATURES

• motor type: belt-drive
• operation type: semi-automatic
• phono preamp: yes, switchable
• cartridge: Audio-Technica AT3600L
• speeds: 33 RPM, 45 RPM
• tonearm shape: J-shaped
• counterweight setting: adjustable
• anti-skate setting: adjustable
• VTA / height adjustment: n/a
• detachable headshell: n/a
• body material: MDF wood
• platter material: weighted aluminum
• wired inputs: n/a
• wireless inputs: n/a
• outputs: RCA phono, RCA line, Bluetooth
• removable RCA: n/a
• dust cover: yes
• dimensions: 17" (w) x 4.9" (h) x 14.3" (d) / 432 x 124 x 363mm
• weight: 12.1 lb / 5.5 kg

COMES WITH

• dust cover
• RCA cable
• felt mat
• 45 adaptor