Tom’s Guide Verdict
U-Turn has made a very special turntable in the Special.
Its packed with features found on more expensive decks, and looks the part with its simple styling.
Theres little better for the price.
Even further, does it rank as one of thebest record players?
Find out more in my Orbit Special review.
US residents arent going to have any such issue.
The top left corner houses the motor’s pulley, which runs the belt around the platter.
That means few vibrations making their way to the stylus, and better sound quality overall.
Remember this is a solely analog affair, so material choices and how theyre manufactured actually matter.
The platter is perfectly formed, with no warping or manufacturing defects.
The whole package is very well put together, and the arm feels very premium.
Vibration dampening is also good, thanks to the soft, isolated feet.
It works as a power switch as well, and clicks nicely into place.
U-turn Orbit Special review: Sound Quality
Just note first on the testing parameters of the Special.
Theres a delicacy in the high end of the Special, and a spaciousness to the sound.
The low end is tight and controlled as well, with bass notes clear and true.
Spinning Behemoth’sWolves Ov Siberiareveals a punchy, effortless performance.
Theres great depth to the distorted bass guitars, and clarity to Nergals growling.
The guitar line sounds natural and massive, extending the already impressive soundstage.
Theres detail galore in BjorksAll Is Full Of Love,giving the vocal line an effervescent edge.
It remains in control the entire time, but theres still thatslightflatness to some of the low end.
As you grow it’s possible for you to easily upgrade the turntable as well.
