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Turntables — Kanto Audio Obi3 Gen 2

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Kanto Audio Obi3 Gen 2
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The Obi3 Gen 2 is an accessible belt-drive turntable from Kanto Audio, pre-fitted with the well-regarded Audio-Technica AT3600L cartridge. The Obi3 Gen 2 brings Kanto's considered engineering to a complete, ready-to-play entry-level analogue platform.

Key specs that matter

One speed is supported - 33rpm - via belt drive. The turntable comes pre-installed with the well-regarded Audio-Technica AT3600L cartridge - a complete, factory-matched analogue front end. The platter uses a weighted aluminium construction. At 400 x 355 x 94mm and 3.9kg, the Obi3 Gen 2 maintains a manageable, accessible entry-level turntable chassis.

Sound and use context

Expect a dependable, accessible vinyl playback experience reflecting the factory-matched AT3600L cartridge, representing solid value at this accessible entry-level price point.

Pairing

The pre-installed AT3600L cartridge comes factory-matched, requiring no separate cartridge selection for immediate use.

Alternatives

Other manufacturers' comparable entry-level turntables offer alternatives for buyers wanting to compare features at a similar price point.

Specifications

  • Model name

    Obi3 Gen 2

  • Speed

    33

  • Drive

    Belt

  • Suspension

    N/A

  • Tonearm preinstalled

    Yes

  • Tonearm model

    N/A

  • Cartridge preinstalled

    Yes

  • Cartridge model

    Audio-Technica AT3600L

  • Platter

    Weighted Aluminum

  • Motor

    N/A

  • Wow and Flutter (%)

    N/A

  • Signal to Noise (dB)

    N/A

  • Rumble (-dB)

    N/A

  • Dimensions (mm)

    400 x 355 x 94

  • Weight (kg)

    3.9

  • Official link

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