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Kanto OBI3G2 Gen2 Auto Stop Belt Drive Turntable w/Bluetooth 5.3 & Preamp - Pitch Control - AT3600L Cartridge - Aluminum Platter - Matte Black
- PRECISION SPEED SENSOR Experience your records exactly as intended. The OBI3 features a built-in speed sensor that constantly monitors the motor to ensure absolute timing accuracy.
- STABLE & WEIGHTED DESIGN Built for sonic clarity, the sturdy, well-weighted chassis provides increased mass to minimize resonance. This solid construction ensures that the only thing you hear is the music, free from external vibrations or interference.
- EXPLORE YOUR CREATIVE SIDE Rediscover your records with an intuitive pitch control knob that puts you in command of tempo and tone. Slow things down to sink into a groove or speed them up to hear new textures.
- AUDIOPHILE ADJUSTABILITY Take full control of your setup with an adjustable counterweight and dedicated anti-skate control. These features allow you to optimize tracking force and prevent needle skipping, protecting your precious vinyl collection while extracting every detail from the groove.
- WIRELESS OR WIRED FREEDOM The OBI3 offers seamless playback via Bluetooth for modern convenience or RCA with a built-in selectable phono preamp for a traditional analog connection. It fits effortlessly into any audio environment, from powered speakers to vintage amplifiers.
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Bring the warmth of vinyl into your home with a perfect balance of classic style and professional-grade precision. Crafted for both the eyes and the ears, the OBI3 features a cohesive design with thoughtful details like flush-mounted hinges and aluminum platter. At the heart of its performance is a speed sensor-controlled motor system which ensures rock-solid speed stability and playback accuracy. The OBI3 is engineered with a sturdy, well-weighted plinth that provides a stable foundation, effectively dampening unwanted vibrations for a clean, resonant sound. With the inclusion of an adjustable counterweight and anti-skate control, you have total command over your listening experience, allowing for fine-tuned tracking that preserves your records. Whether you prefer the wireless freedom of Bluetooth or a classic connection via the built-in phono preamp, the OBI3 delivers smooth, balanced sound through the venerable AT3600L cartridge.
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Return Policies
- Return for refund until: January 31, 2026
- Return for replacement until: January 31, 2026
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The Kanto OBI3G2 is a belt-drive turntable for new and experienced vinyl listeners who want accurate playback and flexible connections, with a speed sensor, Bluetooth 5.3, RCA output with selectable phono preamp, and a preinstalled AT3600L cartridge.
Recommended For
- First-time vinyl listeners who want a traditional turntable and are comfortable learning to cue the tonearm and set up its adjustable counterweight and anti-skate.
- Listeners building a home setup around powered speakers, a Bluetooth speaker, or an amplifier who want both wireless playback and a wired RCA connection with a selectable phono preamp.
- Vinyl hobbyists who want an entry-level deck they can adjust and gradually upgrade, including replacing the stylus or cartridge and later using an external phono stage.
- People who sometimes leave a record playing while they step away and want the platter to stop at the end of the side, but are still willing to start each record manually.
- Listeners who enjoy experimenting with playback tempo or pitch, such as comparing performances or exploring how records sound at different speeds.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- When you want to play a record through Bluetooth speakers or headphones without running RCA cables, pair the turntable with a compatible Bluetooth device and listen wirelessly; Bluetooth is an alternative output, not simultaneous with RCA playback.
- When adding vinyl to powered speakers or an amplifier with a line-level input, connect over RCA and use the built-in preamp; this lets you play records without buying a separate phono stage.
- When connecting to an amplifier or speaker with a phono input, select phono output and use that device’s phono stage; the selectable preamp supports this kind of traditional wired setup.
- When listening to a full record side while doing something else, the platter stops at the end of the side, helping avoid leaving the stylus running in the inner groove; you still need to place and return the tonearm yourself.
- When learning to set up a turntable or dialing in a record-playing setup, the adjustable counterweight and anti-skate let you make tracking adjustments; expect more hands-on setup than with a fully automatic model.
- When experimenting with playback tempo, use the pitch control to make small speed adjustments while listening; it is a hands-on listening feature rather than an automatic correction for every recording or setup issue.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Vinyl playback with a Bluetooth speaker or an analog RCA setup using the selectable phono preamp |
| Playback And Speed Control | Belt-drive turntable with 33-1/3 and 45 RPM speeds and ±10% pitch control |
| Connectivity And Signal | Bluetooth 5.3 and RCA outputs with selectable phono preamp; analog signal format |
| Tonearm And Operation | Manual cue lever with cue-activated start and auto-stop, adjustable counterweight, and anti-skate control |
| Included Accessories | AC adapter, RCA cable, and ground cable |
| Power | Corded electric |
| Physical Specifications | 14.4 × 17 × 4.9 inches; weighs 5.5 kg |
| Appearance And Construction | Matte black, modern style, mixed-material enclosure |
| Model Identifiers | Kanto OBI3G2VMB |