CAMBRIDGE AUDIO SPIRA 1 Turntables
CAMBRIDGE AUDIO SPIRA 1 Turntables
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The good folks at Cambridge Audio sent us (ListenUp) a Spira 1 turntable to audition. Due to the extraordinarily low price, I was especially interested to see how it would measure up from a build-quality standpoint. Before receiving the Spira 1, I was already impressed by its feature set. At an introductory price of $499, the combination of a built-in phono preamp and Bluetooth connectivity offers exceptional versatility for the money. My question was simple: To include all of those features at this price, what did Cambridge Audio have to sacrifice in the turntable itself? After unboxing the Spira 1, the answer pleasantly surprised me: not nearly as much as I expected. The first thing that stood out was the construction. The plinth feels substantially more solid, and the platter has noticeably more mass than what I typically expect from a turntable in this price range. In fact, from a purely physical build-quality standpoint, the Spira 1 is among the most substantial turntables I have encountered for under $600. That matters. With a turntable, the plinth and platter aren't merely cosmetic. A solid, well-damped foundation helps control unwanted vibration and resonance, allowing the cartridge and tonearm to retrieve more of the information contained in the record groove. Cambridge Audio has managed to combine the convenience modern listeners want, Bluetooth and an integrated phono stage, with the kind of substantial construction I look for in a serious turntable. Well done, Cambridge Audio!
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CAMBRIDGE AUDIO SPIRA 1 Turntable
- Available in five colors. Black, White, Blue, Green and Orange
- Switchable Built-In Phono Preamp. Connect the Spira 1 to virtually any audio system. Use the phono output with a dedicated phono input, or switch to line-level output for connections labeled CD, AUX, Line, or Audio In.
- Bluetooth Wireless Audio. Enjoy your vinyl collection wirelessly through compatible Bluetooth headphones, earbuds, powered speakers, or other Bluetooth audio systems.
- Pre-Mounted Audio-Technica AT3600L Cartridge. The proven AT3600L moving-magnet phono cartridge comes factory-mounted and balanced, making setup quick and easy.
- Electronic Speed Control . Conveniently change record speeds electronically without having to manually move or reposition the drive belt.
- Low-Resonance Aluminum Tonearm. The straight aluminum tonearm provides excellent rigidity while helping reduce unwanted resonance for clean, accurate record playback.
- Heavy Iron Platter. The iron platter provides substantial rotational mass for improved speed stability and helps reduce unwanted vibration during playback.
- MDF Wood Plinth. The solid medium-density fiberboard (MDF) plinth helps control resonance and provides a stable foundation for the turntable.
- Rubber Isolation Feet. Specially designed rubber feet help isolate the turntable from external vibration, reducing resonance and helping your records sound their best.
CAMBRIDGE AUDIO Spira 1 Specifications:
Drive Type: Belt drive
Speeds: 33⅓ / 45 RPM
Speed control: Electronic
Motor type: DC Brush Motor
Cartridge: Audio-Technica AT3600L
Tonearm: Aluminium, straight
Anti-skate: Adjustable
Platter: Iron (with sub-platter design)
Mat: Felt
Plinth: MDF
Feet: Isolating rubber
Built-in RIAA Preamp: Yes
Speed Control: Dial switch (no manual belt adjustment needed)
USB Output: No
Bluetooth: Yes
Dust Cover: Yes (removable)
Included Accessories: RCA cable, dust cover
Dimensions: 16.5” W x 5”H × 14”D
Weight: 16.5 lbs
Boxed Dimensions: 20.5” W x 8.9”” H x 17.5” D
Boxed Weight: 18.1 lbs
Available Finishes: Black, White, Blue, Green, Orange
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Product Description
Product Description
Get the Details
Features & Specs
Features & Specs
Expert Insight
Expert Insight
The good folks at Cambridge Audio sent us (ListenUp) a Spira 1 turntable to audition. Due to the extraordinarily low price, I was especially interested to see how it would measure up from a build-quality standpoint. Before receiving the Spira 1, I was already impressed by its feature set. At an introductory price of $499, the combination of a built-in phono preamp and Bluetooth connectivity offers exceptional versatility for the money. My question was simple: To include all of those features at this price, what did Cambridge Audio have to sacrifice in the turntable itself? After unboxing the Spira 1, the answer pleasantly surprised me: not nearly as much as I expected. The first thing that stood out was the construction. The plinth feels substantially more solid, and the platter has noticeably more mass than what I typically expect from a turntable in this price range. In fact, from a purely physical build-quality standpoint, the Spira 1 is among the most substantial turntables I have encountered for under $600. That matters. With a turntable, the plinth and platter aren't merely cosmetic. A solid, well-damped foundation helps control unwanted vibration and resonance, allowing the cartridge and tonearm to retrieve more of the information contained in the record groove. Cambridge Audio has managed to combine the convenience modern listeners want, Bluetooth and an integrated phono stage, with the kind of substantial construction I look for in a serious turntable. Well done, Cambridge Audio!
Details
Details
CAMBRIDGE AUDIO SPIRA 1 Turntable
- Available in five colors. Black, White, Blue, Green and Orange
- Switchable Built-In Phono Preamp. Connect the Spira 1 to virtually any audio system. Use the phono output with a dedicated phono input, or switch to line-level output for connections labeled CD, AUX, Line, or Audio In.
- Bluetooth Wireless Audio. Enjoy your vinyl collection wirelessly through compatible Bluetooth headphones, earbuds, powered speakers, or other Bluetooth audio systems.
- Pre-Mounted Audio-Technica AT3600L Cartridge. The proven AT3600L moving-magnet phono cartridge comes factory-mounted and balanced, making setup quick and easy.
- Electronic Speed Control . Conveniently change record speeds electronically without having to manually move or reposition the drive belt.
- Low-Resonance Aluminum Tonearm. The straight aluminum tonearm provides excellent rigidity while helping reduce unwanted resonance for clean, accurate record playback.
- Heavy Iron Platter. The iron platter provides substantial rotational mass for improved speed stability and helps reduce unwanted vibration during playback.
- MDF Wood Plinth. The solid medium-density fiberboard (MDF) plinth helps control resonance and provides a stable foundation for the turntable.
- Rubber Isolation Feet. Specially designed rubber feet help isolate the turntable from external vibration, reducing resonance and helping your records sound their best.
CAMBRIDGE AUDIO Spira 1 Specifications:
Drive Type: Belt drive
Speeds: 33⅓ / 45 RPM
Speed control: Electronic
Motor type: DC Brush Motor
Cartridge: Audio-Technica AT3600L
Tonearm: Aluminium, straight
Anti-skate: Adjustable
Platter: Iron (with sub-platter design)
Mat: Felt
Plinth: MDF
Feet: Isolating rubber
Built-in RIAA Preamp: Yes
Speed Control: Dial switch (no manual belt adjustment needed)
USB Output: No
Bluetooth: Yes
Dust Cover: Yes (removable)
Included Accessories: RCA cable, dust cover
Dimensions: 16.5” W x 5”H × 14”D
Weight: 16.5 lbs
Boxed Dimensions: 20.5” W x 8.9”” H x 17.5” D
Boxed Weight: 18.1 lbs
Available Finishes: Black, White, Blue, Green, Orange
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