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Cambridge Audio Alva ST TURNTABLE £849

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Cambridge Audio released the Alva TT – the world’s first aptX HD Bluetooth turntable – in 2019, and that deck has been successful enough to spawn not only a V2, but also a brand new turntable: the Alva ST.

A completely new belt-drive design, new tonearm and cartridge, new platter and lower price tag make this turntable an intriguing option. At £849, the Alva ST takes Cambridge into the sub-£1000 price point for the first time, bringing it into more affordable realms for many. Considering it has many of the same premium features as its pricier sibling, the Alva TT V2 (£1699) – Bluetooth streaming skills, switchable phono stage

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