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Cambridge Audio Alva TT
Bluetooth Turntable
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£1,499
”A great record player, a brilliant hi-res wireless source and a genuine world-first.” ’Trusted Reviews’ – Highly Recommended - 5-Star review
The perfect blend of sound and function
Offering the perfect synergy of sound and function, the Cambridge Alva TT is an audiophile turntable that’s also easy to set-up and use. Unlike like some high-end turntables, set-up is drama free and speed control is via electronic control (no need to manually change the belt over). A built-in phonostage and Bluetooth output offer universal connectivity, letting you enjoy the top quality sound from any Hi-Fi or speaker system.
World’s first Bluetooth aptX HD turntable
This isn’t the first turntable to wirelessly connect to your Hi-Fi or Bluetooth speaker, but it is the first to do so without compromising on sound quality. Bluetooth connectivity usually means a loss in sound quality but, thanks to the Alva TT’s aptX HD output, wireless sound is better quality than ever. Working up to 24 bit/48kHz, the Alva TT offers Hi-Res audio to beat CD – cable-free.
Or cable it up
For a fully analogue experience, little beats a cabled connection. The Alva TT features a built-in phonostage, so it connects to any Hi-Fi system with an AUX input. RCA phono outputs let you use any phono cable, allowing you to use longer or higher quality cables of your choice.
Direct Drive for ultimate precision
Rather than using a belt drive system, the Alva TT opts for Direct Drive. This offers excellent pitch stability, for clean precise notes. A further advantage is there’s no belt to clean and replace.
Top quality, British-made tonearm
Engineered from a single piece of aluminium, the tonearm’s arm-tube is as rigid as possible. This means the best possible support for the cartridge, with the least sound lost to mechanical inefficiency. The classic design is highly proven and renowned as one of the best tonearms in its class. In short, it simply gets on with playing the music, with as little distortion as possible.
Moving Coil cartridge for accurate detail
Another sign of this turntable’s top-class credentials is the standard fit Moving Coil cartridge. Reserved for the highest quality turntables, Moving Coil (MC) cartridges improve over the standard Moving Magnet (MM) versions by offering a fixed stylus for improved accuracy. Smoother and more natural-sounding, once you’ve heard just how good a MC cartridge can sound, you won’t want to go back to MM.
Easy to set-up and practical
With the cartridge already in place and no belt to install, it’s easy to get started with the Alva TT. Simply adjust the weight and push the bias setting to ‘2’ and you’re good to go. Once set-up, a practical lid and push-button speed control make the Alva TT easy to live with.
Stylish good looks
Sleek, clean lines with a reassuring solidness, the Alva TT exudes a sense of quality. Finished in classic graphite grey and black, the Alva TT’s smooth style perfectly match the Cambridge Audio Edge but also blend seamlessly with a wide range of other brand components and speakers.
Get deeper into the groove, with the Cambridge Audio Alva TT turntable.
The perfect blend of sound and function
Offering the perfect synergy of sound and function, the Cambridge Alva TT is an audiophile turntable that’s also easy to set-up and use. Unlike like some high-end turntables, set-up is drama free and speed control is via electronic control (no need to manually change the belt over). A built-in phonostage and Bluetooth output offer universal connectivity, letting you enjoy the top quality sound from any Hi-Fi or speaker system.
World’s first Bluetooth aptX HD turntable
This isn’t the first turntable to wirelessly connect to your Hi-Fi or Bluetooth speaker, but it is the first to do so without compromising on sound quality. Bluetooth connectivity usually means a loss in sound quality but, thanks to the Alva TT’s aptX HD output, wireless sound is better quality than ever. Working up to 24 bit/48kHz, the Alva TT offers Hi-Res audio to beat CD – cable-free.
Or cable it up
For a fully analogue experience, little beats a cabled connection. The Alva TT features a built-in phonostage, so it connects to any Hi-Fi system with an AUX input. RCA phono outputs let you use any phono cable, allowing you to use longer or higher quality cables of your choice.
Direct Drive for ultimate precision
Rather than using a belt drive system, the Alva TT opts for Direct Drive. This offers excellent pitch stability, for clean precise notes. A further advantage is there’s no belt to clean and replace.
Top quality, British-made tonearm
Engineered from a single piece of aluminium, the tonearm’s arm-tube is as rigid as possible. This means the best possible support for the cartridge, with the least sound lost to mechanical inefficiency. The classic design is highly proven and renowned as one of the best tonearms in its class. In short, it simply gets on with playing the music, with as little distortion as possible.
Moving Coil cartridge for accurate detail
Another sign of this turntable’s top-class credentials is the standard fit Moving Coil cartridge. Reserved for the highest quality turntables, Moving Coil (MC) cartridges improve over the standard Moving Magnet (MM) versions by offering a fixed stylus for improved accuracy. Smoother and more natural-sounding, once you’ve heard just how good a MC cartridge can sound, you won’t want to go back to MM.
Easy to set-up and practical
With the cartridge already in place and no belt to install, it’s easy to get started with the Alva TT. Simply adjust the weight and push the bias setting to ‘2’ and you’re good to go. Once set-up, a practical lid and push-button speed control make the Alva TT easy to live with.
Stylish good looks
Sleek, clean lines with a reassuring solidness, the Alva TT exudes a sense of quality. Finished in classic graphite grey and black, the Alva TT’s smooth style perfectly match the Cambridge Audio Edge but also blend seamlessly with a wide range of other brand components and speakers.
Get deeper into the groove, with the Cambridge Audio Alva TT turntable.
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T&Cs apply
Products must be brand new, boxed, carry a comparable guarantee and be in stock at time of purchase. Richer Sounds price used to compare will be net of any voucher / trade in discounts.
T&Cs apply
Buy now, pay later available
by phone, on items over £500
We offer 6 month interest free options. Call our Telesales team for details.
For purchases over £500, pay a 10% deposit now and the balance in 6 months. Pay the balance in full before the end of the 6 months and there is no interest to pay whatsoever, just a one-off settlement fee of £29. Subject to application, financial circumstances and borrowing history. Ts&Cs apply. 19.9% APR representative. Find out more
Disabled assistance
All products that are available to purchase on the Richer Sounds website can be delivered free to blind, partially sighted or those with a disability.
Please contact web after sales for more info.
For delivery of in-store only deals, please contact your local store for more details.
T&Cs apply - see our delivery page.
For delivery of in-store only deals, please contact your local store for more details.
T&Cs apply - see our delivery page.
* We now offer an extended exchange period on selected products, while our stores are temporarily closed. Audition in the comfort of your own home and enjoy the reassurance that you have made the right choice, or if you’re not completely satisfied, exchange in-store for a different product any time up to 14 days after our stores re-open. Click here for full Ts&Cs.
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The perfect blend of sound and function
Offering the perfect synergy of sound and function, the Cambridge Alva TT is an audiophile turntable that’s also easy to set-up and use. Unlike like some high-end turntables, set-up is drama free and speed control is via electronic control (no need to manually change the belt over). A built-in phonostage and Bluetooth output offer universal connectivity, letting you enjoy the top quality sound from any Hi-Fi or speaker system.
World’s first Bluetooth aptX HD turntable
This isn’t the first turntable to wirelessly connect to your Hi-Fi or Bluetooth speaker, but it is the first to do so without compromising on sound quality. Bluetooth connectivity usually means a loss in sound quality but, thanks to the Alva TT’s aptX HD output, wireless sound is better quality than ever. Working up to 24 bit/48kHz, the Alva TT offers Hi-Res audio to beat CD – cable-free.
Or cable it up
For a fully analogue experience, little beats a cabled connection. The Alva TT features a built-in phonostage, so it connects to any Hi-Fi system with an AUX input. RCA phono outputs let you use any phono cable, allowing you to use longer or higher quality cables of your choice.
Direct Drive for ultimate precision
Rather than using a belt drive system, the Alva TT opts for Direct Drive. This offers excellent pitch stability, for clean precise notes. A further advantage is there’s no belt to clean and replace.
Top quality, British-made tonearm
Engineered from a single piece of aluminium, the tonearm’s arm-tube is as rigid as possible. This means the best possible support for the cartridge, with the least sound lost to mechanical inefficiency. The classic design is highly proven and renowned as one of the best tonearms in its class. In short, it simply gets on with playing the music, with as little distortion as possible.
Moving Coil cartridge for accurate detail
Another sign of this turntable’s top-class credentials is the standard fit Moving Coil cartridge. Reserved for the highest quality turntables, Moving Coil (MC) cartridges improve over the standard Moving Magnet (MM) versions by offering a fixed stylus for improved accuracy. Smoother and more natural-sounding, once you’ve heard just how good a MC cartridge can sound, you won’t want to go back to MM.
Easy to set-up and practical
With the cartridge already in place and no belt to install, it’s easy to get started with the Alva TT. Simply adjust the weight and push the bias setting to ‘2’ and you’re good to go. Once set-up, a practical lid and push-button speed control make the Alva TT easy to live with.
Stylish good looks
Sleek, clean lines with a reassuring solidness, the Alva TT exudes a sense of quality. Finished in classic graphite grey and black, the Alva TT’s smooth style perfectly match the Cambridge Audio Edge but also blend seamlessly with a wide range of other brand components and speakers.
Get deeper into the groove, with the Cambridge Audio Alva TT turntable.
Brand
Cambridge Audio
Speeds
33/45
Replacement Stylus Code
NA (Fixed MC stylus)
Cartridge Included?
High Output Moving Coil
Bluetooth Output
yes
Built In Phono Stage
yes
Auto/Manual
manual
Belt Drive/Direct Drive
direct_drive
Weight (KG)
11
Dimensions WxDxH (mm)
435 x 368 x 139
Rated 5 out of
5
by
STMAR from
Appearing on Vinyl again.
I finally decided to order after months of deliberation, and like a previous review states, So glad i have taken the plunge.
Of course it is not a cheap turntable and many are now out there, albeit it few Bluetooth.
The set up is simple, basically the tracking force to be done and away you go.
I paired my headphones effortlessly , cabled it to my Azur 851a , and then the experience began, initially I am hyper critical , but once i settle down it`s realizing it fits the brief and I very happy.
Vinyl and it`s comeback have reunited me with an old friend and those memories of endless trips to local record shops, to buy 45`s in the `70s.
The Alva TT is a great addition.
Date published: 2020-04-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
sunscreemer from
Beautiful, easy set up & connection, great sound!
Form as well as function is important to me and I wanted to play my old vinyl whilst using my Naim mu-so. This turntable has incredible design, connects seamlessly and sounds great. Set-up was simple and the Bluetooth aptX connection is rock solid.
Date published: 2020-02-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Paul.r from
Different but don't let that fool you
Just a really good turntable, especially if you want something that performs well and is easy to set up and use. I feel the arm is let down by the plastic end stub - I changed it out to a metal stub. Some reviews mention a lack of omph or dynamics which I felt was not completely untrue but some experimentation with a thin platter mat and a record weight seem to eradicate this. Overall excellent and who doesn't like to try out a few cheap tweeks.
Date published: 2020-01-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Randonneur from
Just what I'd hoped for !
Being no stranger to Cambridge Audio equipment - my CXNv2 having been acquired a year or so ago - I felt motivated to purchase the ALVA TT.
Unboxing and setting up proved straightforward and pleasurable.The build quality is immediately apparent and, after two weeks of daily use, I am totally won over by this truly desirable piece of kit.
A few things worth mentioning ... Do take the time to balance the tone arm as instructed and be aware that it feels almost weightless when lining it up for lowering down to play records. The apex bluetooth paired with my headphones in seconds and appears to have a decent range as I was able to enjoy high quality, detailed sound even in adjoining rooms. Furthermore, Cambridge Audio provide decent interconnects to link with AMP AUX IN - a significant plus !
And the audio experience ? I'm hearing stunning musical sensitivity and detail, even from my 1950's vinyls. Thanks to the ALVA TT, my listening is mightily enhanced !
Date published: 2019-12-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
humper1 from
new HiFi
Excellent service, "sound" advice on the phone I ordered, able to choose the day for delivery and everything works as hoped - sorted!
Date published: 2019-11-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Bluenose68 from
easy to use, great design, features and quality
I had been looking at this for a while. On a recent trip to Glasgow I finally got it. Love it.
Date published: 2019-11-06
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Sush from
Reconnect with vinyl without the extra "boxes"
I bought the Cambridge Audio Alva TT as an opportunity to reconnect with my sadly neglected vinyl collection but without the need to buy separate amps etc.
The Bluetooth AptX HD streaming was a key factor in my selection as this feature allows you to stream Hi Res sound straight to wireless speakers or suitable bluetooth AptX HD headphones though there is connectivity to allow you to connect via standard cables to an amplifier.
The quality of sound output generated from the Cambridge moving coil cartridge and inbuilt phono pre amp is excellent and warm. My vinyl collection, sounded as good if not better than I remember when I bought it many moons back and certainly comparable if not better than comparable lossless hi res audio files whether listening on wireless speakers or suitable bluetooth headphones .
The quality of build is high and construction is really solid and stable.The design is minimalist but functional and stylish. The set up is straightforward and painless, especially if you view the Cambridge Audio unboxing and set up video on Youtube first.
Definitely a good choice and a perfect way to rediscover my vinyl collection.
Date published: 2019-10-15
Rated 5 out of
5
by
dplachov2019 from
Great store and item.
Great sound, love this product. I am a loyal customer.
Date published: 2019-09-16
£1,499
Cambridge Audio Alva TT is rated
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We think you’ll agree that our Supercare guarantee offers fantastic value. What’s more, if you don’t use our it in the 6 year period, we’ll refund the cost of it. You really can’t say fairer than that!
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Lowest price guaranteed!
We’ll beat any genuine advertised price, even from the web & give you up to £100!
We're confident that our prices are amongst the very keenest out there, so we've made it as easy as pie to qualify for our Price Beat. Richer Sounds also guarantees to beat web prices, and Price Beat is even valid for 7 days after purchase, so if you've seen a cheaper price, let us know, and we'll happily beat that price by up to £100!
Products must be brand new, boxed, carry a comparable guarantee and be in stock at time of purchase. Richer Sounds price used to compare will be net of any voucher / trade in discounts.
T&Cs apply
Products must be brand new, boxed, carry a comparable guarantee and be in stock at time of purchase. Richer Sounds price used to compare will be net of any voucher / trade in discounts.
T&Cs apply
Buy now, pay later available
by phone, on items over £500
We offer 6 month interest free options. Call our Telesales team for details.
For purchases over £500, pay a 10% deposit now and the balance in 6 months. Pay the balance in full before the end of the 6 months and there is no interest to pay whatsoever, just a one-off settlement fee of £29. Subject to application, financial circumstances and borrowing history. Ts&Cs apply. 19.9% APR representative. Find out more
Disabled assistance
All products that are available to purchase on the Richer Sounds website can be delivered free to blind, partially sighted or those with a disability.
Please contact web after sales for more info.
For delivery of in-store only deals, please contact your local store for more details.
T&Cs apply - see our delivery page.
For delivery of in-store only deals, please contact your local store for more details.
T&Cs apply - see our delivery page.