{
  "id": 14408108,
  "title": "I spy the perfect turntable to get you into vinyl: Cambridge Audio's new minimalist deck is designed to be easy to use for first-time owners",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/i-spy-the-perfect-turntable-to-get-you-into-vinyl-cambridge-audios",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-14T09:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/audio/i-spy-the-perfect-turntable-to-get-you-into-vinyl-cambridge-audios-new-minimalist-deck-is-designed-to-be-easy-to-use-for-first-time-owners"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Cambridge Audio has unveiled its new Spira turntable, a mid-range priced option designed to be accessible for first-time vinyl owners. With a price tag of $499 (about AU$640), it is more affordable compared to other entry-level models like the Audio Alva TT V2. The Spira boasts a range of connection options, making it easy to integrate into an existing audio system, whether you have expensive speakers or a single Bluetooth speaker. The turntable features a built-in phono preamp and a Bluetooth connection, ensuring compatibility with various devices. Its minimalist design, featuring an aluminum tonearm with an Audio-Technica cartridge, a steel platter, and a wooden plinth, is intended to simplify the user experience. Available in five colors, the Spira is a versatile choice for both novice and experienced vinyl enthusiasts.",
  "summary": "The Cambridge Audio Spira is a new colorful turntable designed for simplicity, perfect as a gateway product for fledgling vinyl collectors",
  "key_points": [
    "Cambridge Audio launches Spira turntable for $499",
    "Turntable features built-in phono preamp and Bluetooth",
    "Minimalist design includes aluminum tonearm and wooden plinth"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}