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With the addition of high-resolution Bluetooth aptX HD, you can stream your record collection wirelessly to compatible speakers or headphones in stunning 24-bit quality, liberating your turntable from the hi-fi rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth aptX HD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in transmitter streams vinyl wirelessly to headphones or speakers in Hi-Res 24-bit\/48kHz quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBelt Drive Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electronic speed control ensures stable and precise rotation at 33 1\/3 and 45 rpm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Phono Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switchable Moving Magnet (MM) phono pre-amp allows direct connection to any amplifier or active speaker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Installed Cartridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comes with a high-output Audio Technica AT-VM95E Moving Magnet cartridge perfectly aligned for instant playback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Mass Tonearm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-resonance static balanced tonearm with a detachable headshell makes cartridge upgrades easy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDie-Cast Platter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy 17mm aluminium platter with a 5mm rubber mat dampens unwanted vibrations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHI-RES WIRELESS FREEDOM\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alva ST frees your turntable from the constraints of cables. With integrated Bluetooth aptX HD, it can stream your records to any compatible Bluetooth receiver—be it a pair of headphones for private listening or a wireless speaker across the room—at up to 24-bit\/48kHz resolution. This means you can enjoy the authentic analogue sound of vinyl with the flexibility of modern digital streaming, without sacrificing audio quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePRECISION ENGINEERING\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery element of the Alva ST is engineered for sonic purity. The belt-drive motor is electronically controlled to ensure pitch-perfect speed stability, easily switchable between 33 and 45 rpm via top-panel buttons. The 17mm die-cast aluminium platter provides a solid, flywheel-effect rotation, while the high-mass tonearm tracks your grooves with precision, minimizing resonance and distortion to let the music shine through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eREADY TO PLAY\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCambridge Audio believes that high-end audio shouldn't be difficult. The Alva ST includes a factory-installed Audio Technica AT-VM95E Moving Magnet cartridge, a highly regarded tracker known for its detailed and balanced sound. Combined with the built-in phono stage—derived from the award-winning Alva Duo—you can connect the turntable directly to any line-level input on an amplifier or even straight into powered speakers, removing the need for extra boxes and wires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Listening Room Difference\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe’re a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland, and a reputation built on trust, not hype. Whether you’re visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don’t just ship boxes. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. 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