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Audio Technica HOTARU – Limited Edition Floating Turntable

AED 41,999 inc. vat

The Audio-Technica Hotaru is a limited-edition floating turntable (1,000 units) featuring magnetic-repulsion levitation, integrated amplifier, and built-in speakers for ultra-clean analog playback. Its reactive lighting syncs with music, offering 20 colors and three modes for an immersive multisensory experience. A carbon-fiber tonearm pairs with a special AT-VM740xML microlinear cartridge, upgradeable to MM/MC via a switch. The concealed belt-driven sub-platter minimizes vibration for greater accuracy. Crafted from acrylic and aluminum with brass feet, it blends performance with artful design. Hotaru arrives wrapped in Kyoto furoshiki cloth, honoring 60+ years of Audio-Technica analog craft.

  • All-in-one record player with integrated turntable, amplifier, and speakers
  • “Floating” concept, using a magnetic repulsion system
  • Sound reactive lights with three lighting modes, using a colour palette of 20 shades
  • Features a special version of the AT-VM740xML cartridge with a black finish and a microlinear stylus, which can be exchanged or upgraded for any compatible MM or MC cartridges
  • Made of meticulously crafted acrylic, and high-quality aluminium with integrated speakers and solid brass feet
  • Straight tonearm, made of lightweight, high-rigidity carbon fibre
  • A sub-platter drive method with concealed belt minimises the effect of motor vibrations while preserving sonic performance
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SKU: AT-FTT Category:
Description

Floating Platter

A magnetic-repulsion platter suspends the record to suppress vibration and enhance playback clarity. Its levitating design creates striking visual presence while preserving sonic precision. A concealed sub-platter belt system stabilizes rotation for accurate, detailed performance.

Reactive Lighting

A responsive lighting system blends sound and color through 20 selectable shades and three modes. Lights shift in sync with music, deepening emotional connection and atmosphere. This multisensory design transforms every listening session into a vivid, immersive experience.

Precision Cartridge

A dedicated AT-VM740xML microlinear cartridge reveals fine musical nuance and smooth dynamics. A switch beneath the platter enables MM/MC use for versatile system matching. Paired with a carbon-fiber tonearm, it ensures controlled, accurate groove tracking.

Premium Build

Acrylic, aluminum, and solid brass construction provide stability, resonance control, and modern elegance. An integrated amplifier and speakers create cohesive sound in a compact footprint. Careful engineering ensures the unit performs as beautifully as it looks.

About Audio Technica
Audio-Technica is the world renowned manufacturer of audio equipment. Initially known for state-of-the-art phonograph cartridges, Audio-Technica now creates headphones, turntables, microphones and other audio products for home and professional use.
Specifications
Turntable
  • Motor: DC servo motor
  • Drive Method: Belt drive
  • Speeds: 33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM
  • Turntable Platter: Acrylic platter
  • Wow and Flutter: < 0.15%
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: > 60 dB
  • Output Level: LINE: 200 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
  • Output Level: Line output (RCA pin jack ×2) Subwoofer output (RCA pin jack ×1)
  • Phono Pre-Amp Gain: MM: 36 dB MC: 56 dB
  • Tracking Force Adjustment Range: 0 – 4.0 g
  • Replacement Stylus: AT-VMN40xML BK (sold separately)
  • Replacement Belt: AT-FTT exclusive belt (long, short) (sold separately)
  • Power Supply Requirements: 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 2.5 A Max. (for India: 1.3 A)
  • AC Adapter: 12 V, 7.5 A (for India: 12 V, 6.67 A)
  • Power Consumption: 70 W
  • Operating Temperature: 5°C – 35°C (41°F – 95°F)
Tonearm
  • Type: Static balanced straight carbon tonearm
  • Effective Length: 227.7 mm (9.0”)
  • Overhang: 17.9 mm (0.70”)
  • Maximum Tracking Error Angle: < 1.9°
  • Tracking force adjustment range: 0 – 4.0 g
  • Applicable Cartridge Weight: 4.5 – 10.0 g (excluding headshell)
Cartridge
  • Model: AT-VM740xML (Limited Edition Black Color Special Specification)
  • Type: VM stereo cartridge
  • Recommended Load Impedance: 47,000 ohms
  • Output Voltage: 3.2 mV (1 kHz, 5cm/sec.)
  • Stylus Shape: 2.2 × 0.12 mil Nude Microlinear
  • Cantilever: Aluminium tapered pipe
  • Tracking Force: 1.8 to 2.2 g (standard 2.0 g)
  • Weight: 8.8 g (0.31 oz)
Headshell
  • Weight Approx: 10.7 g (0.38 oz) (including lead wires) / Approx. 10.0 g (0.35 oz) (excluding lead wires)
  • Overhang Adjustment: +1.7 to −3.3 mm (when using AT-VM740xML)
Speaker
  • Speaker Sensitivity: 82 dB (1W, 1 m)
  • Tweeter Unit: 31 mm (1.2”) × 2
  • Speaker Unit: 63.5 mm (2.5”) × 2
  • Frequency Response: 80 – 20,000 Hz
  • Maximum Output: 50 W (25 W + 25 W)

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