Musical Fidelity M8xTT Turntable

Description

Musical Fidelity M8xTT Turntable

The Musical Fidelity M8xTT Turntable is a statement-level turntable that reflects Musical Fidelity’s commitment to pure, high-end analogue playback.

The M8xTT is firmly in the category of “no compromise analogue”. This is not an entry into vinyl, it is a serious step into high-end territory.

What immediately stands out is the sense of authority and control. The high-mass design, combined with its advanced motor isolation, results in an incredibly stable platform. You hear that as deeper bass, more precise imaging, and a quieter background, which lets the music come through more naturally.

In listening, the M8xTT has a very composed and refined character. It does not exaggerate or colour the sound, instead it presents music with scale, texture, and realism. It is particularly impressive with complex recordings, where it maintains separation and clarity even during dense passages.

From our perspective, this is ideal for customers who already have a high-end system and want a turntable that can truly keep up. It rewards good cartridges, quality phono stages, and careful setup, making it a long-term investment piece rather than a stepping stone.

 

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the Musical Fidelity M8xTT suitable for beginners or entry-level systems?
   No, the M8xTT is designed for experienced users and high-end systems. It requires careful setup and benefits from quality supporting components such as a good phono stage and cartridge.
2. Does the M8xTT come with a cartridge included?
   Typically, high-end turntables like the M8xTT are supplied without a cartridge, allowing you to choose one that best suits your system and listening preferences.
3. What type of cartridge works best with this turntable?
   It pairs exceptionally well with high-quality moving coil cartridges, although moving magnet cartridges can also be used depending on your setup.
4. Do I need a separate phono stage with the M8xTT?
   Yes, this turntable does not include a built-in phono stage. You will need an external phono preamp to connect it to your amplifier or system.
5. How important is setup for a turntable like this?
   Setup is critical. Proper alignment, tracking force, and isolation will significantly affect performance. We recommend professional setup or expert guidance to get the best results.

 

What the Experts Say

• “A beautifully engineered turntable that delivers precision, stability, and musical realism.”
• “Combines high-mass design with refined performance for serious vinyl enthusiasts.”
• “A true high-end analogue source with excellent control and detail retrieval.”
• “… A masterclass in taking a classic design and bringing it right up to date. Superbly built and very fine sounding… ” → Adam Smith – Hi-Fi NEWS 11-2023
• “… The M8xTT is a muscular-sounding turntable exhibiting a solid grip on the music. The result was perfect image definition, combined with realistic placement and substantial depth. The M8xTT was notable here for the lushness that it imparted to the top end...” → Jason Thorpe – Soundstage!Ultra 04/2024
• “… The Musical Fidelity M8xTT with its 10-inch arm and play-free bearing is a true joy-maker. This listening pleasure is not cheap, but well worth the money…” → Alexander Rose-Fehling – Audio/Stereoplay 01/2024
• “… A structurally uncompromising perfectionism results here in truly excellent sound, which we only know from a few turntables in the industry. A dream of a record player…” → Alex Röser – Audio Test 03/2024

 

Ideal For

• High-end vinyl systems
• Audiophile listening setups
• Medium to large dedicated listening rooms
• Customers upgrading from mid-tier turntables

 

Features

• Mass loaded belt drive design with electronic speed change 33/45
• Heavyweight aluminium sandwich platter
• Heavy multi-alloy record puck included
• Height adjustable magnetic feet
• New 10“ Musical Fidelity tonearm
• Azimuth and VTA fully adjustable
• Non-resonant acrylic plinth with effective decoupling
• RCA and balanced XLR outputs
• Heavy aluminium record puck included
• Leather mat included
• Handmade in Europe

High-Mass Plinth Design

A heavy, inert plinth reduces unwanted vibration and resonance, providing a stable platform for accurate playback.

Advanced Motor Isolation

The motor is completely decoupled from the main chassis, minimising vibration transfer and improving speed stability.

Precision Bearing System

A high-quality bearing assembly ensures smooth platter rotation and reduced mechanical noise.

Premium Tonearm Included

Supplied with a high-performance tonearm designed to extract maximum detail from your cartridge.

Electronic Speed Control

Switchable speeds with precise electronic control for consistent and accurate playback.

Audiophile-Grade Construction

Built with high-quality materials and tight tolerances to deliver long-term performance and reliability.

Suggested System Pairing

• Phono Stage: Musical Fidelity M6x Vinyl or similar high-end phono stage
• Amplifier: Musical Fidelity M6si / M8xi or equivalent
• Speakers: Paradigm Founder Series or Klipsch Heritage range

 

Specifications

Brand: Musical Fidelity
Model: M8xTT
Product Type: Turntable

Drive System
Belt drive with electronic speed control

Platter
Sandwich aluminium platter with aluminium inserts (10 kg), both floors with TPE damping
Inverted bearing with ceramic ball tip

Tonearm
Supplied high-performance tonearm – 10‘‘ Musical Fidelity tonearm

Speed
33⅓ RPM
45 RPM

Wow & flutter
33rpm: +-0.05%, 45rpm +-0.04%

Speed drift
33rpm: +-0.11%, 45rpm: +-0.10%

Signal to noise
-78 dB

Motor
Externally isolated motor system

Control
Electronic speed control

Outputs
RCA (via tonearm cable)

Dimensions
533 x 245 x 413 mm

Weight
31.5 kg

MPN: M8XTT
SKU: MF-M8XTT

EAN / UPC / GTIN: Not publicly published

 

Why Buy From Rapallo

✔ Authorised Musical Fidelity dealer
✔ Expert analogue system matching
✔ NZ warranty support
✔ Setup and calibration advice
✔ Trusted NZ hi-fi specialists