Cambridge Audio Alva ST Belt Drive Turntable, MM Cartridge, Bluetooth aptX HD

The Cambridge Audio Alva ST is a belt drive turntable with a pre-installed moving magnet cartridge, a built-in switchable phono stage, and Bluetooth aptX HD wireless streaming. It is designed for vinyl listeners who want high-quality sound with a simple, ready-to-play setup.

The belt drive motor with electronic speed control handles 33 1/3 and 45 RPM at the push of a button, with no need to lift the platter or adjust the belt manually. A 17mm die-cast aluminium platter, CNC-finished for total flatness, sits on a 5mm rubber mat to absorb unwanted resonance and protect records during playback. ProHiFi is an authorised Cambridge Audio dealer in India.

The switchable phono/line output connects the Alva ST to any amplifier, whether it has a phono input or only line-level inputs. Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD adds wireless playback to compatible speakers and headphones at up to 24-bit/48kHz, making it one of the most affordable turntables with genuine hi-res wireless capability.

The high-mass, low-resonance tonearm uses a detachable aluminium headshell for easy cartridge changes, with an anti-skating dial for fine adjustment. Sound and Image gave it an award, What Hi-Fi praised the clean and detailed Bluetooth stream, and World Wide Stereo called it an incredible value turntable. The chassis combines a 1mm aluminium top plate, a vibration-absorbing EVA layer, and an MDF base, finished in Lunar Grey aluminium with a matt black plinth.

Key Features

• Belt drive motor; 33 1/3 and 45 RPM; electronic speed control
• Pre-installed moving magnet cartridge, elliptical stylus
• 17mm die-cast aluminium platter; CNC-finished; 5mm rubber mat
• High-mass, low-resonance tonearm with detachable headshell
• Built-in switchable phono stage (phono/line output)
• Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD wireless streaming (24-bit/48kHz)
• Phono stage: 42dB gain, RIAA plus or minus 0.3dB, SNR above 90dB
• Anti-skating adjustment dial
• Aluminium, EVA, and MDF chassis construction; 9kg
• Dust cover with hinges included
• 435 x 139 x 367mm; Lunar Grey finish

Warranty:

1-year manufacturer's warranty

Why Consider the Cambridge Audio Alva ST

The Alva ST is the right choice for vinyl listeners who want a well-built, ready-to-play turntable with both wired and wireless capability at a more accessible price than the Alva TT V2. The belt drive motor provides smooth, low-vibration playback, the built-in phono stage removes the need for any external box, and Bluetooth aptX HD lets you stream records wirelessly to any compatible speaker or headphone in hi-res quality. The detachable headshell makes upgrading the cartridge straightforward as the system grows. For an Indian audiophile starting a vinyl collection or adding a turntable to an existing system, the Alva ST delivers Cambridge Audio's Alva engineering at a price point that represents strong value.

Ideal for

• Vinyl listeners wanting a ready-to-play turntable with no external phono stage needed
• Those who want wireless vinyl playback via Bluetooth aptX HD
• Amplifiers with line-level inputs only, using the built-in phono stage in line mode
• First-time turntable buyers wanting a quality upgrade over entry-level decks
• Listeners who value belt drive smoothness and electronic speed switching
• Those looking for a turntable with a detachable headshell for future cartridge upgrades

What's in the Box

• Cambridge Audio Alva ST Belt Drive Turntable
• Dust Cover
• Hinge Assembly (x2)
• Removable Headshell with Moving Magnet Cartridge (pre-installed)
• Die-Cast Aluminium Platter
• Counterweight
• Slipmat
• Ortofon Stylus Gauge
• RCA Cable
• Ground Lead
• Power Adaptor with Switchable Plugs
• Quick Start Guide

Technical Specifications