Kanto OBI3 second-gen turntable lands in Australia

iWorld Australia has added the Kanto OBI3 second-generation Bluetooth turntable to its range, priced at AUD $349.95 and available in five colours.

The new record player adds Bluetooth 5.3, a built-in selectable phono preamp and pitch control, alongside features aimed at home listeners who want both wireless and wired playback.

Kanto's updated OBI3 comes in walnut, matte white, matte ice blue, matte green and matte black. It is positioned as an all-new second-generation version of the company's OBI3 turntable line.

The product enters an active part of the audio market, as vinyl continues to hold niche but steady appeal among consumers seeking physical media and dedicated listening systems. Turntable makers have increasingly paired traditional analogue components with Bluetooth support to broaden compatibility with powered speakers and other home audio equipment.

Key features

One of the main updates is a speed sensor-controlled motor system designed to maintain playback stability and timing. According to the product information, the system continuously monitors motor performance to improve pitch accuracy during use.

The OBI3 also has a weighted plinth designed to reduce resonance and external vibration. It includes an aluminium platter and flush-mounted hinges, highlighting both build quality and appearance.

For users who want more control over playback and tracking, the turntable includes an adjustable counterweight, anti-skate control and a pitch control knob. These settings are commonly associated with more hands-on record player setup, allowing owners to tailor tracking force, reduce skipping and alter playback speed.

Connectivity includes both wireless and conventional options. Buyers can stream audio via Bluetooth or connect the unit through RCA outputs using the built-in selectable phono preamp, making it compatible with powered speakers, amplifiers and older hi-fi systems.

Cartridge included

Kanto ships the model with an Audio-Technica AT3600L cartridge pre-installed. Widely used in entry-level and mid-market turntables, the cartridge allows the player to be used out of the box without a separate purchase or installation.

The second-generation OBI3 specification list includes Bluetooth connectivity, a built-in selectable phono preamp, adjustable counterweight, anti-skate control, pitch control, aluminium platter, flush-mounted hinges, the pre-installed Audio-Technica AT3600L cartridge and RCA output.

The combination suggests Kanto is positioning the model for consumers who want a relatively accessible turntable with features more often associated with configurable hi-fi equipment. At AUD $349.95, it enters a crowded part of the market where brands compete on design, ease of use and the balance between analogue listening and wireless convenience.

Retail push

For iWorld Australia, the addition broadens a catalogue spanning audio, lifestyle, and health and wellness products. Offering the turntable in multiple finishes also gives the retailer more scope to appeal to shoppers who see record players as both an audio purchase and a home furnishing choice.

The OBI3's design leans into that trend. Product details highlight premium finishes and a modern look, while the hardware remains focused on playback essentials such as speed stability, vibration control and cartridge tracking.

That matters in a segment where visual presentation often carries nearly as much weight as technical specification. At this price point, consumers are often choosing between minimalist decks with few adjustments and more traditional models with manual controls and broader connection options.

By combining Bluetooth, an integrated preamp and adjustable setup controls, Kanto's second-generation OBI3 appears intended to straddle those two camps. It offers an easier path for buyers connecting to modern speakers while retaining enough manual features to appeal to listeners who want a more involved vinyl setup.

The model is now available through iWorld Australia at AUD $349.95 in five finishes: walnut, matte white, matte ice blue, matte green and matte black.