Uberlight
Flex UL Flex 3400TL - Turntable Lamp

Vinyl Accessories · Turntable Lighting

Every vinyl lover knows that moment: The lights are dimmed, the record is spinning, and the needle needs to land precisely in the lead-in groove. That’s exactly when the mood quickly turns into a shot in the dark. The UberLight™ Flex 2.0 from Canada’s Reliable Corporation solves this problem with an elegance that has delighted analog fans worldwide: a glare-free LED turntable light that directs its light exactly where it’s needed—onto the cartridge, the stylus, and the groove—all while creating a truly feel-good atmosphere in the listening room.

With the second generation, Reliable has purposefully refined this classic. The ergonomic design, the 270° rotatable lamp head, and the sturdy yet flexible silicone gooseneck—which reliably holds any position—remain unchanged. New features include the braided USB-C power cable, which meets the latest connectivity standards, as well as a second model: In addition to the tried-and-true version with a C-clamp, the UberLight Flex is now also available with a stable base. And most importantly for audiophiles: Thanks to the selected LED type, there is no RF interference—even with sensitive pickup systems.

Whether you’re placing the cartridge on the record, cleaning the stylus to the side, or quickly checking to make sure the record is truly clean before playing: With the UberLight Flex, you can see what would otherwise remain hidden in the dim light. A tried-and-true trick is to use raking light —align the light head flat across the record’s surface, and dust particles, lint, and fingerprints become immediately visible without having to spend time turning the record back and forth under a lamp. This way, you can reach for the brush just in time, before dirt ends up in the groove and the stylus picks it up.

This precise lighting is particularly valuable during adjustment and installation work involving the tonearm: when aligning the cartridge with the alignment template, when reading the scales for tracking force and anti-skating, when checking the azimuth from the front, or when tightening tiny headshell screws. The 270° head and the rigid gooseneck direct the light into every corner—from above, from the side, or flat across the tonearm—without requiring you to constantly readjust the lamp. Because the light is glare-free, you can focus on the details comfortably instead of staring into a harsh light source.

What many people don’t know: Not every LED lamp belongs near a turntable. Inexpensive LED lights and their drivers can emit high-frequency interference that contaminates the cartridge’s signal as a faint hum, buzz, or crackle. Moving-coil systems are particularly susceptible, as their output voltage is often only in the range of a few tenths of a millivolt and is amplified many times over by the phono preamp—any interference is mercilessly audible as a result.

That’s why Reliable deliberately chose an LED type for the UberLight Flex that doesn’t cause any high-frequency interference. This means you can place the light right next to the tonearm and leave it on even during playback without compromising sound quality. A quick tip for achieving perfect silence in your system: Whenever possible, avoid running the power cable—just like any other power or supply cable—directly parallel to the tonearm or phono cable.

With three brightness levels and three color temperatures, the UberLight Flex offers a total of nine lighting settings. Cool, daylight-like light provides maximum contrast for delicate tasks such as stylus inspection or cartridge adjustment. Neutral white is the ideal all-rounder, while warm white light bathes the turntable and record shelf in a cozy atmosphere—perfect for a listening session when the overhead light is off.

According to the manufacturer, the UberLight Flex achieves a Color Rendering Index (CRI) of over 80: colors on record covers, labels, and colored vinyl are reproduced naturally. The eye-friendly LEDs are rated for up to 60,000 operating hours —at three hours of daily use, that amounts to more than half a century. Replacing the light source is therefore practically never an issue.

The second generation of the UberLight Flex is powered via a braided USB-C cable. The textile braid is more durable and kink-resistant than a simple plastic sheath and looks significantly higher-quality on the rack. At the same time, the lamp complies with current connectivity standards: USB-C is now the standard interface, and a compatible power adapter is available in nearly every household.

The black housing blends discreetly into any hi-fi environment and looks great even away from the turntable—as a desk or reading lamp, as a light on the record shelf while browsing, or as a reliable aid for wiring behind the rack, where, as experience shows, it’s always too dark.

The UberLight Flex 2.0 with C-clamp (3400TL) is securely attached to the edge of a table or shelf, a rack shelf, or a sideboard. It takes up no floor space next to the turntable and stays securely in place—ideal when space on the furniture is limited or when the lamp is meant to be a permanent part of the setup.

The new UberLight Flex 2.0 with a base (4400TL) stands freestanding and can be repositioned in a flash. It’s the right choice if there’s no suitable edge to clamp onto, if the furniture has a delicate surface, or if you want to move the lamp flexibly between your turntable, record shelf, and desk. The technology, light quality, and operation are identical for both models.

Does the UberLight Flex interfere with the sound of my turntable?

No. Reliable uses an LED type in the UberLight Flex that does not cause any RF interference. The lamp can therefore be placed right next to the tonearm and remain on even during playback—even with sensitive MC cartridges.

What’s new about the UberLight Flex 2.0 compared to the first generation?

The second generation is powered via a braided USB-C cable and, in addition to the version with a C-clamp (3400TL), is now also available for the first time with a stable base (4400TL). The ergonomic design, 270° rotatable head, and flexible silicone gooseneck have remained the same.

Which version is better suited for you—the clamp or the base?

The version with a C-clamp (3400TL) is ideal if you want to permanently attach the light to the edge of a table, shelf, or rack and don’t want to sacrifice any counter space. The version with a base (4400TL) stands freestanding, requires no edge, and can be repositioned at any time.

How many lighting settings does the UberLight Flex offer?

The UberLight Flex offers three brightness levels and three color temperatures, for a total of nine lighting settings—ranging from cool task lighting for pickup adjustment to warm ambient lighting for a listening session.

How long do the UberLight Flex’s LEDs last?

The eye-friendly LEDs in the UberLight Flex are rated for up to 60,000 operating hours. This means that replacing the light source is practically never necessary under normal use.

Can I also use the UberLight Flex as a desk lamp?

Yes. The UberLight Flex is a full-fledged, glare-free LED task light and is equally suitable as a desk lamp, reading lamp, or workshop lamp, as well as for illuminating a record shelf or the back of a hi-fi rack.