![]() ![]() There isn’t even a headphone jack, so your only listening option are the built-in speakers. Bluetooth will not work for speakers and there are no RCA outputs. What is lacks is the ability to connect external speakers though any means. Moreover, it comes with a 3.5mm auxiliary input jack, USB connector for flash drives and AM/FM radio. It can play all types of vinyl records at 3 different speeds and has a vinyl-to-MP3 recording function. ![]() The product’s assembly is housed in an elegant and classic-styled cabinet. It is also equipped with built-in Bluetooth and full-range speakers that enable it to stream music wirelessly from other devices such as tablets, Androids, iPhones and smartphones. The Crosley CR704D-PA record player stereo system is slightly smaller than the 1byone and weighs about 2 pounds less. The lower price is mainly due to a lack of a few key features.īoth are also equipped with good speakers that provide high-quality sounds and they can also be connected to a number of external devices using the aux-in jack or Bluetooth. The closest competitors to the 1byone are the Crosley CR704D-PA Musician 3-Speed Turntable and the Victrola Nostalgic Navigator 8-in-1 Turntable Wooden Entertainment Center.īoth of these products have a similar iconic vintage look, but they cost quite a bit less. Diamond-tipped ceramic needle: improved audio performance and won’t damage records.Dual full-range dynamic speakers and headphone port: great hi-fi sound quality for the size and price.Can play records at speeds of 331/3, 45 and 78 RPM: will play any record.Can play 7, 10 and 12″ records: all standard sizes.USB and 3.5mm auxiliary input slot: allows smartphone or tablet connectivity.5-in-1 configuration: plays vinyl, CDs, cassettes, streaming AM/FM radio and digital files via USB.Belt-driven turntable: less noise distortion from the motor, so better sound quality.Bluetooth capability: connect wirelessly to your smartphone or other device and play music from it.Old-fashioned and retro-inspired look: will look great in any home.16.7 by 13.6 by 11.8 inches: smaller than most, but a bit taller.Overall, I give this unit a Top Record Players rating of 4.5 out of 5. It is for that reason that I docked some points in my rating. I know this is not the case for everyone, but because I already have Bluetooth speakers, I can just connect my phone directly to those and would like to be able to do the same with my record player. To me, the ability to connect wirelessly to a pair of speakers is far more important than the ability to connect to my phone. While you can connect to Bluetooth headphones, you can not connect to external bluetooth speakers. The Bluetooth function allows you to connect your smartphone or other device and play music from it, without having to connect via the aux-in port (which you can also do). In addition to playing more modern forms of music, like CDs (yes, I know, not so modern, but more so than vinyl) and MP3s, it also has Bluetooth capability. What’s so cool about this turntable is how the manufacturer filled a vintage exterior with a modern interior. But they don’t want an actual old-school player. They want a player that reminds them of bygone times. Most users get the 1byone because of its retro-cool styling. It also has a 3.5 mm headphone jack, a USB port and a 3.5 mm auxiliary input port to connect your smartphone, tablet or other devices. But it has RCA outputs, so you can easily connect external speakers. That would be too much to expect at this price. They do not, however, match the output of high quality stereo speakers. ![]() Its built-in speakers are powerful for their size and produce clear hi-fi sounds. It also plays digital files, CDs and cassettes, and comes with an AM/FM radio player. It plays vinyl records of various sizes at different speeds. That’s why it made both my list of top record players under 200 dollars and my list of best overall record players. The 1byone Nostalgic Wooden Record Player is one of the most popular turntable players, because it sells at a low price, considering the long list of useful features. It has a wireless transmitter that allows you to play music from any wireless device from anywhere in your home and it plays all three speeds of vinyl. You can also hook it up to external speakers or your existing stereo system. ![]() It also has built-in stereo speakers that fill your room with a warm hi-fi sound. The 1byone can play vinyl records, CDs, streaming AM/FM radio and audio files from tablets or smartphones. The attractive retro-inspired design that takes us back to a simpler time has a lot to do with that, as does the attractive price.įew record players I’ve reviewed in this price range are this multi-functional. ![]()
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