Reviewing the Akai Briefcase Turntable

 

 

Today I’m reviewing the Akai briefcase-style turntable that I received as a present for my birthday last month.

This vinyl record player features built-in speakers, Bluetooth, MP3, and it has an RCA output.

The rechargeable record player offers up to 3 hours of listening to your favourite tunes.

The Bluetooth connectivity enables the turntable to connect to any Bluetooth device, so you can connect your iPad, iPod or mobile phone to the record player and stream your favourite music wirelessly while you’re away from home at the touch of a button.

Do you have different size vinyl records?

No problem, this retro beauty plays 33s, 45s and 78 rpm and features a switch for your chosen size.

The sound quality is excellent for the price and the size. Making this an ideal present for travellers as it folds away into a briefcase and isn’t heavy to carry.

Why did I want a record player?

Since I first saw these on sale in HMV, I’ve wanted a record player.

As a child, I used to listen to cassettes and records.

Recently, I have been feeling a little bit nostalgic, and I’m listening to a lot of the Everly Brothers, Johnny Cash and Eddie Cochran.

What better way to listen to 1950s and 1960s music than going back to basics and reaching for that vinyl and a record player?

Something is exciting about receiving that album cover and the artwork which can’t be replicated on CD covers.

4/5 ****

 I have given the Akai briefcase-style- 3-speed portable turntable four stars because it’s a great player for under £50.

The only thing that is a little bit annoying is the fact that it doesn’t have a USB port that will allow you to transfer your music to an MP3 player or an iPod, and you have to be careful not to break the plastic inside the case because it’s a little bit temperamental.

Do you own an Akai briefcase-style portable turntable?

Or another model?

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