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Let’s get one thing out of the way: The latest Bluetooth turntables might not be for everyone. Though Bluetooth record players can help cut down on the amount of cords needed to play your vinyl collection, many audiophiles might recommend going with a more traditional turntable setup for the ultimate high-fidelity sound experience. But for someone who wants a convenient and easy way to spin their records right away, there are a ton of affordable, great-sounding Bluetooth turntables worth considering.
Better yet, the top Bluetooth record players make it simple to hear your wax anywhere around your home. Popular audio brands, from Audio-Technica to Sony, have released Bluetooth turntables for connecting your player to a separate speaker or device. And while they come with convenient Bluetooth connectivity, they still often give you the option to curate your vinyl system with speakers and other gear. Here’s your record player shopping guide.
What Are the Best Bluetooth Turntables?
Bluetooth Turntable Buying Guide
How We Chose the Best Bluetooth Turntables
With convenient Bluetooth connectivity and a handful of other important features, these are some of the best Bluetooth turntables to create a versatile vinyl setup in your home based on top user reviews and record player brands that we’ve previously tested and trust.
BEST FOR DIGITIZING MUSIC: 1 By One Bluetooth Record Player
This automatic turntable from well-known audio brand Audio-Technica gives you the best of both worlds. With plenty of connectivity options, it comes with a built-in preamplifier and RCA cables, so you can plug the turntable into a set of bookshelf speakers if you decide you want to down the line. But it can also sync with a Bluetooth speaker, letting you set your device anywhere around the room or house. It ships with an Audio-Technica cartridge, as well as a replaceable diamond stylus.
Positive Customer Feedback: “We purchased this for our daughter to use who has never used a turntable before, I liked that it has push button start, and a button to lift the needle so you don’t accidentally scratch when lifting the needle by hand. The Bluetooth works, and it also has line out and phono out so lots of good connection options. We have it playing through a Bose mini soundlink and the sound is great. Easy to use and quality construction, most importantly excellent clear sound.” — Bill
Grab your premium headphones, click the pairing button on this Sony turntable and you’ll be enjoying your record in seconds. It’s an extremely easy-to-use player, and it can function with a Bluetooth device or standard speakers. Sony incorporated a USB connection to transfer a record onto, say, a laptop or desktop as an MP3.
It’s a sleek and solid piece of audio equipment that’s perfect for anyone with roommates. You can quickly pair the table together with your over-ears or earbuds, as well as a Bluetooth sound bar just by clicking the Bluetooth button on your gadget. The sound quality shouldn’t disappoint either, thanks to a die-cast aluminum platter to help cut down on vibrations. Plus, Sony includes a dust cover, slip mat, as well as RCA cables for connecting to a stereo setup.
$198.00Positive Customer Feedback: “If you’re looking for an aesthetically-appealing, idiot-proof turntable that will sound shockingly good for its price while affording tons of playback flexibility, don’t hesitate on the Sony PS-LX310BT.” — David
Just getting into collecting records and shopping for your first player? Put this Victrola on your radar. You’ve likely seen this popular three-speed record player before — it’s a budget-friendly turntable that has its own speakers built right into the player. The suitcase design keeps your setup even more portable. It can play at 33 1/3, 45, 78 rpm, and you can actually pair your phone to the turntable itself to stream your music. Just keep in mind that if you want to use an external Bluetooth speaker, you might want to consider one of the other turntables in this guide.
$49.97Positive Customer Feedback: “I am a first time record player user. This purchase has been and will remain a fantastic buy! Has Bluetooth capabilities which was a huge plus! I only have 6 records but I love listening to them over and over again! I would def recommend snagging this purchase if you’re looking for a small and compact record player.” — Alex Arvizu
You’ll want this turntable front and center in your living room, thanks to its beautiful and sustainable natural bamboo plinth. House of Marley makes its own Bluetooth speakers, so you can easily pair this record player for a stylish, streamlined look like shown above. But it’ll also work with any of your other Bluetooth speakers or headphones just as well. While it’s ready to play your vinyl wirelessly, you still have the option to play it with a wired system. It’s designed with a preamp, but you can also connect your own. It also lets you plug in your wired headphones or set of stereo speakers with an RCA cable.
Positive Customer Feedback: “The first thing you notice when you open the package, is the extra thought and care that went into packing it. The components were very well packaged and you can tell that someone actually spent some time putting it all together. It came with all kinds of wires and 4 different outlet adapters to fit wherever you might live. I am very impressed with the quality construction and it looks terrific! The operation was flawless and it quickly paired by BT with my various speakers and receiver. The range is acceptable, and doesn’t lose signal as long as it is within 15 feet or so of my speaker. The drive unit itself is a little noisy, but certainly not obtrusive. Excellent product, well done.” — Scott
1 By One, this record player checks all the boxes for what you want in a solid, reliable Bluetooth record player. It can seamlessly connect with a Bluetooth speaker for a cord-free listening session. It boasts a magnetic cartridge stylus for smooth spinning, plus can connect to your PC via the built-in USB port to digitize your vinyl tracks into MP3s. Bonus: It’s currently on sale on Amazon.
$159.97Positive Customer Feedback: “This is a great turntable, period. The fact that it is manual, makes it an excellent learning tool, and it is updated with todays tech. I run mine into a normal amp and speakers via RCA out, but the Bluetooth functions just fine, and is very handy for making digital copies, or using a separate Bluetooth speaker. It will automatically connect as soon as you power it on.” — Frank J Smith
For a sleek three-speed record player with Bluetooth, you can’t go wrong with this pick from ION. We like that you can pair it with your Bluetooth speakers for wireless playback. Another bonus? You can hook it up to external speakers via the RCA outputs for a more serious HiFi listening experience. It also features an aux input to connect to home sound systems.
$105.79Positive Customer Feedback: “I recently purchased the ION Audio Max LP Black Turntable and am extremely impressed with its quality and features. The three-speed settings (33 1/3, 45, and 78 RPM) accommodate my entire vinyl collection, while the built-in stereo speakers deliver crystal clear sound. Its sleek, piano black design is both stylish and functional.
” — Julian
If you’re a new vinyl collector who just wants a simple setup at an affordable price point, this Bluetooth record player won’t disappoint. Available for under $40 at the time of this writing, the player connects to your device, so you can use the built-in speaker to play tunes from your phone. It can spin records at 33, 45, 78 RPM, and also features a headphone jack and RCA output to connect to separate speakers.
$31.99Positive Customer Feedback: “I’ve bought numerous value record players which usually broke, needed to be adjusted or just skipped constantly. After reading the reviews for THIS one, I gave it a whirl and sure enough… fantastic straight out of the box. Amazing packaging. Just plug and play!” — Patrick Melican
Positive Customer Feedback: “My turntable is only 45/33 and I had some 78’s I bought and wanted to play. Turntables with 78 capability are too expensive for my need. In comes the Crosley case player. What a great economical option this was for me. And now I have the option of Bluetooth output for all my records. This was a great addition to my record playing system. I can’t believe how well it works for the price. Lucky me.” — Amazon Customer
When you’re shopping for the best Bluetooth turntable online, you’ll want to check on the following criteria before making your purchase.
Connectivity: A majority of the Bluetooth turntables below let you pair them with a separate Bluetooth speaker or pair of wireless headphones and earbuds. Some even let you play music from your phone on the player’s speakers. Many new Bluetooth record players also come with an RCA output connection, and companies often include the cables you’ll need for plugging your player into a stereo system. Ultimately, look for what works for your specific room and setup.
Preamplifier: The record players in this guide are equipped with built-in preamps for a more seamless setup and connection.
Speed: The turntables in this guide can spin records at 33 1/3 and 45 RPM. Some can also play at 78 RPM. Think about your specific collection (or what you’re planning to buy down the road), and make sure your player’s up for the job.
Speakers: We recommend finding a separate set of speakers to connect to your turntable, even if it is a Bluetooth device. That way, you’ll get better sound when playing a record. However, you can find plenty of Bluetooth record players that have their own pair of speakers (or built-in speakers) for extra portability. These players will take up less space, but you may want to upgrade your speakers over time.
Our list of the best Bluetooth turntables was chosen based on both first-hand experience using many of the record player brands in this guide, along with positive user reviews online. We also rated these turntables based on sound quality, extra features and ease of setup, and use. Points were also awarded for unique or updated designs. All of these Bluetooth turntables are also highly rated by other users online.
Editor’s Note: Amazon reviews have been edited for length and clarity.
