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Having all those extra attachments can prevent a tonearm from tracking perfectly. Another downside is that all of those moving parts under the turntable can reduce the sound quality. Other components used include a fully-adjustable carbon-fiber tone-arm, a polished Acrylic platter, an Audio Technica AT95E cartridge, a felt mat, a silicone belt and American dark walnut and maple woods for the base to give it that old-school classic look.Īll Floating Record units will be shipped by Gramovox in a custom, reusable carton for the Kickstarter price of $349 (not including Shipping) for either wood option. Fully automatic turntables are typically more expensive due to all of the extra components required to make those mechanisms move automatically. As it runs on four included AA batteries, it can be placed anywhere on any wall or horizontal surface without the need for a power. Two built-in 5-watt speakers with volume control produces clear sound.
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The Tymphany 2 inch neodymium speakers used in the build are designed to produce “the best possible sound without compromising on aesthetics or performance.” The turntable uses a two-speed belt drive to spin 33 1/3- or 45-speed LPs while the ruby-tipped stylus picks up the nuances of vinyl recordings. It’s an innovation that looks well designed, seems easy to use and sounds great too, so says the professionals down at Chicago’s Earhole Studios.
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With its vertical arm and full range speakers built in, the Floating Record player also features an audio out (RCA) option should you decide to hook it up to your Hi-Fi. Instead of placing a record horizontally, this player is built to play a disc standing upright. Top 7 Best Vertical Record Players Pro-Ject VT-E BT Wireless Turntable Pyle Bluetooth Vertical Record Player EasyGo Products Vertical Bluetooth Turntable. The Gramovox player is an all-in-one-unit that steps out the conventional spectrum and brings a new and unique style of listening to music to the turntable (pardon the pun). Of course high-res audio files and high-end components make for a fantastic audio experience too, but vinyl is vinyl and I don’t believe it’ll ever go out of style especially if guys like Gramovox keep dishing out players like the Floating Record, Vertical Turntable.Īlthough it begs the question – ‘if it ain’t broke….?’- the start-up on Kickstarter isn’t trying to reinvent the wheel with their player and it’s unique design, they just wanted to make it more “interesting”. ’s something about the gritty tone of a vinyl record playing off a needle cartridge that really makes audio sound so appealing. 14 items found from eBay international sellers. Floating Record Vertical Turntable Chicago-based Gramovox has designed an innovative way for music fans to listen to vinyl. All are expected to be shipped worldwide in December. Easygoproducts Vertical Bluetooth Turntable 3 Speed Record Player Auto St. Those who pledge now through the end of the campaign, which runs through July 28, can choose to receive a Floating Record in walnut or in maple for $349, while supplies last, or order one of each for $668. Several low-profile, minimalist turntables are already on the market, although in taking its design vertical, the Gramovox moves into new territory, appealing to both the growing number of vinyl lovers - in the UK, sales hit a 20-year high in 2014, while in the US more albums were sold last year than any since 1991 - and to a current trend toward micro-living, as space-strapped city-dwellers get creative with their abodes. No additional amps, speakers or cables are needed to get it up and running. The player boasts ease of use - hardcore audiophiles welcome but not required - and high-quality playback despite its unconventional design. The unusual turntable design essentially puts records on their side, showcasing them as they spin while freeing up precious surface area.Ī hardwood base measuring in at 10" by 17" supports the turntable and carbon-fiber tone arm, which together make for a subtle design and let the vinyl serve as its own decorative element. The brand's Floating Record launched Tuesday on the crowd-funding site and has already earned more than $300,000 - six times its goal. Gramovox - which specializes in creating functional art inspired by vintage audio-visual equipment - has both beauty and practicality in mind with its latest project, which has blazed past its Kickstarter goal.