Pyle-Home PLTTB8UI Classical Vinyl Turntable Player with PC Record, iPod Player, AUX Input and Dual Fold-Out Speaker System

by Pyle

Product Features

• Rugged suitcase with dual fold-out speakers - Headphone output
• USB connection to enable recording with PC - 110 Volt AC power
• Can be saved with MP3, WAV and OGG VORBIS in the computer - 45 rpm adaptor included, Software, USB cable & Aux in cable & AC adapter
• Auto return - Dimensions: 20.62'' x 13.14'' x 7.24''
• Auto Stop Phonograph

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9 x 15.2 x 22.2 inches ; 23.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 24 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B004V9G27G
• Item model number: PLTTB8UI
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #19,504 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
  • #92 in Electronics > Home Audio & Theater > Stereo Components > Turntables
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 1, 2011

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Classic Vinyl Record Player
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Connect Your iPod and Get the Best of Analog and Digital Technologies
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Suitcase Style Sound
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Clean and Streamline Control Center
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Connect to PC or Mac
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Suitcase Style and Versatile

The PLTTB8UI is a turntable and speaker system that is practically portable. This versatile music machine unfolds from a suitcase into an elegant record player with built-in speakers. The rugged and stylish design allows for quick and convenient transport. Whether you're traveling to another room or another city, the PLTTB8UI is ready when you are.

Connect with A PC or Mac to Make Your Music More Portable

Create music files when you plug the PLTTB8UI to your PC or Mac. It comes with everything you need to get connected. This turntable has a simple USB output that enables you to capture music right onto your computer. You'll no longer need to drag your bulky disks around. Your favorite vinyl records can be turned into digital music with the included computer software. Convert your records into audio files in MP3, WAV, WMA, OGG, and a variety of other formats. Turn your stack of records into a digital music library - organize your music collection or just save some space by digitizing your records with the PLTTB8UI.

Control Your Music

Enjoy the stylish and clean steel look of the control center located on the face of this machine. You will be in control and able to adjust the volume, bass, treble, phono, and aux-in capabilities with beautifully crafted dials and levers.

Play it All

This classic vinyl record player is capable of playing a wide variety of music. Enjoy your vinyl records, or tune into AM/FM radio. You can also use the 3.5-millimeter aux-in port that allows you to connect with and play music from iPods as well as almost any other MP3 or external music player. Combine the best of analog and digital technology with the PLTTB8UI.

Audio for One or For All

The dual fold-out speakers of the PLTTB8UI provide sound that is sure to fill any room. Show-off your turntable and play music for a crowd of family and friends -- or just use the headphone output for private listening. Either way, the PLTTB8UI will deliver high quality performance for all of your audio needs.

Extra features

• Audacity (easy-to-use and multilingual audio editing software)
• Auto stop (Ensures that the tone arm will be raised and reset at the end of the record)
• Auto return (The record automatically replays from its starting point just as if it was on loop)

What's in the Box

PLTTB8UI player; 45 rpm adaptor; USB cable; Aux-in cable; AC adaptor.

Product Description

This turntable-in-a-suitcase is practically portable. It comes in rugged suitcase with fold-out speakers. It’s equipped with a USB connector, so you can hook it up to your PC or Mac and record your favorite vinyl hits to digital music files like an MP3, OGG, or WMA. Auto return, auto stop phonograph. Aux-in port allows you to listen to music from an external music player through this system’s speakers. Headphone output for private listening. Runs on 110 V AC power. Included accessories: 45 rpm adaptor, CD with computer software, USB cable, aux-in cable, and AC adaptor.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

101 of 101 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars They Dont Make Them Like They Used To! May 13, 2011

By J. C. Idlewine

Amazon Verified Purchase

I have to say I'm not overly impressed with this phonograph. Starting off with the pros of this item,,,,,

Very solid construction. Rather heavy for it's size because of it's wood cabinet.
Plenty of storage space with a hidden compartment on the back to store it's accessories.
Came with an extra needle.
Packaged very well and arrived with no damage.
Nice docking port for MP3 player discreetly hidden behind one of the speakers. Swings out when needed.
Dampened cue lever. Lowers slowly to the record, doesn't drop like a rock.
USB interface for hooking up to a computer.
Aux. input for hooking up other audio devices
Headphone jack

The cons of this item,,,,,

Amplifier is WAY underpowered! Only produces 3 watts of power!
Speakers are non-detachable but have very strong hinges.
No Aux. out to hook up to an amplifier

This turntable is the standard type that have been manufactured over the last 10 years or so. Whether it's a Crosley, Pyle, Philco, or Emerson they all use this same deck. Totally plastic construction belt drive. There are 2 distinct types. One being a semi automatic with an 11 inch platter that auto returns the tone arm at the end of the record or the other that is a full manual with an 8 inch platter. Meaning that you lift the tone arm to the beginning of the record and must return the tone arm to the rest post after the player shuts off at the end of the record. Typically this type will shut off before the record has finished playing. Very annoying! This Pyle unit uses the automatic deck. The one I received has issues like most of these "plastic players" The cartridge shell is mounted crooked on the tone arm causing the needle to track canted to one side. Yes, that damages a record quickly. Also there is no speed adjustment. If it's a little too fast or slow then you're stuck with that. If you have one of these various brands of players then you probably have an idea what to expect from this unit. With that being said then it's fair to say "It is what it is". The pros do outweigh the cons for this unit. If you don't have high expectations then you wont be disappointed with this. I own several of this type of player and have taught myself how to make some adjustments to counterbalance its shortcomings. It really is a nice little unit, my only disappointment is the lack of power. It wont fill a room with sound but does make a nice intimate listening experience. The price range from sellers is very wide with this item. From $160 to as high as $400. No way is this unit worth $400!!I paid $160 and feel that was a little high but reasonable compared to a Crosley that offers the same features. If you're looking to pick up one of these players just to play vinyl then I'd recommend a Crosley CR249 Keepsake. This player uses the same semi automatic deck as this Pyle does. Has a nice sound at 5 watts and will fill a room with sound. It also has a USB port for audio encoding though I would recommend if you are wanting to transfer your vinyl to MP3 not to use one of these units. Buy a stand alone turntable with a magnetic cartridge ( these plastic players use a ceramic ) the sound difference is very noticeable and they both will run you the same amount of money. Plus you can hook the stand alone to any amplifier with an aux input and enjoy those records anytime you like. As long as the unit you buy has a built in pre-amp ( most do and it will state if it has this )

I hope this review is helpful. Long live Vinyl!!

74 of 74 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Classic Turntable April 9, 2012

By JJPACHEO

Length: 5:10 Mins

Inexpensive, built in speakers that fold out and in, beautiful-old-amplifier-style-finish, good sound, 2 needles and old fashion style toggle switches and knobs. I love it and especially that I can close it up in seconds and take it with me. You can hear it and see it pretty well in my video so, have a look!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars So cheap! November 30, 2012

By Natalie Wilson

Amazon Verified Purchase

Today is November 30th, I have used this maybe 30 times and turned it on today and the left speaker is blown... I already had to return it once because parts came broken... Sound is so fuzzy and crackling. I can't even return it at this point! Do not waste your money