ION Audio iPTUSB Portable USB Turntable with Software and Built-in Speaker

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 17.5 x 14 inches ; 6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 31 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00032BOLO
• Item model number: IPTUSB
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,018 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)

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  #1 in	Musical Instruments > DJ, Electronic Music & Karaoke > DJ Equipment > Turntables
  #7 in	Electronics > Home Audio & Theater > Turntables

• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 12, 2007

Product Description

Product Description
The ION iPIUSB is a revolutionary battery operated portable USB turntable that allows you to convert your old vinyl collection to CD or MP3 with included recording software. (NO SPECIAL DRIVERS NEEDED). This turntable also has a line level output for connecting to any home stereo with an AUX input and a built-in speaker for stand-alone operation.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great little guy for the price!, June 27, 2008

By	H. A. Service "highlandauctions.net" (St. Petersburg FL) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Don't be put off by the price of this little guy (cheap doesn't always mean bad). Perfect small turntable comes with two software programs for CD conversion of desired. Reasonable built in speaker (ok so it's not surround sound stereo!) allows for playback at record shows, while you're on vacation etc... Battery option allows sound-hounds to check quality at garage sales before buying... Alltogether a nice turntable for the price. I upgraded from the ITTUSB, and am very happy with my decision. Built in carry case makes this perfect in my book! Ok so not the kind of thing you'd buy to create your 'home theatre' system, but ideal for the hobbyist/small time vinyl explorer

16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My ION Turntable: Two Thumbs Up!!, March 8, 2008

By	GrassRootsShop - See all my reviews

I did read the other review, and I completely disagree! My ION is fantastic*****. I have already transferred over 30 of my vinyl LPs (and a few 45s) to disc. I think the other guy is faking, or just does not know what he is doing. The ION is feature rich, plus it performs perfectly. From just my friends seeing mine in use, I know I got ION at least 3 more sales. Thank you, ION.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Does what I need, December 26, 2008

By	Balkanophile - See all my reviews

I'm not sure what the deal is with the buzz in this thing. I have seen one or two other mentions of it, besides the review here. Some reviews specifically mention that there is no buzz whatsoever, another mentioned that there was a buzz specifically in the USB. In my case, I was getting a buzz from the headphone jack and the built-in speaker. I did not try the line out. I was all set to pack it up and send it back, but decided to just try the USB anyway. I was surprised to discover that there was no buzz in the USB output. Since my whole purpose was to convert vinyl to digital, and not to add a component to my stereo system, then the USB connection gives me all the capability I need. Even as a stereo component, the buzz might not be all that bothersome. It is not very noticeable on average-to-loud music, only comes forward on the softer passages. Indeed, I wasn't even aware of it until I brought up a digital recording (made from the headphone output) to edit. I saw the buzz on screen before I heard it, but once I was aware of it, it was intolerable for archival purposes. I wondered if the buzz might be caused by bad grounding or other interference in the AC circuit, but the buzz is still there even when running on batteries and nothing else whatsoever connected (i.e.--listening to the built-in speaker.)

Anyway, for what it does do, I am happy enough with this. I find the sound quality (from the USB!) to be more than adequate. I like the lightness and portability. It is very easy to set up and use temporarily, do a few records when time permits, and then close it up and get it out of your way when done, does not claim a dedicated chunk of real estate somewhere on your desk or on your shelf.

I would have done the "gain" knob for the USB a little differently. First of all, I would have placed it on the top surface (where the other controls--volume, tone, and speed) are, instead of recessed on the side where you can hardly see it (I have to use a flashlight!) and it's difficult to operate. Also, it would have been nice to have tick marks so that you can line up the notch on the knob with a specific gain setting. Also, it seems a little counterintuitive to turn the knob counterclockwise for increased gain.