Are you looking to rekindle your love of all things retro, including bringing an all-in-one record player back into your life? You’re not alone, which is why we’ve put together a list of the best record players with speakers.
Our straightforward guide features a range of options: some are fully portable with battery backup, others support Bluetooth streaming from smartphones, and a few even allow you to digitise your vinyl collection into MP3 or higher-quality formats. So, whatever your current setup might be, we’re confident you’ll find an all-in-one record player to suit your needs.
In a hurry?
Here are our top three picks:
| AVCOM Standing Turntable with Bluetooth | Funky vintage retro looks, modern Bluetooth features, and headphone connectivity. | Check the current price |
| Korg Handytraxx Tube Turntable | Valve phono-stage pre-amp, best in class for sound, and can digitise vinyl to CD. | Check the current price |
| Majority Moto Vinyl Turntable with Bluetooth | Very smooth and easy to use, with Bluetooth and USB connectivity and a handy auto-start feature. | Check the current price |
Why we’ve chosen these record players
With the vinyl revival, it’s no wonder standalone all-in-one record players have made a comeback. Many people want the simplicity of owning a turntable with speakers built in.
We’ve chosen these record players not only because they have integrated speakers, but also because they allow you to connect to external active speakers via a built-in phono stage preamplifier — much like the traditional setups of the 1970s and ’80s. This allows for an improved soundstage while preserving that authentic retro feel.
Almost all of these turntables offer some form of streaming from a smartphone or tablet, which we see as essential in today’s connected world. What’s more, some models let you stream directly to external speakers, allowing for wireless connectivity — which is so cool!
Several of these record players also come with digital outputs, so you can convert your vinyl collection and take it with you on the go. If you’re just getting back into vinyl and own a few classics that aren’t available on streaming platforms, these models are for you.
The best record player with speakers
1. AVCOM Standing Turntable with Bluetooth
Key features
- Automatic stop control selector
- RCA outputs
- Switchable speed control: 33, 45, and 78RPM
Pros
- Funky vintage retro styling and colour options
- Simple control inputs accessible from the front
- Detachable legs
Cons
- No Bluetooth output for multi-room speaker configurations
The only free-standing turntable to make it to our list, the AVCOM Standing Turntable with Bluetooth connectivity lives up to the brief of looking retro, holding that vintage, funky look. This classic-modern record player sets itself apart from the market on looks alone.
It’s not all about looks; it’s got tech built in, enabling you to stream digital music from your smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth, bringing it bang up to date without spoiling those retro lines.
Standing 588mm tall, with a width of 400mm and a depth of 380mm, its sleek top conceals the platter and tonearm, just like old record players used to. There’s a simple catch at either end to keep the important bits safe when not in use, while the top lifting cover is colour-coded to match the body of the turntable.
Using a two-tone front facial design keeps that retro styling while concealing the 5W speakers. The simple front control panel has two 3.5mm jacks for use with AUX and headphones. You’ll also find volume and switchable source options, ensuring it’s one of the simplest record players to use on the market.
Musically, it’s respectable, with five watts of power on tap. If you want to improve its performance, hook up a pair of AVCOM active bookshelf speakers and connect via the phono-stage input using the rear RCA outputs on the AVCOM Standing Turntable.
2. Korg Handytraxx Tube Turntable
Key features
- Tube phono amplification
- Bass and treble control
- Digitise your vinyl to PCM lossless via USB
Pros
- Truly portable thanks to its battery-powered design
- High-quality JICO MM cartridge
- Upgradable head and cartridge thanks to adjustable counterweight
Cons
- The lid is a little awkward to use
It might not be the prettiest on the list, but boy, does it perform. Enter, the Korg Handytraxx Tube Turntable. Now, I’m a sucker for valves, and the Handytraxx Tube includes a valve phono-stage preamp, which gives the turntable a sound all of its own. To me, it’s the best-sounding standalone record player on the list — but sound is subjective, and it might not be everyone’s cup of tea.
Another feature many people look for in an all-in-one record player is something simple like bass and treble control — and it’s got that too. But it also includes something I never thought I’d see: it’s truly portable once you load it up with six AA batteries. I’m genuinely staggered by this. Korg even says it’ll run for up to 11 hours — and longer with Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries.
One feature shared by a couple of other turntables on this list is the ability to digitise your vinyl records to a PC in full lossless 16-bit/44.1kHz CD quality, or even better, at 48kHz. This expands its versatility while staying true to its core purpose: being a simple, all-in-one record player.
You’ll also find an exquisite stylus in the JICO J44 A7, and pairing that with the adjustable tube-matching phono-stage preamp is, frankly, a match made in heaven.
3. Majority Moto Vinyl Turntable with Bluetooth
Key features
- Audio Technica AT3600L cartridge
- Output to active speakers via Bluetooth or RCA outputs
- Dampening platter
Pros
- Controls are neatly placed at the front of the turntable
- Input switchable knob
- Digitise your vinyl to a USB memory stick
Cons
- Up-firing speakers
The Majority Moto Vinyl Turntable with Bluetooth uses the Audio Technica AT3600L cartridge and more truly impressive features. Bluetooth 5.3 (the best for streaming in this group from your smartphone or tablet) is one. There’s also a USB input on the right-hand side, which allows you to digitise your vinyl into MP3 format.
Another nice touch is the auto-start feature when you lift the tonearm and move the stylus towards the cue point on the record.
That same USB port will also play MP3 digital files, while the selector knob located at the front next to the volume control offers no fewer than four input settings.
It feels like Majority expect you to use this turntable with external speakers, as the up-firing built-in speakers seem more like a gesture to meet a price point than an attempt at a hi-fi grade all-in-one setup.
Adding a pair of either Bluetooth or active speakers will transform its performance and secure its place in this list. This can be done through Bluetooth output, a feature only a few of our top record players include, or, if you prefer a traditional analogue connection, via the 3.5mm AUX jack using a 3.5mm to RCA cable.
Another welcome touch: the internal speakers switch off automatically when you connect an external option. Did we mention the Majority Moto Vinyl Turntable is packed full of impressive features?
4. AVCOM Suitcase Turntable with Bluetooth
Key features
- Stream Bluetooth music
- Multiple input options, including AUX and microSD
- Secure latch and carry handle
Pros
- Includes an FM radio
- Will play old 78 records
- Respectable 2x 5W speakers output
Cons
- Cannot stream to Bluetooth speakers
The AVCOM Suitcase Turntable with Bluetooth is a sophisticated system inspired by the suitcase designs that have come before it.
This all-in-one record player hides a few gem-like features that only it can boast. With five separate inputs, including FM radio, Bluetooth connectivity and that all-important analogue AUX input, you also get two physical digital inputs. Yes, you read that right: two digital inputs.
Those who store music on a memory stick or SD card will be pleased. I can’t remember the last time I saw any hi-fi electronics include such inputs! It might only be a microSD slot, but the fact that you can swap music easily from your smartphone’s expansion microSD card and use it with this AVCOM Suitcase Turntable is a genuinely cool feature that caught my eye.
Both digital inputs support MP3 and lossless WAV playback, too.
Hook up a pair of active speakers or separates with a built-in phono-stage preamp, and you can use it just like a regular turntable. Meanwhile, its internal twin 5W stereo speakers deliver a respectable performance given their size.
33⅓ and 45rpm are a given for any turntable, but this one will also play vintage 78s. Add in streaming from a smartphone or tablet, plus the built-in FM tuner, and you’ve got one of the most feature-packed and authentic record players on this list. The only thing it’s missing is a table deck, but hey, hook up the FiiO CP13 via the AUX input and go the whole hog!
5. Pro-Ject Colourful Audio System E
Key features
- Aspirational complete hi-fi system
- Multiple input connectivity inc. Bluetooth
- Handcrafted components included
Pros
- Superior stereo imaging
- Upgradable
- Funky colour options
Cons
- Not an all-in-one combined record player solution
OK, this isn’t technically a record player with built-in speakers, but we thought the Pro-Ject Colourful Audio System E was a fitting aspirational product to finish on. This is just as convenient as an all-in-one turntable, as it includes everything you need for your setup.
Unlike the rest of the record players in this list, it uses true separates at its core. What makes it a little different is that the amplification in this setup is genuinely compact, and, in truth, it’s well suited to this group of five.
The speakers are also colour-coded to match the turntable, and you can integrate the system fully into your home setup, connecting your TV and using it like one of the best soundbars money can buy, while still enjoying vinyl for proper music listening sessions.
Bluetooth connectivity is also top-tier, surpassing everything else in this lineup with AptX HD. The turntable itself is handmade and part of the Debut E series. Its cartridge is upgradable, so you’ve got room to grow as your ears become more tuned to its musicality.
Accessories like Damp-it feet and Pro-Ject’s own LS E Flex speaker cable are included to optimise sound quality using high-grade matched cabling. And while it’s technically not a standalone all-in-one record player, at its heart, it’s only a small step up in size, with a significant step up in musical ability to match.
How to choose the best record player for you
Finding the best record player for yourself comes down to identifying the features that fit your needs, and if you happen to like the look as well, that’s definitely a bonus.
Every record player in this list offers something different. While some are portable, others aren’t quite as easy to transport, so that should be an important consideration in your choice.
Keep in mind that, although all of these record players include built-in speakers (except for the aspirational Pro-Ject Colourful Audio System E), they’ll all sound better when paired with external speakers. Maybe you’re looking for something to take with you on holiday, along with a few of your favourite vinyl records to enjoy while relaxing in a country cottage — in that case, the suitcase-style record players would be your go-to.
Perhaps you hadn’t considered digitising your vinyl until now, but that’s another feature worth factoring in. In many ways, whether a record player uses a belt drive or direct drive might be a key focus for you.
Ultimately, if you’re after an all-in-one record player, none of these five will disappoint, especially when you consider that each one can be upgraded with better speakers. That means you can enjoy both looks and sound, all in a simple, versatile package.
FAQs
Are record players with speakers built in worth it?
Record players with built-in speakers can be worth it for casual listening or small spaces. While sound quality may not match full hi-fi systems, many offer upgrade options, making them a great starting point for vinyl lovers who value convenience and simplicity.
Do more expensive record players sound better?
Generally, in hi-fi, you get what you pay for: better components, build quality, and sound. Even with all-in-one models, spending more often means improved audio. It’s always worth choosing the best you can afford.
What should I avoid when buying a record player?
When shopping for a record player, avoid models that don’t offer the option to connect external speakers. Without this, you’re locked into the built-in sound quality, with no way to upgrade or improve your listening experience over time.
Final thoughts
I have my own expectations of what hi-fi should deliver, and even though I do believe you should connect your turntable to external speakers to get the best audio quality, each option on this list provides excellent sound and a very convenient setup. If you’re just getting into hi-fi or you want something portable, these top picks are a great place to start.
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