Crosley record player portable#
It’s a shame, as we really wanted to like this portable turntable – it’s such a lovely thing. But the built-in speakers are hardly capable of delivering a detailed and dynamic sound, let alone do any better than the worst flatscreen TV speakers. Through headphones, the sound is hazy and noisy – we actually prefer listening through the speakers.Ī bit more body and weight, and things would be better. It’s the same presentation whether you’re listening to vinyl or playing a Spotify playlist through your iPhone 6S. There’s a tune in there, but no enjoyment to be had from it. Voices are shrill, and there’s not enough resolution to hear deeper into the mix. We play a range of records from Duran Duran’s Notorious and ABBA’s Should I Laugh Or Cryto Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana. Show all our turntable reviews Features and connectivityĪt this price, we aren’t expecting a fully rounded and insightful sound from the Crosley, but the bright and tinny sound is still a disappointment. Unfortunately, there’s no scope for adjustment on the arm at all. We measured the downforce on the Crosley Cruiser’s cartridge at just over 7g (typically, it’s around 2.5g on most decks), and this heavy burden will introduce wear on your records over time. There’s a lot of play in the arm bearing, which doesn’t inspire confidence. The tonearm is securely held, and while the build quality is mostly decent for the money, attention to detail is poor.
Once open (the locks are satisfyingly sturdy), the Cruiser has all the necessities – a tonearm, cartridge and mat all placed neatly inside. This is a fully portable system, with two speakers (driven by a 3W amp) built into the case – you can see the grilles on the front of the unit. The wooden and leatherette build is surprisingly robust, too.
Our review sample came in orange, but you can choose from black, turquoise, red, pink and blue. We like the suitcase design and its bright finish. Looking at the Cruiser, it’s easy to see why they’re selling like hotcakes.
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