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This is how music used to be heard, in fact this style of record player were still in demand during the eighties, but the CD put an end the vinyl record industry. However what happens to all of those vinyl record collections?

Until now they would have been in storage collecting serious layers of dust somewhere. But with this record player the collector can make use of the vinyl records and at the same time transfer the sound digitally to the user’s laptop.

Now the music is safe and can be heard whenever the user wants, while at the same time keeping the collection is tip top condition.

Features of the old style record player:

The belt-driven turntable has an automatic-return tone arm with cue lever and a diamond stylus that faithfully reproduces sound through integrated 8-watt stereo speakers. Its sturdy wood cabinet has a carrying handle and removable lid and is protected by black vinyl skin and composite corner covers. It plays 33, 45 or 78-rpm records, has an auxiliary jack for connecting an iPod, and a tone dial control. Includes USB cable and recording software (works with Windows XP/Vista/7 or Mac) for breaking albums into individual tracks and removing scratches, hisses, and pops. Plugs into AC. 17″ W x 7″ H x 12″ D. (12 lbs.)

Priced at $149.95

Source [Hammacher Schlemmer]