DJVestaxDJ TurntablesSKU: VESHANDYTRAX
A complete all-in-one portable turntable, the HandyTrax is cool, easy to use and can play at 3 speeds (33.33, 45 and 78rpm) --- it also has an built-in speaker letting you audition vinyl anywhere, or get the party moving out on the road. The dynamic balanced tone arm is durable, and strong enough for aggressive field use. With HandyTrax, Vestax has redefined the portable turntable, which makes a great addition to any DJ's tool kit. Save $40
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ReviewsFeature:
The only accessory I ordered was the 3 mil 78 needle. This does a great job with most acoustic and early electric 78s produced between 1910-1930. Later 78s, from the 40s and eary 50s sound every bit as good. The fact that the speedcan be adjusted is a great plus, since many early 78s were not actually recorded at that speed.
Quality:
The plastic tonearm is rather flimsy and bows slightly when inserted into the "holder" designed to lock it in place. This could be better designed, since the plastic may eventually stress. A tonearm clip may be a better option.Also, the hard plastic turntable might scratch records. Some sort of cushion should have been used. Along this line, if the product is ever redesigned, it may also be a plus to include a storage bin for the AC adapter inside the cabinet.
Desirability:
More of a Decco design might be a plus.
Sound:
The ads I've seen claim that the built in speaker allows users to "get the party moving out on the road." Not true. In fact, you can barley hear the thing a few feet away with the volume cranked to the max. In view of the ad hype, I have rate the sound quality from the built in mono speaker very poor, especially for 78s (yes, I use the optional 3 mil 78 needle). The sound quality through standard headphones is another story. I'd rate that very good to excellent.
Support:
I've never dealt with the company, so I can't really say.
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