Victrola Nostalgic Classic Wood 6-in-1 Bluetooth Turntable Entertainment Center Review

There are so many ways to listen to music, and as a result, there is a universal frustration from wanting to play a certain song but not having the right device to play it on.

Suppose you want to listen to a classic musical album, but you only own it on record. Should you buy a CD or digital download to fit the players that you are more likely to find in a modern home, and lose the classic, nostalgic charm of hearing a song on a record? Or might it be possible to find a device that can play your records, your CDs, and your digital downloads?

The Victrola Nostalgic Classic Wood 6-in-1 Bluetooth Turntable Entertainment Center is the answer to that question.

Combining classic, one-hundred-year-old charm with modern technology, it creates a smart Bluetooth turntable that can play radio, CDs, cassette tapes, and records, while also streaming digital music from your Bluetooth device.

If your devices aren’t Bluetooth enabled, then it’s as simple as hooking them up via standard, included cables. It has a music medium for everyone, no matter what your tastes, and is a one-stop player for members of any generation!

Still wondering whether the Victrola Nostalgic Classic is the best smart turntable for you?

Here we lay out the details, both positive and negative so that you can make the best decision for yourself.

Victrola Nostalgic Classic Wood 6-in-1 Bluetooth Turntable Entertainment Center: the Details

Specs

• Product Dimensions: 2 x 20.67 x 15.75 inches
• Product Weight: 6 pounds (19.3 pounds shipping weight)
• Product Type: Music player
• 3-Speed Turntable: 33 1/3, 45, and 78 RPM
• Plays vinyl records, CDs, Cassettes, and FM Radio
• Built-in stereo speakers: Dynamic, full-range stereo
• Compatible with Amazon Alexa? No, but it is Bluetooth connectable and can stream music wirelessly from up to 33 feet.

How Does It Work?

The Victrola Nostalgic Classic Wood 6-in-1 Bluetooth Turntable Entertainment Center is not just a record player, despite its outward appearance which harkens back to the original music players of the early 1900s.

It contains six ways in total to listen to your favorite music from any era! As an added bonus, it’s elegant outward design makes it a great asset to your living or entertainment room, saving space on multiple speakers and devices at once while looking beautiful.

Do you collect records? This product includes a three-speed Victrola belt-driven turntable, which can play 33 1/3, 45, and 78 RPM records in seven, ten, and twelve-inch sizes. This should more than cover any collection you own.

Are you still holding on to your childhood cassette tapes or mixed CDs from your teen years? The Victrola Nostalgic Classic has a built-in cassette player and CD player, so you can fish out your collection from the car or the closet and enjoy them once again!

Do you prefer to get your music, news, and sports from the radio? This smart turntable has a built-in analog tuned FM radio too – essentially covering all the bases!

And for those of you who are well ensconced in the modern digital era, but still want to infuse your music experience with some old-time charm, this device is Bluetooth capable, allowing you to simply wirelessly connect your Bluetooth device to it and play your downloaded music through its speakers.

You can also connect your own external speakers to this turntable for extra volume if you find that the included dynamic full range stereo speakers are not quite enough for your taste.

Victrola: The Brand

Victrola is a long-time leader in the music industry, founded in 1906! This one-hundred-year-old company is known around the world for its distinctive design and iconic look, which invoke nostalgia in all who see it.

But don’t mistake a nostalgic look for old technology! Victrola prides itself on providing excellent craftsmanship, premium level sound quality, and technologies of today – such as FM Radio and Bluetooth speakers – even as their products evoke feelings of old time class and charm.

Victrola Nostalgic Classic Wood 6-in-1 Bluetooth Turntable Review

The Positives

A Wide Variety of Features for a Wide Variety of User Preferences

It’s to be expected from a six-in-one device, but it bears mentioning anyway: this Victrola Nostalgic Classic has something for practically anyone who likes music!

Whether you keep your tunes on records, cassette tapes, CDs, the radio, or your smartphone, you can listen to it on this smart turntable.

This is especially great for those who have a wide collection of music varying on different platforms. And for those who like to host, you can be sure you’ll be able to entertain any request.

This device is flexible enough to fit the needs and tastes of a world full of unique individuals!

Brings People Together for Cross-Generational Family Fun

No matter what year you were born in, music is something that connects all people across all generations, and this Bluetooth turntable taps into that truth and makes it accessible to all.

Whether Grandma wants to play her treasured record albums or your little brother wants to introduce the family to the latest digital rap single, the Victrola can play it all, bringing the entire family together.

Even when the family isn’t together, there won’t be any need to frustratingly adapt to old or new technology, making it easy for everyone to take advantage of the Victrola.

Great Quality Sound in a Small, Classy Device

For those who love vintage decor, or want to add a throwback piece into their environment, the Victrola entertainment center is sure to stand out.

This Victrola turntable’s relatively small size makes it easy to find a place for in a bedroom or living room – be it in a large house or small apartment, so it’s sure to suit every living situation.

As a bonus, its light-weight build means it’s easy to maneuver around the home, so if you purchase it as a gift for a senior loved one, it won’t be a cumbersome danger to place or move.

The fact that it’s compact and lightweight makes it easy for those who plan on moving, or for those who regularly visit a cottage or vacation home. You’ll be able to entertain you and your family throughout it all.

Great Sound Quality 

It’s not rare to purchase a pair of new earphones, headphones or speakers to only be disappointed by the sound quality it delivers.

No worries here ! The Victrola Entertainment Center will be sure to give you clear, crisp, sound in line with the media you choose to use.

Having a gettogether? You won’t have to worry about the speakers being too quiet to accommodate.

Customers are satisfied with how loud these speakers get, and when you’re really ready to rage, simply add a couple more speakers.

Warranty and Customer Service

Warranty is always relieving, especially so in this case, as there are so many parts that make up this gorgeous entertainment center.

With the purchase of your Victrola Classic, you’ll be entitled to a limited warranty including 1-year for parts and 90 days for labor.

Should you notice faults in craftsmanship or errors in your product, contact customer service and they’ll be able to repair or replace your turntable at no additional cost to you during the time period mentioned.

We should add that while the customer service department has been great in resolving issues and putting out fires, you may have to try a few times before you’re connected to them which can be frustrating. But once you do get a hold of them, they’ll be of assistance.

The Negatives

May Not Play All Burned CDs

In some cases, users of this Victrola Nostalgic Classic have found that while the built-in CD player accepts original CDs without any trouble, it struggles when facing the ever popular burned CDs.

Given how many different methods of music playing this device includes, including wireless streaming, it’s likely this will not be much of a setback for users, but we thought it was worth mentioning nonetheless.

Speakers Have a Short Lifespan

Some users have found that after a few months of use, the speakers on this smart turntable begin to quiet down and die.

It is possible to connect external speakers to this device, but if you do not already own them, this gradual wear may prove inconvenient.

On a related note, some users have found that the needle on the turntable is heavier than that on many regular record players, causing gradual wear to older, more fragile record discs.

Users with antique records should be cautious about using the record player feature until they can determine if this problem is present in theirs as well.

Radio Works Well, Bluetooth Less So

As with most Bluetooth capable devices, if the Bluetooth connectivity in the area is poor, then this device may have issues with wireless streaming.

That being said, most users have found that the FM radio reception is generally good overall, but for those looking to switch to AM radio, that’s not an option on this device.

Here’s what the Victrola Classic Wood Entertainment Center looks like out of the box.

Overall Verdict

We would recommend the Victrola Nostalgic Classic Wood 6-in-1 Bluetooth Turntable Entertainment Center to music lovers of all ages and tastes, especially if you are a part of a family or home with a wide variety of musical outlets available!

Though one of the six music playing features may be prone to errors from time to time, we think this device’s overall flexibility makes up for those deficiencies and will create an ultimately enjoyable music experience for all.

Where to Buy the Victrola Nostalgic Classic Wood 6-in-1 Bluetooth Turntable

Victrola might have been a brand you’ve missed while browsing for other devices in your local stores, but they’ve definitely risen in popularity since releasing the Victrola Nostalgic Classic Wood 6-in-1 Bluetooth Turntable.

While it’s always best to check electronics, department, and specialty stores for a device such as this, it’s not hard to see why a wide variety of retailers showcase the Victrola Turntable both in-store and online.

To start your search, check out the following online retailers.

• Target (from $129)
• Best Buy (from $86)
• Kohl’s (from $99)

But of course, you can also find this turntable on Amazon. 

That’s it for our review on the Victrola Entertainment Center. Curious to give it a try?