The article reflects on the author's personal journey of vinyl collecting during college, highlighting a significant shift upon discovering the Victrola Eastwood II turntable. Initially, they found it difficult to enjoy their record collection due to lack of suitable equipment. However, the Eastwood II's aesthetic appeal, ease of setup, and Bluetooth streaming compatibility provided an accessible solution without requiring extensive audio equipment. Its low price point of $100 makes it appealing for casual listeners, despite some drawbacks like minor playback issues and a mediocre built-in speaker.
The Victrola Eastwood II isn’t the most high-end record player with Bluetooth streaming, but it is the best looking one you can get for $100.
I needed a turntable that wouldn't take up much space and would be compatible with the $1,500 headphones I'm testing, my $60 Bluetooth speaker, or whatever I have laying around.
It’s easy to set up and operate, versatile, and has a built-in speaker for emergencies. It’s all anyone needs to bring their vinyl collection to life.
Occasional vinyl stream playback issues, a sub par built-in speaker and the potential for some parts breaking easily if not handled correctly are drawbacks to consider.
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