Lenco LS-100 Hi-Fi Turntable with Bluetooth 5.0, External Speaker, 2 x 10W RMS Belt Drive Auto Shutdown, Wood

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And – companies like Lenco have been innovating the classic vinyl player, bringing it to a scratching halt in the 21st century. No matter what you’re listening to, this Lenco LS-100 provides an enriching experience for music fans. Bluetooth connectivity is perfect for remote access to the player, without having to go to the effort of switching records! You can also connect other music sources with an audio cable via the AUX input always ensuring, no matter what your format, you always have the premium sound.

LENCO LS-300WD - Turntable with Bluetooth® and two separate LENCO LS-300WD - Turntable with Bluetooth® and two separate

It adds real value, especially for fledgling vinyl collectors who now have Bluetooth streaming as a backup while continuing to add to their LP stash. The Lenco LS-100 treats me to good sound on its attractive turntable and midcentury-style speakers, which is all very fitting with my personal style.This means you can enjoy not only your vinyl collection, but also your digital playlists, all without the hassle of cables. The abundance of cable allows you to easily space them out to achieve a perfect stereo effect that will fill any room with rich, vibrant sound. Pushing the pause button mutes the amplification and stops the platter spinning; press play and there’s a little wait while the turntable gets back up to speed, then the amplification kicks back in.

LENCO LS-300WD - Turntable with Bluetooth® and two separate LENCO LS-300WD - Turntable with Bluetooth® and two separate

Though this feature may defeat the point of owning a vinyl player in the first place, it’s a cool addition; especially if your collection is lacking an album or two that deserve to be played out loud.Despite its retro design, the LS-100 also features the latest and greatest technology to enrich your listening experience. onboard too, this record player even doubles as a Bluetooth speaker for streaming music directly to those four speakers from your smartphone or tablet. But it's not just pleasing to the eye; the LS-300 also offers a sound experience that showcases your vinyl collection in all its glory. The Lenco LS-300 is not just another record player; it is a fusion of elegant design and superior sound quality. Although some affordable turntables include a Bluetooth transmitter (see Pro-Ject’s TONE turntable or Sony’s five-star Sony PS-LX310BT) to send the music spinning on your deck to your Bluetooth headphones or separate Bluetooth speaker, the Lenco houses a Bluetooth 5.

Lenco LS-100WD Turntable with Hi-Fi Speakers - Oak Wood

Other nice touches include four rubber buttons on the right of the deck to select 33 1/3 or 45 RPM speeds, start/pause or scroll between modes (more on this later). The Lenco L-92WA (above) is a belt-driven turntable with a built-in cover to stop your vinyl from getting dusty on the platter. Lenco has been synonymous with Swiss engineering precision in the Hi-Fi and consumer electronics field for more than 70 years. Subscribe to the What’s The Best Newsletter to keep up to date with more of the latest reviews and recommendations from Piper and the rest of the What’s The Best team.That said, in classical pieces such as Jacques Loussier’s Siciliano In G Minor we do become acutely aware of another issue – a lack of speed stability. Then, a little noise plays to notify you that this is the end of a side and not just a long pause between tracks. So, if you’re looking to invest in a budget-range vinyl player, I couldn’t recommend the Lenco LS-100 Turntable more.

Lenco LS-100WD Turntable with Hi-Fi Speakers - Oak Wood Lenco LS-100WD Turntable with Hi-Fi Speakers - Oak Wood

Robert Dyas Holdings Limited T/A Robert Dyas is an appointed representative of Product Partnerships Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 626349). It's a direct-drive model, complete with a mechanical arm and a built-in phono preamp, so can be hooked up to a mixer or stereo setup.It’s a versatile look, suiting a cottage, or mid-century aesthetic, with the warm wooden tones serving the style well, or acting as an eye-catching counterpoint to more industrial tastes. The Lenco LS-300 has a plastic cover that keeps your Lenco dust-free when you don't use the turntable for a while. But here the owner is expected to do it conventionally by first attaching the counterweight to the arm, adjusting the weight until the arm is balanced and then twisting further to set the relatively heavy 3. Lenco celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2021 and the Dutch-owned brand is keeping the celebrations going with a new three-strong lineup of budget-conscious record players.