Engadget Logo Engadget Japanese version Onkyo's new proposal! Onkyo Classic Series All-in-One Record Player "OCP-01" [Simple Operation/Built-in Stereo Speaker/Equipped with Bluetooth]

"OCP-01" is the first product of Onkyo's new series "Onkyo Classic Series". A portable record player equipped with a Bluetooth receiver function and stereo speakers. In addition to records, you can easily enjoy playback on smartphones, etc. with the built-in speaker of the player.

Mania's favorites and DJ tools analog records can be easily used by young people as well as seniors The "OCP-01" realizes a variety of listening styles.

Just drop the needle. You can play records instantlysimple operability

It comes with a record stylus and a built-in speaker, so you can enjoy music just by turning on the power and dropping the stylus on the record.

There is also a knob for volume, so you can adjust the volume on the main unit.

Bluetooth enabled. Built-in stereo speakers for listening on your smartphone

It has a built-in stereo speaker despite its compact size. Since the built-in speaker is compatible with Bluetooth, you can also play music from a smartphone etc.

Trunk-shaped design that blends naturally into the interior

It has a simple retro design with a metal clasp in a box with a leather-like finish.

When not in use, it can be stored upright like a trunk.

Three colors are available: sonic blue with a retro feel, vintage white and mystic black that are familiar with the interior of the room.

Switchable to 3 rotation speeds

33 1/3・45・78RPM rotation speed can be switched, so you can play almost any vinyl record. (Includes 45 rpm adapter)

Equipped with pitch control function

You can adjust the playback pitch by changing the rotation speed of the turntable.

Equipped with auto stop function

When the record finishes playing (when the pickup moves near the inner circumference silence groove), it automatically stops rotating. Prevents needle wear.

Equipped with analog auxiliary input terminal (AUX_IN) and RCA analog output terminal

It is also possible to connect to the RCA analog input terminal or headphone output terminal of your minicomponent.

About the Onkyo Classic Series

"Onkyo Classic Series" is a new series of Onkyo brand using Onkyo classic logo.

Our business goal is to go beyond the boundaries of audio and propose music lifestyles and ways to enjoy music, including fashion, and we are planning to collaborate with apparel and develop at select shops and record stores. increase.

Recently, it is not uncommon for artists to release new albums on analog records, and turntables are gaining attention as a new musical experience, as well as a part of music culture and fashion, among young people. .

The domestic analog record market in fiscal 2020 was 2.12 billion yen, with a volume of 1.09 million copies, maintaining a scale of over 2 billion yen for the third consecutive year. The amount increased by 121% compared to the previous year. (According to the Recording Industry Association of Japan)

Also overseas, the analog record market in the United States has grown for three consecutive years from 2018 to 2020. (RIAA/Recording Industry Association of America research)

Specs

Turntable

Bluetooth section

Amplifier section

Speaker Section

Schedule

May 20, 2021 Project start June 27, 2021 Project end July 2021 1st return delivery August 2021 2nd return delivery

Q&A

Q.Does it have a battery?

A.The battery is not installed. Please connect the supplied power cord (AC adaptor).

Q.Can I send the sound of vinyl records played on this unit to another Bluetooth speaker or headphone for sound?

A.This unit's Bluetooth only has a receiving function, and does not have a transmitting function, so it cannot ring.

Q.Is it possible to connect to another audio playback device (stereo component, etc.) and play back?

A. Yes, but in that case, connect to the auxiliary input terminal (AUX_IN) of the playback device. The player input terminal (PHONO) cannot be played back normally. (This unit has a built-in phono equalizer.)

Q.Is it possible to replace the record stylus when it is worn out?

A.The stylus can be replaced with a stylus dedicated to this machine.

Q.Does the tonearm auto-return when the record ends?

A.There is no auto-return function, but there is an auto-stop function (ON/OFF possible) that stops rotation near the inner circumference silent groove.

Q.Does it have a USB port?

A.There is no USB port.

Q.Does it have network capabilities?

A.There is no network function.