The Victrola 8-in-1! Record-ology!
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- Опубликовано: 1 авг 2024
- It does everything! We've reviewed lots of all in one units and even a couple 6 in 1 units from Victrola, but this is an 8 in 1! Let's un-box it and give it a good review and sound test. Model VTA-600B
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I just bought one of these (not sure if it's the exact same model) like two weeks ago. Working great for me so far. Only problem now? I'm addicted to buying records!
it happens lol
My problem too lol
Thats a good addiction to have :D
estate sales. their like $1
Hey dont those go bad when you play them for the 100th time?
guy cuts tape PERFECTLY then rips box to shreds hahaha
That irks me
Really
Jajaja
I just bought the Victrola Aviator after watching probably 4 or 5 of your reviews on various ones. Great work and thank you for so much information. In 2020 I am glad there are people like you.
Thank you!!!
I'm glad they brought back the AM radio tuner. Some of their previous all-in-one systems had an FM-only tuner.
Last time I checked amazon, they got rid of the am radios for the 8 in 1 models
@@randomperson7443 Right. I bought this model back in July and it came with only FM though similar models other customers have ordered come with both
AM and FM. So I don't know why the difference but not a deal breaker as I rarely listen to AM and have another unit with AM.
The one I had only had fm I wasn’t a really big fan of it and also the cd player never worked
Thanks for the very detailed and thorough review, this is just what I was looking for! :) Your review convinced me to get one of these units as a gift for my father for the holidays... and I am seriously considering getting another one for me at home! :)
Super excited about the live show, hope it's happening tomorrow so that I don't have to worry it comes on while I'm at work.
I just watched this the day before Thanksgiving 2020 and when he said "tomorrow is Thanksgiving" it blew my mind
lol got to be the RUclips algorithm.
@@Recordology that's the weird thing. I actually googled "record player reviews" and picked this one out of a lineup. Solid videos by the way.
The best way to unpack it without destroying the box is to open the flaps, turn the thing over on the table/counter (making sure the flaps are still open), and then lifting the carton, letting the unit slide out. That way you have an intact carton to return it to the store if need be.
xaenon yes .. was cringing watching that part .. lol
Its so nice to see the nostalgia and how several products made these days reminds us of those wonderful times long past with really beautiful products. Excellent review and very exciting product.
Just found one of these in an antique store for $50, thinking about purchasing and watching this video is making me want it even more! And for $50 that's a steal! Thanks for the upload!
hope you did it. I bought one off facebook marketplace that came with a stand for $60... best purchase ever
Nice touch that the buttons are antiqued off white. I'm definitely picking up a Victrola soon and then big band records. Finally got the wife convinced.
Thats the battle right there lol......
It is December 2021, and I just received my second Victrola Record player!! It is just like you said, they are better quality than my old record player from Victrola, and let us hope these have a longer life! I thank you kindly for sharing the truth about these record players!! Have a blessed Recordology Christmas, and a better 2022! Thanks for your time, James
Have you had to replace the belt drives on these?
Bless you bro!! Thx for the honest review👌
The phono has a full-sized platter which is uncommon and very nice. Still I wish they could put a turntable with a pitch control feature in one of these. Heck, increase the dimensions and put a turntable in with linear tracking. WOW, I like to dream.
I just got one, it was a 6 or 7 in one. Loving it so far. Hopefully it'll last a long time.
Thanks for the review......I ordered me one for the family.....and I hope it works just as well......yeah man
another well reviewed all in one unit, like the looks of this player and it sounded pretty decent as well, everything you need in an attractive player. thanks for sharing once again,
Thank you for your help. Well done.
Glad it helped
One thing I noticed with the replacement styli is that the cantilever is aluminum not plastic, good for them on that. The Canadian version omits the AM tuner though.
👍 ! _POSSIBLY_ in response to the RISE of "Talk Radio" on AM at the time ?
Hhhmmmm..... !
Ok, Tin-Foil hat back on the shelf _;=)) !_
Thank you!!!
So my friend and I have been trying to record audio from some old records to a pc using one of these, and every time there is a horrible high pitched hum in the recordings. Is there something we're doing wrong? We're using Audacity and have to resort to using a noise reduction filter on the recorded audio to attempt to mitigate the hum but it degrades the quality of the rest of the recording in doing so.
Crosley put these out with the same cabinets a few years ago called the "stack o matic" that had the automatic record changer holding up to 6 records, just like the old days. I guess they didn't do well, they don't sell them anymore. Great review. One day maybe they will bring the voice of music style record changers back, I still have my parents Phonola record player and it purrs like a kitten. Happy Listening!
I have one of these but it keeps slowing down and idk how to fix it. Help!
Do i need(or should i use) a platter mat and a weight? And if so what kind of mat do you recommend
how do I reduce the wobble? I had to mess with the set screw type adjuster when new its located near the right rear of the turn table surface..it comes all the way down and needs to come up reverse threads i think... it seems ok and sounds ok with it turned so the set screw bolt is up and out 1/2 ior less but there is a prominent wobble more so than i see in these videos
We have one. The turntable died after playing maybe 5 albums. Everything else still works. Anyone else have this problem? If so how did you resolve it?
i have a question. Do you have to buy a preamp and amplifier with this?
where are these sold? I bought one that doesn't have the "record" button at the bottom of the left hand buttons
I got this model of Victrola for Christmas but I'm not allowed to open it until Christmas! Looks beautiful!
Hope you enjoy it!
How does it hold up, is the tape player still working? I want this but mainly for the tape player.
got one of these as a christmas present 2-3 years ago annd still use it often. my main gripe with the turn table is : you have to use the standard replacement stylus, i'd bought the diamond stylus and it just immediately skated across any record i tried. the tracking force for the diamond replacements were rated under 4 grams and the lack of an adjustable counterbalance made it unusable with anything but. the default needles sound fine qualitywise but wear out quicker than i'm comfortable with (50hrs vs a diamonds 500). currently looking for offbrand needles that'll work well with it cause 20 bucks for (a 3pack) 150hrs adds up for a daily listener. it's not ideal for an 'audiophile hifi setup' but for someone whose picking through bins of used 4$ vinyl it's a stressfree way to enjoy records without the need for additional gear.
the biggest bummer for me is the cd player stopped reading discs about a year in, the majority of my collection was cds and it was the feature i'd used the most. not much of a big deal as i have plenty of systems/computers/dvdplayers that'd read cds just the same but i enjoyed the boombox-like convenience of it. my next gripe is the cassette player is 'temperamental;\ sometimes it works fine but more often than not the autostop will engage midway through a track, or the speed will slow down to a crawl and then auto stop. at first i thought it was my test tapes buut it's had the same effect on all the tapes in my collection, but neither of these are a deal breaker for me as i was mainly looking for a turntable.
my favorite feature tho : usb connectivity to a computer. for those stressed about wearing out records you only need to listen to them once while streaming the audio to your pc, ona pc you can record it in lossless wav or whatever you want. the entire unit functions as a microphone/line in option in windows so i'd commonly use it to stream music to my friends over discord/twitch/etc. can also listen back on computer so works for whatever headphones/stereo/etc your using at the time. overall : not as awful as reddit posts will make it out to be if your just looking for an easy record player, lacks an upgrade path but works fine regardless. buuut for those looking for a cd or tape player i'd advise some caution in terms of quality control
I have just bought 2 of these, one for each of my daughters and I notice that when I am in Phono there is a definite hiss that does not occur on CD or Tape mode. This happens on both of my units. Any thoughts? Thanks!
That little (huge) acre by the back of the tone arm was almost all the way unscrewed when I unpacked after moving. Now my tone arm slides across my record. How do I fix this??
Great review. Can you tell me if I could record from cassette to USB the same way from records? thanks
I just got given one of these as a gift, is there a way to get rid of the table wobble as it spins?
In your opinion how higher quality is this as far as the sound compared to the 6-1 from Victrola?
Very similar!
mine does a weird click when using the lp player and because of that I can't play a big lp from the beggining, it always stars at the midle of the first song and if a try to do it the needle will drift, any help?
i wonder how to fix the silence of 1 min when i play cds on it ???? thanks in advance
I have one of these, when I try to turn up the volume no matter what I have running, record, CD, radeo etc it squalls bad. I have to turn volume all the way down and try to slowly turn it up. Any help fixing this would be great
i have the same issue
did you find a fix?
When you record to USB from record or tape can you put track marks on the songs or does this happen automatically
Do you think the antenna can be replaced with something a little more substantial?
How would I record the vinyl record onto computer via USB cable?
Btw happy Thanksgiving and as always good video
My daughter has the same one but after a year the RPMs changed and now her records play at a slower pitch. Have not found a way to fix that, so may have to replace with something different. Shame is I built a beautiful matching stand with record display/storage and took the time to match the wood finish.
I play a lot of old and oddball records. Many of them won't play all the way to the end. How can I disable the autostop feature??
This is the one we have. I got it last Christmas! We LOVE IT!
I just bought this for my wife and she LOVES it! However, I’m a bit OCD and quickly noticed that both foot pegs on the right are shorter than the foot pegs on the left, making the player sit uneven. Is it supposed to be this way? If so, why?
Like you mentioned (on the Aladdin Record), I feel like this player doesn't want to play from the beginning. It skips and pulls to halfway into the first track. Have you figured out a fix for this?
I have not......it may loosen over time though...
Mine did it from the beginning and never got better. I stuck to my old school tables, no trouble
I’m having the same issue!!!! Have you figured out anything? It’s bumming me out
Does anyone have the problem when a song from a cd fades in for every track and if so does anybody know how to fix it
I like the way it Looks 👍
What about the skipping on the records? And so far, the tape keeps working? I saw a review from another Victrola and the tape after a year o two was working bad.
when you lock the tone arm should the cue-lever be in the up or down position?
Down position - excellent question!
i find the speakers on mine really don't play a full clear sound (i'm playing hip hop records), whats the best way to get the best sound out of these?
The company that makes the mechanisms found in these players is Tanashin; Techmoan did a whole video on them here: ruclips.net/video/nezGOVOpHtc/видео.html
Is there a way to get it to play 45 records with a adapter?
the back says aux in I've tried to use it as an aux out before and it doesnt work anyway to fix this problem?
We have the same Victoria. I got it last year for Christmas! Very well made and high quality! We love the remote control! Enjoy!!
Hello. I need some help. My volume knob is acting weird. Its placed to be at zero volume but when I turn it on, it blasts the radio and hurts my ears and I’m worried it will damage the speakers. Does anyone have any idea what I should do?
Hey there I’m clueless on these and need help my girlfriend wants one. The records I’m looking to buy for her all say LP 1 or 2. I’m not sure what that means, would they play properly on this ? Thanks a lot
Welcome! This will play them all.....
wait omg I think she means LP 1 and LP 2 as in liam payne's albums...sorry this is 6 months late but if is what she means tell her she has great taste in music and ask if she's an ot5
and btw LP 1 and LP 2 are just the vinyls for 2 liam payne albums, so yes it will be able to play it
This was extremely useful. Have you thought about adding your reviews to Amazon? I'm not sure what their monetization process is like on product videos, but that's where I came from, looking for answers. (and you certainly provided them). Thanks for showing the back of the machine and showing that it comes with the RCA output cable already included in the package.
That's a great idea!
How do you record from Phono to USB if you don't have a record button but it is a VTA600B(PC) model??
Odd - maybe call tech support - Im really not sure.
@record-ology i just bought one of these on fb marketplace - and when i put the needle on then needle arm just moves to the center.. is it broken??
I have one of these not the same model mine doesn't have a cd or cassette player but when I put my 33 on there it seems to wobble and make a weird wooshing sound when it plays and skips a bit any idea how to fix that?
GREAT review! Nice job indeed. Concerned / surprise about the stylus arm occasionally skipping over the record grooves during play, i.e., why this serious fault? Many thanks. God bless.
We have done a couple videos on skipping records - check them out here; ruclips.net/video/i1YIh7y_uuU/видео.html AND ruclips.net/video/3Vp5g3rZBlw/видео.html
@5:10 you say, "Here's where the aux out is" but those are actually aux in lines. So this unit can NOT connect auxiliary speakers nor Bluetooth out, correct?
Do you prefer this one or the mid-century 6-in-1? Also, do both of these allow you to use an external speaker?
Yes you can plug a speaker into both......I prefer the mid century one. The dial lit up as the only light in the room is amazing.
Record-ology thanks so much for responding!!! Great videos 👍🏾
Hi there. My Victrola was only used 2 times because of my busy schedule. Today I plugged it up and nothing.. No power at all. Why?? PLEASE HELP..
Somebody got this as a gift from a total stranger because they started their musical journey so I said how nice of a gift that was on his post. A guy posted below my post that he would advise against using the record player. I copied my original comment, deleted my original comment to remove his comment and pasted it to a new comment and then added that this tracks at 5 grams (which I got from this video) and if the needle is good and aligned properly, it will be fine playing your records on it. Somebody went out of their way to get this person the gift and the guy was over the moon happy about it and then that guy posted on mine. If he wanted to post on that on his own, that's his prerogative. I just didn't want that comment associated with mine in that instance because of people went out of their way. Normally I would have probably left that alone but this was such a special gift to him and thanks to you, I have more of an appreciation of people that are getting back into playing records because of these units. Thanks for your review on this. It helped me out in this instance.
Cannot find this model anywhere. Looking for the model with the record button. 8 in 1 sold on qvc shows record button but they are substituting with an inferior model. Wanting an easy way (no cables) to record cassettes to usb
Any solutions to help skipping and wobbling, mine skips on nearly all of my records
We have done a couple videos on skipping records - check them out here; ruclips.net/video/i1YIh7y_uuU/видео.html AND ruclips.net/video/3Vp5g3rZBlw/видео.html
Love how he gives God thanks and glory at the end of this video! Great job overall
helpppp i dont know everything was fine but the VCTROLA dont play the cassette types :(
Hey!
I bought this record player back in March, and it played GREAT untill May. Every record I play goes WAY TO FAST. I’ve bought record weights and nothing seems to help. Do you have any idea what could be wrong?
That’s an interesting situation! There could be something wrong with the electronics… I’m sure you have already checked at the speed switch to make sure it’s not set to 78. Another possibility might be removing the platter and making sure the belt is situated properly but that can be a pain to do. If it is still under warranty I would suggest getting a replacement… That might be the best approach. Good luck!
I bought the predecessor to this unit 4 years ago. But instead of a USB recorder (and a memory stick recorder on some models), it had a CD burner which recorded to an MP3 file (rather than a wave or lossless file). Unfortunately, the entire unit got fried by an electrical storm in which a lightning strike came too close to my house. Everything still worked except the amplifier, so I had function but no sound. And no stereo repair shop would touch it. Long story short, I replced the unit (an Aviator Signature) with a new Empire Mid-Century a couple of months ago. I lost AM radio, but the Phone, CD, and Tape are still there. And I think it actually sounds better than the older unit. Its lid also covers the turntable completely, so no dust can get in there while the turntable is not being used. All in all, a fair trade and a $75 savings in price.
I just got this a few days ago. I don't know if anyone else bought there's from Amazon, but I did notice that it didn't come with the extra needles, the USB drive or cleaning cloth. Anyway, aside from that, I know what most of the buttons do, but can't seem to find the record button and would rather not have to attach my computer via cable. I'm totally blind, and still have to find out whether that software is accessible on either my mac or windows computer. The easiest thing for me to do would be to use a thumb drive I have and record to MP3. Is the record button one of the round ones, and if so, can you tell me which one? Simply by stating whether it's the first one or 2nd one from the right, or first one from the left. I've already tried playing a record or 2 on it. Seems to like old vinal better than new because my new vinal record skipped quite a bit. Sorry for the long comment and thank you for your help. :)
Let me look into this!
Mine didn't either. It _IS_ a _relatively_ low-end unit - but SOUNDS and FUNCTIONS well above its "Weight-Class" !
STILL the accessories you mentioned WOULD have made a nice add-on.
Oh well _;=) !_
Hi! My name is Silvia. I have a question: Could you convert cassettes to Mp3 with that victrola? And what about CDs to Mp3? Thanks for the info! Bye.
Good question! This unit does allow you to record anything (if I remember correctly) to mp3 via USB.
@@Recordology Great! Thanks for the info!
Can you connect this victrola to your tv u see there a left and right red yellow cable I try connecting those cable on the back of victrola right to my tv audio headphones that my tv has but the volume is too low on the victrola is there a way to make it higher? Maybe I'm doing it wrong if you know how can you please do a video how to connect the victrola to your tv. Thanks!
I just got mine. It doesn't come with a thumb drive or extra styli thought. Maybe this one being reviewed is the bonus model?? Also does any one know if the unit can digitize the cds and cassette tapes it plays? If so how? Sorry but I am not very technologically proficient. Thanks.
So I am looking at upgrading from the one I have now. I believe its the 6-1 not sure the brand. Would this one be able to record records to cds?
This one does not...
Nice review. Just bought one myself. Can you hook up external speakers, and what about adding a coin to the needle arm, like we used to on older record players?
Yes on both accounts but the coin will CARVE your records.
@Recordology So you can add extra speakers, right?
Looks nice. I have a similar Crossley jukebox like yours.
I have the VTA-750B model. My only dilemma is it doesn’t have auxiliary out ports. I want to be able to record from the Bluetooth on the victrola out into an 8 track recorder(I’m getting into 8 tracks as crazy as that seems). Is there any way to convert the input ports in the back of the unit into outputs???? It makes no sense to me that there is a single aux in port in the front and a left and right input in the back…..why no outputs??????
We have done videos on 8-track. I was a recent convert to 8-track as well. Unfortunately on this the headphone output jack at 80% volume (which approximates line level) is your best bet.
Everything on Our victoral player works except the cd player. It keeps saying er. Any suggestions?
I just get a cassette recorder and i connect It as aux part but It doesnt recorded into audio cassette when i listen the radio or CD o wonder why im doing It Well or there are not way to recorded into audio cassette tape if i connected the device in aux section or its. Because the cassette tape recorder comes with mic incorporated ir what someone can help 🙌
Do you have a reccomendation for a 78rpm stylus that can play Shellac records that works with this?
I have not found one yet......
Hey! I hope you're doing well. I'm a huge fan of your channel (I started binge watching it yesterday) and I would like to ask for your opinion on something. I'm really interested in purchasing a good Victrola unit. I'm debating between purchasing this 8 in 1 and the 6 in 1 mid century one. Personally, I just felt as if the latter was better, but still, I wanted to ask for your opinion on which one is better. Thank you so much for your time and thank you for this channel, I have a special place in my heart for it.
Thank you! Quality wise they are very similar.....I personally like the mid century one - the lights on the dial at night are really nice.
@@Recordology thank you so much! You've been very very helpful!
Bought one of these and returned it because if you play any album that has some heavy bass on them the thing will skip. got an audio technica and am much happiers.
Maybe that’s the problem I’m having.. gonna compare again when I get home I have some used albums and certain songs skipped and a couple brand new that skip... now I’m gonna pay attention... because I’m frustrated.
I have one and it skips constantly. It’s got me soooo mad
Mine wobbles like yours too, when spinning records. This is normal as long as records don't skip right?
Yes indeed! Welcome to the fun hobby of records! Here is a good place to start;ruclips.net/video/RoTAaZs3tW8/видео.html AND THIS ruclips.net/video/kmzvSI2IfOI/видео.html AND EVEN THIS ruclips.net/video/FJPpNDQspts/видео.html we have covered so many aspects of playing records and adjusting record players on our older videos...you might find something interesting to watch on our playlists too!
A family member got one for Christmas and loves it and it wobbles tho
More features than the 6in1, but I prefer the front design of that one a little more over this 8in1. Minor quibble though. Did all of the other stuff test out well?
Yes indeed this one was solid!
How do you fix a wobble turntable base?
I am trying to play lp from the early 30's and the stylus that is on there is not working. What are your recommdations.?
what issues?
You’re going to need a 3mil needle instead. Your record is shellac and has a wider groove, so modern needles will not work.
Absolutely brilliant Review.The Unit looks so good,and the wood finish really appeals to me.I was out on Mail delivery today and one of the doors i knocked on to deliver a parcel//,a lady answered (American lady) and she said Happy Thanks Giving.I asked her exactly what Thanks Giving day is...As being in the UK,we hear about it a lot,but i have never realised what it was about.We had quite a chat.Anyhow..i digress....Loved this review...and Happy Thanks Giving day ..Cheers..Ade
Thank you for posting this " I just bought one : }
Hope you enjoy it!
I've had mine for a few years and now my records sound slower than they should be. I've cleaned it, changed the needle on tone arm... any other suggestions? How do I get to the motor or belt drive?
I’m having the same issues.
I just set this model up and the turntable undulates causing a lot of skipping. The first time I played an old record it skipped and finally landed about the second track. Put on a new never played record, same thing happened. I’ve tried adjusting the screw as directed by the company, finally, and haven’t had good luck with that either. Any help appreciated! I want it to work!
Is the platter springy or rigid?
More springy.
Great video! Do you know how to adjust the tape cassette speed? Mine is too slow and the music sounds funny.
You would have to open it up and access the motor itself....there are speed screws on it. That will void your warranty however and can be dangerous.
This looks a really nice machine and from the sound on the video doesnt sound bad either.i have a GPO memphis I bought second hand today.you have to crank the volume on mine too.do you have the GPO brand in the states?
Interesting - they are available here but not common…
Your link doesn’t show the one with AM radio
Does anyone have the model # of this unit? It seems like all the newer models only record with the use of software vs this one that records direct to the usb? Thanks.
Love the video! Do you know how tall it is once it is open?
Good question - I am not sure. Perhaps pose the question on amazon.