Victrola’s Latest Turntable & Speaker Prove Listening to Vinyl Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated

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Building a vinyl collection is one thing.

Figuring out how to play those records properly is another.

Between choosing the right turntable, finding compatible speakers and navigating a sea of audio terminology, getting into vinyl can feel unnecessarily complicated.

And while all-in-one record players offer an easy entry point, their sound quality often leaves something to be desired.

Victrola is looking to bridge that gap with its Wave turntable and Soundstage speaker , a pairing that promises a more substantial listening experience without the elaborate setup.

We put both to the test to see how they work together, and while there are a few trade-offs, there’s plenty to like.

BEST FOR EVERYDAY LISTENING Victrola Wave Bluetooth Turntable $449.99 $499.99 10% off Buy Now at victrola Pros: Sleek design, easy setup, Bluetooth connectivity and built-in preamp.

Cons: Bulky when stacked and limited sound controls.

Design and Features The Wave is a manual belt-drive turntable equipped with an Audio-Technica AT-VM95E cartridge, Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity and support for 33 1/3 and 45 RPM records.

It also features Auracast technology, which allows audio to be shared with compatible wireless speakers, plus a built-in switchable phono preamp.

Photo Courtesy of Camila Quimper/Billboard The Soundstage takes a different approach to speaker placement.

Designed to sit directly beneath the turntable, it features a front-facing speaker grille, a down-firing woofer that helps minimize vibrations and multiple connection options, including Bluetooth, RCA, optical and USB-C.