More than art, music is a lifestyle. And practically everyone likes it. Although times and technologies have evolved, and nowadays, you can listen to a song almost anywhere, there are pleasures, such as putting a vinyl record on the turntable, that are unaffected by the passing of the years. The vynils are coming back, and more users are opting for the classic long play records to enjoy their favorite artists’ albums. Megalomaniacs of all ages and conditions are in luck. Ikea has released a limited edition item with a modern and minimalist design that they will love. It has every chance of being the star gift this Christmas.
As usual in Ikea, they never stop innovating and bringing out new products, such as the OBEGRÄNSAD collection, designed in collaboration with the electronic music producers Swedish House Mafia. The products in this line are for everyone, music lovers or not, as it has several decorative elements and desks, shelves, lamps, clocks, record holders. Black is predominant in this limited edition line. One of the most attention-grabbing is the turntable, which, according to the Swedish store, has been designed “for music lovers by real experts.”
OBEGRÄNSAD record player: for everyone, everywhere, beginner or pro
Ikea always offers useful and quality products. In this case, it has merged these two characteristics and materialized them in the OBEGRÄNSAD record player that is a must-have for music lovers and vynil collectors. The Swedish retailer guarantees that, with this devic (that plays both 33 and 45 RPM records) you will get a top-notch and high quality product, and will lead you enjoy the best sound since it can work both for your entertainment and to decorate your home. The retro-style looking is perfect to combine with, practically, any other Ikea furniture.
This turntable is undoubtedly the crown jewel of the OBEGRÄNSAD collection. Designed for vinyl lovers, it provides the best sound thanks to Audio Technica’s AT3600L capsule with replaceable conical diamond needle tip, which does not damage records. It’s complemented by a safety locking system at the base of the tone arm to prevent accidental damage to the discs. According to information from the Swedish retailer, it is very easy to set up. Connect the RCA cable (3.5 mm) to a speaker with a built-in amplifier, and the USB cable to a power outlet via a USB charger.
It should be noted that both cables are included, but the USB charger is sold separately. This turntable, which is striking for its angular shapes and black finish, a design that serves to blend in with the rest of the OBEGRÄNSAD collection, has tight dimensions of 11 3/4″x11 3/4″x5 1/8″. Undoubtedly, a perfect size for any home and room, as it is well known that nowadays wide spaces are conspicuous by their absence.
Among the other items included with the purchase of this turntable is the aforementioned AT3600L capsule with a conical diamond needle tip that can be replaced. However, it is important to know that replacement parts must be purchased from a music store. Ikea has this record player on sale for $159.99 in the US, and you can order it online from the website: check the delivery availability or for the pick-up option, according to your closest store stock.
Complete the pack with the OBEGRÄNSAD records stand, for only $8. It’s as simple as a steel stand where you can gather and display your beloved record collection or store a pile of magazines.