California-based ION has created what it is claiming is the industry's first USB turntable, allowing you to convert your old vinyl collection directly to CD or MP3 with the included recording software. No special drivers are required either, which is always helpful.

The ION ITTUSB turntable includes Audacity software for Mac/PC for recording as well as a trial of Bias Soundsoap 2 for cleaning and restoring vinyl. The turntable also has line level output for connecting to any home stereo with CD or auxiliary (AUX) inputs.

It's compatible with any software that supports USB audio input sound cards. Other features include an adjustable pitch belt drive turntable, USB cable, cartridge with stylus and 45 adapter

The deck supports 33 1/3 and 45rpm, has an adjustable anti-skating control for increased stereo balancing, supports high-speed vinyl recording, and has adjustable pitch control (+/- 8 per cent). The ION ITTUSB costs $139 (£80.15).

BIOS, Dec 06, 05 | Print | Send | Comments (1) | Posted In Audio