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Wireless Streaming Turntables

The Akai Professional Turntable Offers Support for All Technologies

— January 29, 2016 — Tech
Despite being an antiquated technology, vinyl records have experienced a surge in popularity recently, so brands are targeting this rebounded market with new releases like the Akai Professional Turntable.

The Akai Professional BT-500 Turntable provides advanced and amateur users the ability to partake in vinyl playback with total ease, while the unit also packs a variety of modern technology. Aside from spinning records, the Akai Professional BT-500 Turntable packs Bluetooth connectivity to stream music to nearby speakers to satisfy a preference for unified technology systems.

Expected for release in the second quarter of 2016, the Akai Professional Turntable is also computer-friendly with the unit able to connect via USB and coming with a conversion software download to boot.
Trend Themes
1. Vinyl Revival - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative turntable designs and features to cater to the growing interest in vinyl records.
2. Wireless Streaming - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create wireless streaming technologies that seamlessly integrate with traditional audio equipment, such as turntables, to offer a modernized and convenient listening experience.
3. Integration of Analog and Digital - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design turntables that embrace both the analog charm of vinyl records and the convenience of digital connectivity, merging the best of both worlds for audiophiles.
Industry Implications
1. Audio Equipment Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the development of advanced turntables with integrated streaming capabilities, appealing to the growing demand for both vintage and modern listening experiences.
2. Music Streaming Services - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with turntable manufacturers to create seamless integrations between vinyl playback and streaming services, providing a versatile and comprehensive music listening experience.
3. Technology Accessories - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop wireless connectivity solutions and peripherals tailored to enhance the functionality and interconnectivity of turntables and other audio equipment.
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