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Vinyl-Digitizing Turntables

This Sony Turntable Lets You Convert Records to Digital Files

— August 5, 2016 — Tech
The PLX-500 is a gorgeous new Sony turntable that is designed to make it easier than ever for people who own large amounts of vinyl records to take all their great music and have it digitized, so they can quickly and conveniently continue to access their prized music collections in the form of ultra high-resolution digital files.

What's great about this particular Sony turntable is the fact that it can be used to mix as well as scratch vinyl records and digital files alike. It comes fully equipped with a line-out connection which means that you don't have to use this particular turntable in conjunction with an amplifier system to get it to work, something which both increases convenience and helps you save money.

This Sony turntable will appeal to music enthusiasts who want to have the flexibility of dealing with old-school vinyl as well as digital music files.


Trend Themes
1. Vinyl-to-digital Conversion - The trend of vinyl-to-digital conversion will continue to grow, as people look for convenient ways to access their music collections in a digital format.
2. Hybrid Turntables - Turntables that can handle both vinyl records and digital files will become increasingly popular among music enthusiasts.
3. Integrated Line-out Connections - More turntables will come equipped with integrated line-out connections, eliminating the need for additional amplifier systems.
Industry Implications
1. Music Equipment Manufacturing - The music equipment manufacturing industry can capitalize on the increasing demand for hybrid turntables that offer vinyl-to-digital conversion capabilities.
2. Music Streaming Services - Music streaming services can offer vinyl-to-digital conversion as an additional service to attract customers who have large vinyl collections.
3. Home Audio Equipment Retail - Home audio equipment retail shops can include vinyl-to-digital conversion services as a value-added service to differentiate from competitors.
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