# Vertical Space-Saving Record Players The Vertical Vinyl Record Player Puts Media on Display By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-08-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertical-vinyl-record-player References: [tuvie](https://www.tuvie.com/edgy-vertical-vinyl-record-player-with-built-in-bluetooth-technology/) & [uncommongoods](https://www.uncommongoods.com/product/vertical-vinyl-record-player-with-bluetooth)  Record players have regained a lot of popularity over the past several years but still require a fair bit of space to be used, which is something the Vertical Vinyl Record Player is here to change. The [space-saving record player](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pp1) consists of a relatively compact base that's paired with an arm for keeping an LP held upright when being played. The vertically positioned [Audio Technica](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-wheel-turntable) arm supports playback, while the base also features a radio and Bluetooth connectivity to play music from any mobile device. The Vertical Vinyl Record Player measures in at nine-inches in depth and features a notch in the rear to position a record sleeve. This helps to further enhance the artistic nature of the music system. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Vertical Audio Devices:** Innovating audio devices to fit in limited spaces by building them vertically. - **Artistic Music Systems:** Designing music systems with a focus on aesthetics to cater to the rising demand for visually impactful audio products. - **Modernized Record Players:** Upgrading record players with modern features like Bluetooth connectivity to appeal to younger audio enthusiasts. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore the potential for vertically compact product design in their audio devices to cater to space-saving homes/apartments. - **Home Decor:** Home decor businesses could explore the potential to create record players that are aesthetically pleasing and enhance the artistic value of a home. - **Musical Instruments:** Musical instrument manufacturers could update traditional products, like record players, to include modern features that appeal to a younger demographic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Modern Turntable Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertical-turntable-concept.md) - [Vertical Vinyl Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vs01-bluetooth-vertical-turntable.md) - [Style-Conscious Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upright-vinyl-record-player.md) - [Contemporary Vertical Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toverse.md) - [Elegant Upright Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blok-turntable.md) - [Modernized Millennial Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asenso-record-player.md) - [Record-Cleaning Vinyl Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crescent-turntable.md) - [Sleek Vertical Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniot-wheel-3.md) - [All-in-One Turntable Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victrola-soundstage.md)