- Custom-tuned speaker system
Premium 2-Way, internal stereo speaker system producing incredible sound reproduction - Unparalleled clarity
Patent-pending anti-vibration belt drive system allows your records to be played crisp and clear at high-volumes without distortion from speaker vibration - Protect your vinyl
Metal platter with silicone slip mat protects your vinyl and will last for years to come - Powerful bass
Powerful 6.5” wireless front-firing subwoofer - Sleek design
Multi-function, illuminated control knob with built in voice confirmation - Keep your records as good as new
Metal tonearm with adjustable counterweight and anti-skate features to protect your records - Easy control
Multi-function metal remote control for easy volume and source control from anywhere in the room - New Vinyl Stream Technology
Vinyl Stream™ technology allows you to stream your record to any external Bluetooth speaker
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Victrola – Premiere V1 Turntable Music System – Espresso
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| Weight | 27.56 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 19.49 × 19.49 × 15.35 in |
| Product Depth | 19.49 inches |
| Record Player | Yes |
| Color | Espresso |
| Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor | 90 days |
| Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts | 1 year |
| Input(s) | 3.5mm audio |
| Product Weight | 27.56 pounds |
| Model Number | VPMS-1-ESP |
| CD Player | No |
| Drive Type | Belt drive |
| Operation Type | Manual |
| Product Height | 15.35 inches |
| Product Name | Premiere V1 Turntable Music System |
| Brand | Victrola |
| Cassette Player | No |
| Color Category | Brown |
| Product Width | 19.49 inches |
| UPC | 810033110993 |
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Averagetechguy –
I received this player to test today. Setting this up was fairly easy, they had it all ready to attach the plate and belt over the motor, and the arm was set and appeared balanced. The footprint size of thus unit is very average, just taller than other units I have. It comes with a dust cover that slides over the pegs on the top, but I would have prefererd this to be tilt back, that way when playing you can cover the record and needle an minimize the sound I hear coming from the needle/record contact, but that is very minimal compared to my other players. Secondarily, I habe to always find a spot to set thus, always on the way. Also dust doesn’t stay away when playing, keeping it covered would be nice. This is 2 speed, 33 ⅓ and 45rpm, nice rocker switch to change that. I read the bookelets that came with this before I started set up. Setting up the sub it says it was pre paired, plug in, turn on, and go, but I had to do some button pushing before I got sound, it was not as simple as turn on and go as they said. Annoying, but no issues since initial set up. This comes with options of optical cable TV input or digital input, and rca connection to sub or output, but wireless sub works fine. It does come with rca and optical cable and a 45 adapter, and simple 3 button remote with function button, volume uo and volume down. Thus accepts 3.5mm auxiliary input, did not come with that cable. I have used the Bluetooth to connect my phone, and it worked fair, paired quickly, and the used it record playing function, and the sound us really quite good. I have a Victoria 6 in one unit (cd, cassette, record, radio, blutooth, aux) unit from several years back, and this (as it should) blows the sound away, clarity is very good. Balanced treble and bass with the main speaker and the sub adds that punch and depth you expect from a system in this range of pricing. The volume can easily fill a room. I have it in a large family room and this gets ample loud, but not close to my 5.1 surround system that is also there. I would say it’s has no problem making this room fill with sound (16×25 roughly). It’s just odd since I’m used to multispeakers, this comes from one spot outward. That being said, clarity is excellent, little distortion when I push the volume to the upper limits. I have tested it with older vinyl from the 70’s and 80’s, and new vinyl from new releases from this year, and it works well with all of these. Mainly metal and hard rock, but I did some classic rock and classical also and all sounded very good. I do feel the price point is a bit high for this, the build quality is good, material feels good, but I’d be at about 200 under where this is, and the model without the sub 100 under this. I think the price will keep this from traction initially, but this is a very nice sounding all in one system. I would reccomed this system.
Psykopup –
I honestly can’t believe I have a record player again. I haven’t used a record player in over 35 years. Coincidentally, I was able to pull out some records from my teenage years, that I had in storage.
This Victrola is a nice looking system. The most difficult thing about setting it up was trying to figure out where it place it in my home. I don’t have a lot of table-top options. The instructions were very straight-forward. I appreciated that the needle arm was already set and balanced, and that the subwoofer was already paired to the unit. It really was just a matter of plugging in the subwoofer to the player, dusting off the old records and start listening to some old tunes. The sound that comes out of the main speaker is impressive. I must say though, the subwoofer really does add to creating a rich sound. I have the unit placed in the corner of our large great room. The sound output is quite enough to fill the room. My kids were actually telling me to turn the music down. I must say though, if you’re having a party with lots of people in the room, this may not prove to be loud enough. My next step is to try to see if I can [bluetooth] pair the Victrola with my 5.1 surround sound receiver. Note: if you’re use to surround sound, this will not even compete with that kind of sound output. Being use to surround sound and continuously streaming music, having a record player is really more about the nostalgia.
I was able to pair the Victrola with a Google Max speaker that’s less than 2 feet way. I just put the Victrola in pairing mode, went in to my Google Home app and into the settings for the Google speaker. There I put it in pairing mode and the two connected instantly. I also tried pairing it with my Google Nest Display that’s about 20 feet away from the Victrola. No luck there. The instructions state that pairing needs to take place with both devices within 3.3 feet of each other. This will make trying to pair the Victrola with my receiver a bit of a challenge. I can’t move the receiver so I’ll have to move the Victrola next to the receiver.
So far, sounds like a great review. So, why only 4 stars? The dust cover is a huge disappointment. For the amount of money this unit costs, I would expect a much better dust cover. The record players from my childhood had clear covers on hinges that you could just lift up, put your record on, and close again. That’s what this unit should have. I even looked on Victrola’s website to see if I could purchase one for this unit. What makes matter worse for me… I have 2 large dogs and one is a Golden Retriever with long hair. Every time I go to use the player, I have to blow off dog hair. When I first unpacked the player and put a record on, my other dog almost nudged the record with her nose. Like I said, a huge oversight on the part of Victrola.
So, would I recommend this record player? I’m actually not sure. It sounds great and it’s so awesome to be able to play my records again. I haven’t researched other record players out there to see how they might compare, especially in price. This player is on the expensive side and the lack of a real dust cover leaves me a bit deflated.
MIX_MASTER_ICE –
First off, this is a product I really wanted to give 5 stars going in. The reality is, I just can’t do that. I’ll go into the reasons why and why this may not be the best option for some people. Here we go.
To start with, the cheap-o dust cover. It’s a piece of plastic that covers the platter and the play arm, but not completely. This means that dust will still collect even with the cover on. It’s not a traditional cover that covers the entire top of the unit, playing or off. While playing the V1 is completely exposed to dust. A really bad decision to go this route and I don’t even bother using the included plastic cover. I lay a large micro-fiber cloth over the top of the unit when not in use.
This unit isn’t really aimed at the true phonograph lover. It’s basically a jack of all trades, master or none unit. It will play records, but also can double as a TV soundbar with the optical connection (cable included) and Bluetooth audio player. You can even stream the phonograph audio to a Bluetooth device. The Bluetooth works pretty well and the overall sound, including the mini subwoofer, works better via Bluetooth than it does using the record player. One gripe I have with the phonograph is it seems to play just a tad bit slow. Not sure why, but it is noticeable with albums I have listened to on other phonographs.
Some other negatives on this unit I will list now. Fit and finish is a bit cheap, with the fake woodgrain. Included remote is very limited. No way to tell what level the volume knob is at until you hear a beep at max volume. Volume via Bluetooth doesn’t sync with the source (phone, tablet etc.), When cycling through modes, a female voice announces the mode in a loud volume. The entire cartridge has to be replaced since you cannot just replace the stylus. 45 adapter is a cheap piece of plastic, sound without the mini sub is every thin and boxy.
I know this V1 is sold by itself w/o the mini sub, but I can’t imagine listening to this w/o the sub. Although the sub lacks output and extension, it still greatly enhances the sound quality. In the end, this is a system that just doesn’t hit the mark. It’s obviously not aimed at the phonograph enthusiast, but more so at the causal listener. I think most people would benefit more from a stand alone phonograph player you can connect to a A/V receiver in a home system. This V1 might be a viable option for a small room where the V1 is doubling as a sound bar with casual phonograph use.
EXWolf –
Overall, this turntable system features a modern aesthetic, with modern technology, which makes it more than just a record player.
Victrola makes the turntable experience on this product compatible for everyone. The set up instructions are clear and easy to follow. I had my first record set ready to play in less than 10 minutes.
The sound quality produced by the record is phenomenal. The speaker system is high end and the included subwoofer adds an element I haven’t seen or head in a turntable. You can also easily control volume with either the knob on the system or the included remote. The system does get loud and was able to cover my 1200 sf foot home.
The added features this unit has puts it above and beyond any turnable system I’ve ever owned. There are Bluetooth features included which allowed me to not only connect my phone to stream digital music, but I was also able to connect my headphones to listen to my records through a headset! That’s not all you can do with this turntable though. There are aux in ports and digital optical ports which allowed me to connect my tv and use it as an added speaker system. Sound quality stays great and consistent throughout all inputs.
Not only is performance great with this system, but aesthetic is clean. Mostly all gloss black with a touch of wood finish makes this system look elegant but modern and fits well with other aspects of the home.
This is a great unit that I and my family have enjoyed having around. It’s simple to use and most importantly sounds great.
backerly –
A few days ago, I received the Victrola Premier V1 Turntable Music System I requested from Best Buy. It was sent quickly and well packaged for shipment. Upon opening and unpackaging the turntable, subwoofer, dust cover and accessories, I found it difficult to decide where to set the unit up. I decided to use the box it came in as that was the only place I had.
The unit comes with a three-button remote control; one for mode selection – vinyl, streaming vinyl, optical tv, and bluetooth – and two for up/down sound volume. The subwoofer can be plugged into the turntable or connected via pre-paired bluetooth. The sound is fairly good and the subwoofer makes it very acceptable. The turntable can play both 33 rpms or 45s with the included plastic 45 adapter. The bass subwoofer can be adjusted for volume and distortion.
I was able to play music from my smartphone through the Victrola music system via its included bluetooth which was quite easy to pair. Sound can also be played from a television set via an included optical cord.
The plastic dust cover is not hinged and must be manually placed over the turntable when the turntable is not in use – a very unsatisfacory solution in my opinion. I find I don’t use the dust cover because of it being seperate and apart from the turntable. Another shortfall is the lack of an on/off switch for the turn table. The turntable, once plugged in, will begin to play once the armature is lifted and placed on the vinyl record. It turns off automatically after a time once playing is ended. There is no off button.
I believe this Victrola Music System would be perfect for student dorm or bedroom/rec room use although the price point seems high given the features and quality of the device.
I would not recommend this to a friend.
TuT_Bryan –
The Victrola Premiere V1 Turntable is an awesome sound system. Vinyls play as you’d expect, drop your record pull over the needle and enjoy your music! But before we get ahead of ourselves, and without boring you to death about the setup instructions that are included. The diagram included showing how to place the aluminum plate on top doesn’t do the absolute best job at explaining things. To keep it simple, after placing the plate, be sure to pull the elastic band with the ribbon taped to the bottom over to the gold pulley. After that, follow the remaining instructions about removing the ribbon and discarding. 5 more words in the diagram showcasing this would have been really helpful.
Where this turntable system outshines other vinyl players is the added inputs/outputs and connectivity options.
Want to listen to your 80s records on your shiny new AV/Soundbar/surround system? Stream it to them. Want to hear some tunes from your phone? Bluetooth pair and go. But the best feature IMHO is the included optical port. Plug in your TV or streaming device and you just added a small sound system that sounds much better than any integrated TV speakers. I will add that this may not be a good option in a large room such as a living room or home theater. But for a bedroom, den, family room or a dining area these will be more than enough. There’s an added aux port but, at least for me, I can’t see a good way to use this. I just cannot see myself tethered to the table itself just to listen to music in an environment where I can play it from an ordinary speaker. But everyone’s environment is different so I’m sure it has its user base.
While the features make it good for almost any space, the appearance makes the turntable an attractive option for any room. The aesthetics of the dial in combination soft cloth over what seems to be 3 21/2” to 3” speakers. Pair with a brushed aluminum simple to use remote and a matching subwoofer in espresso brown. All together, you’ve got a beautiful sound system.
CONS
Despite my positive outlook about the product, there’s a small area that bothers me. Despite the turntable being digital, the tethered subwoofer is not. Adjusting the volume through the remote or dial does nothing to the subwoofer. Turning off the table with the remote or dial again does nothing to the subwoofer. You can either get up and flip the switch on the back of the box or wait for it to turn off after its 10 minutes of standby are up. I fully understand why however, just seems like an annoyance.
The second t less annoying point, for some strange reason there’s a pretty big sound disparity with the subwoofer. When tethered through the included Y cable, its pretty mild. I literally have to turn up the volume and bass to max, or near maximum levels to get a decent output. But when I Bluetooth my phone or another device to the subwoofer directly, it sounds as if I’ll blow the speakers leaving it at the same level audio as when tethered. I assume it might be an issue with the provided cable but due to lack of any additional cables I am unable to confirm this.
Audiofan1 –
If you are looking for a great playing turntable this is the one to get. I haven’t listened to vinyl in a while but when I saw this I thought why not start listening to vinyl again. The setup isn’t to hard but we did have a little trouble getting the subwoofer speaker to pair thru bluetooth but after it was working great. You can also connect this to a phone and stream music thru the speakers. I like the dust cover but my older one had the cover the tipped back and this one is loose but it does look very appealing sitting out.
masc360 –
I want to love this, I am a very casual vinyl music listener. And just never wanted to fully jump Into the pool of vinyl record listening. This Victrola player seemed to be a good point to dip my toes Into. Putting everything together was easy enough. I followed the instructions as written and decided I would try the aux and Bluetooth first. It sounded great, good volume good bass response you can adjust the subwoofer to your liking. Next is where I have some issues.
The vinyl setting. I followed the instructions but they did not work to weigh the arm correctly and the sound was terrible towards the outer part of the record and got better towards the middle. After calling my brother who know this much better we were able to get it working and I have to say the sound was meh. Now don’t get me wrong the vinyl streaming setting where I c an listen to records on my headphones is cool. But it kind of defeats the purpose when the sound quality is not great.
I want to like this and when playing music through Bluetooth it sounds great but the main selling point is this is a one stop shop for record playing and it kind of sucks in that department.
As much as I would love to recommend this , I would have to say pass.
Karen –
This is a welcome bit of technology. My husband and I are NOT audiophiles, but we do love our music. Together we have over 10,000 LPs, collected over the past 40 years. He has a DJ set-up, but it’s generally packed away because there is no room in our 800sq foot cottage. This record player is compact, sounds nice, AND IT FITS! Keep in mind that we aren’t reviewing anything that didn’t come in the box.
The unit came well packed, no worries about anything getting banged up. There was some assembly, which was pretty easy using the quick start sheet. The platter has a decent weight. I put on a solid 80s banger, cranked it high, and it sounded grand (in our 800 sq ft cottage).
For anyone with space concerns, who also owns some records they’d like to hear, this system is a great option. For anyone needing a high fidelity, audiophile system, keep looking. For us, this is great and we’d recommend it to anyone in similar circumstances.
Victrola –
I was excited to buy this music system, however when I got it home and set it up, it would not play. I turned back to the instructions to see if I missed a step and I didn’t. Also, I didn’t get the additional items that I saw on other reviews (e.g., record stand, extra needle cartridge and record cleaner brush?). This should have been included because of the price of this turntable which was a “tad bit” too high for this system. Anyway, I am back on the search for a good system. Unfortunately, this is not the one for me.
SnowNinja –
As many people might have, I have some classic vinyl albums (some bootlegs, some dance remixes) just sitting around. As Prince once sang, “Don’t you miss the feeling music gave ya back in the day?” Well with the Victrola Premiere V1 Turntable Music System, you can get that feeling again.
Not to sound like a music snob, but there is something wonderful about music on vinyl. Sometimes the digitized music today, though it sounds incredible, also can seem a bit sterile. The analog sounds coming from a turntable are just different in a great way. From the subtle white noise to gently placing the needle on the record, the music feels more personal.
Overall, the Victrola by itself looks like a work of art. From the fake wood side marking to the same markings on the dust cover, the turntable looks nice sitting on a coffee table or console. Plus, it is not overly huge or bulky like some of the turntable from years ago. With a powerful built-in speaker and pre-paired subwoofer, the Victrola can certainly fill up a room.
Out of the box, set up is easy. In fact, it may be easier than the instructions lead you to believe. For example, the printed instructions say that there is a counterweight that you must attach to the swing arm. However, this was already attached. Also, it stated that you had to rotate this counterweight to get just the proper balance. So, I messed with this. Only after I was cleaning up did I notice that the cushion packaging that secured it said that it was set to the perfect position at the factory. I never though to look at the cushion throw away portion for directions. Also, the instructions say to pair the subwoofer when markings on the subwoofer say that it is already pre-paired. So, the instructions could match a bit better with the actual configuration. Even with all of this, set up is relatively fast. You can be playing your records in no time.
Anyone who buys a music system ultimately gets it for the way it sounds, and the Victrola sounds amazing. You will have to dial in the subwoofer a bit with the crossover knob on the back. But once you find your setting, the bass will really kick nicely. The high range sounds great to. I was amazed how well the sound carried throughout my home. Also, if you need more kick to it, you can sync up a different speaker to it through hardwiring or Bluetooth. If your records are old, you may need to clean them though. I have stuff from the 80s that have gathered some dust in that time. Once they are clean though, the music sounds just like I remember.
The turntable is belt driven. I noticed no slippage on the playback. Everything was nice and stable. The turntable also seemed to handle some bumps or stomping nearby without any skips or scratching. You should not have any problems with that. Also the turntable comes with a remote which is a nice extra touch for those who want it.
I have been wanting to get a new turntable for some time just so I could hear my old albums. The Victrola Premiere V1 Turntable Music System could not have been a better. The music comes to life just like I remember. I would recommend this system to anyone wanting to get a turntable.
GameOverSuckas –
I can remember back in my younger years how boring and plasticy most record players were. Victrola has given a sense of elegance to this new turntable music system. Just by first glance it looks sophisticated with the materials and textures used. It looks more like a piece of jewelry added to your entertainment center than just a record player. Dark wood grain mixed with what appears to be a blackened satin aluminum. It even comes with a cover to protect the arm and turntable while not in use which doubles as a record cover stand while playing your records. The dial on the front has an outer illuminated ring which allows you to control volume and select which output you want by voice confirmation.
It has so many ways to use the system which doesn’t limit you to just using the included sub-woofer and internal speakers for record play. You can stream and connect your music from any Bluetooth source to play through the system as well as use digital optical to allow your music system to act as a soundbar for your television. It also allows you to stream through Bluetooth to any other paired sound system you’d like to play through. One of my favorite capabilities is that I can connect this through RCA jacks to my old school component rack system and play this through my classic set of 12 inch Cerwin Vega and matched set of 15 inch Cerwin Vega house speakers. To really rock the house, is an understatement. Last but not least it has an aux and a headphone jack.
It allows you to choose 33 or 45 rpm (small or large records). Comes with a remote, which is pretty boring and plain, only 3 buttons volume up and down and power.. which operates like the knob on the front of then turntable itself allowing you to choose outputs.
Sound quality. Huge for me and I was pleasantly surprised how crystal clear the sound was and how rich and deep the bass was from such a small setup. Setup from box to jamming was only a few minutes. A beautiful addition to anyone who enjoys the unique sound of vinyl.
Would highly recommend to others!
uicc676 –
I found this product hard to assign a star rating to. It has some nice pros and some disappointing cons.
Setup of the turntable and subwoofer was very easy- after putting the platter on the player and attaching the belt drive, it’s pretty much plug & play. The subwoofer is already paired to the player/turntable and the tone arm setup is preset at the factory.
The first thing that stands out when playing a record is that it is a 100% manual operation. No start button to engage the tone arm to the record. And worse, the tone arm lift lever does not lift the arm high enough to clear the edge of the record. So you have to manually lift the tone arm and gently place it on the record. That’s ridiculous and unacceptable. At least when the last song plays the platter stops rotating but you still have to lift the tone arm off the record and place it back on its rest.
The sound this system delivers doesn’t compare to a high-end component system but I thought overall it is very good. I’ve played a broad range of vinyl records on the player from vocal pop to country to rock (no classical) and the clarity of the 2-way built-in speakers and the bass response of the sub-woofer are both excellent on everything I’ve played. There are adjustment knobs for volume and crossover on the sub-woofer so it can be adjusted to preference. The treble level in the built-in speakers is boosted a little too high for my liking when playing records. Some of the vocals on some songs on some records comes across a little bit shrill. However, that may be a positive for voice clarity if you’re also using the system as a TV soundbar. (I don’t have it hooked up to my TV.) The treble is actually less boosted when streaming music from a Bluetooth device. Another reviewer had noted he thought 33 rpm records played a bit too slowly on the turntable. I hadn’t noticed this until after I read that review and I thought maybe they are or maybe it was the power of suggestion. I timed about a half dozen songs on different records and sure enough, the songs are running a few seconds longer than they should. The turntable is running a bit slower than 33 1/3 rpm, but I’m not sure it makes much difference to casual listening.
The strength of this music system really is its versatility. Besides playing records or Bluetooth streaming music to it from another device, it can be used as a soundbar for a TV with an optical connection or it can stream records being played to a separate Bluetooth speaker.
As others have noted this music system has a pretty hefty price tag. If you’re just going to listen to records you can get as good a sound from a decent turntable and a decent 2.1 speaker system for less. On the other hand, if besides playing records you’re going to stream music to it and use it for a TV soundbar then it’s worth it. But, don’t get the V1 turntable without also getting the matching sub-woofer. It makes all the difference.
Mateo –
I consider myself a hobbyist when it comes to vinyl. I am in no way an audiophile nor do I hold any barrier for entry on how someone else might want to enjoy records. There are different turntables for almost every kind of listener out there. Yet this particular turntable I found to be subpar in the areas and type of record player it’s trying to be.
As a sort of All-in-one type player this turntable leaves a lot to be desired. While the player itself looks amazing. It has sort of a retro-esque look with yet a modern type feel, it goes for more style than function. As you can see in the pictures the glossy finish will show fingerprints easily and the dust cover has an open design that will let in dust an either end of the tonearm. And you probably can’t leave a record on the turntable with the dust cover on, lest you risk scratching your vinyl. It’s surprisingly lighter than I thought. It feels just as light as a suitcase type record player. This makes it easier to move around but more prone to skips at the slightest of bumps.
As far as audio quality it was very hit or miss, with more misses than hits. The front facing built in speakers and subwoofer want to be a replacement for and/or work as a soundbar for your theater and TV viewing but it’s not up to the task. The speaker’s ability to isolate ranges is almost nonexistent. Highs and lows are muddled and the subwoofer seems to not fire unless the audio is in the very low range. The subwoofer sounds almost like someone is driving in a car with a nice audio system and powerful subwoofer but you are on the sidewalk only able to hear the very low ends as they drive by. Unless the audio has a constant low driving sound. It’s not an enjoyable experience. Tracks like Inhaler by Hooverphonic and other synthy-type music sound pretty good at high volumes. But once you change moods to Norah Jones or mellow music, or almost any other genre, that’s when it runs into issues. I experimented with speaker placement to minimal results.
Most vocals were sounding a bit low telling me it was spinning a bit slower than 33rpm. But being a belt driven system the band needs some time to properly break in.
Considering the class or range this turntable is priced at, I was left disappointed. I don’t see myself using this replacing my Audio Technica LP120 any time soon. And while you can synch other bluetooth speakers to it, that just defeats the purpose and lessens what this turntable is trying to be, which is a higher end but easy entry type record player.
NJRY –
The name Victrola is synonymous with quality turntables, and the company’s latest offering is no different. With the Premiere V1 system, Victrola showcases its reliable sound with some sensible features that create a signature, standout item in any entertainment room.
With a sleek, smooth design colored in black and espresso, the Premiere V1 has the look of a classic record player but with a minimal aesthetic. The turntable comes packaged with instructions, a fairly robust wireless subwoofer, remote, and a cover for when the device is not in use and to protect it from dust and dirt. I would prefer the cover to be attached to the record player though, as it is somewhat cumbersome constantly finding a place to put the cover when using the turntable.
Victrola has the record player queued up and ready, with the turntable arm precisely calibrated for use right out of the box. If you need to reconfigure it, however, the instructions provide detailed steps to do so, though I did find them to be somewhat confusing. Try not to mess around too much with the preset calibration, and you’ll be good to go!
The remote has three buttons: Volume Up, Volume Down, and a Power/Menu button that does everything you need it to do. Holding the button powers it on, and clicking it toggles through the several listening modes, including Vinyl, Vinyl Streaming (which allows you to listen to records wirelessly through Bluetooth headsets or external speakers), Bluetooth, and TV (which basically turns the speaker into the a TV soundbar). The different modes all function flawlessly, with Bluetooth pairing connecting quickly and sounding great. Connecting my mobile phone to the device was a snap, and listening to music through the Premiere V1 speakers was a treat. But the real star of this is the vinyl player. My records sounded so crisp, with low basses booming from the subwoofer and crystal clear sounds that did not distort even at high volumes. The room would shake when pushed to high levels, but the sound coming from the Premiere V1 was amazing. For those with 45’s, the turntable comes with an adapter to easily play those discs (I did not have any at the time of testing).
I did experience some record skipping issues, as with most record players, whenever I would jostle the areas around the turntable. A higher massed table for it to sit on (I positioned it on a TV console) alleviated much of the issues, but this may present problems for some. Overall, the amazing sound quality trumps any other issues, so the Premiere V1 is a great option for those wishing to update their vinyl system.
Full disclosure, I received this product for my honest, unbiased review.
Danno –
It’s been about 15 years since my previous turntable broke, so I was extremely excited to get this setup. It was packed very well, but almost made me second guess what I was doing.
I really like how compact this unit is. My previous setup took up an entire corner of the room. This can be placed anywhere. It’s super light weight and does the job. I was able to set this up downstairs and impress the wife. After, I made the call to keep it in my office (upstairs) next to my cigar box. I can sense there’ll be quite a bit of opportunities to throw a record on, sit back and have a stogie.
My wife and I loved listening to our old record player. After testing this out, I’d say this is good for those that are experienced audiophiles, but not seasoned. Catch my drift? Don’t make this your entry purchase and don’t make this your top tier I’m going to run to the store and buy.
Back to the review. Honestly, I’m a bit disappointed with the sound quality at this price. It’s not super impressive and I’ve had worse, but still. It should perform a lot crisper for $500. I’ll put it through another test after cleaning some records, but I keep my collection in pristine condition. For those that want more than just vinyl, you have it! It’s an all-in-one turntable so it has extra features like: blue tooth, remote controlled and a sub… but still. For $500 it should be near flawless.
I know the needle needs to go for a little before I pass final judgement and I don’t have the luxury of listening to vinyl all day. I wish, but I just don’t. I’d say after a few uses I’ll really see if the 33 rpm is true. At times the vocals seemed funky compared to the instruments. I’m chalking that up to user error, but time will tell. To those that don’t want to Google what 33 rpm or 45 rpm mean, just think record size. Large vs. small.
The instructions were fine, but can be tweaked a little for those that are first time vinyl users.
Btw – The first song I played was Carry on Wayward Son by Kansas. Felt it was a great one and worthy of the new turntable. At times the volume randomly increased, so again I’ll give this a few more tries before passing final judgment. I will state that Queen sounded stellar on it.
Overall:
It’s a toss-up. I’m right at the 50/50 of recommending this or not. For now, I’d say no. But maybe it’ll change the more I get use to this. There are certainly cheaper options out there that might perform better. I suggest explore and really see what you want out of a turntable. Read the reviews, check the pricing and go from there.
TheTruthRealDeal –
The Victrola – Premiere V1 Turntable Music System – Expresso takes me on a trip back in time allowing me to once again hear the artist I grew up with sing songs without the metal music sound of digital frequencies. The Victrola – Premiere V1 Turntable Music System – Expresso gives back to music what the digital technocrats took away from music, the great sound of clarity of singing and playing instruments. The sound is more realistic than digital music and even vibrates the soul better than digital sounding music. Even though the instructions startled me at first, because of the counter weight balancing of the arm, I was happy to read that all adjustments were already done and that the Victrola – Premiere V1 Turntable Music System – Expresso is a plug and play device. Once I plugged it in, it played great.
Chuck Finley –
The Victrola Premiere V1 Turntable is an interesting modern turntable system that includes a built-in speaker and a wireless powered subwoofer. You can even use it as a speaker system and connect to it wirelessly over bluetooth, or wired through optical or RCA cables. Unfortunately, while the Premiere V1 sounds good playing vinyl, it takes a nose dive in sound quality over bluetooth. Almost like getting poor FM reception. Which is a shame, because it’s a whole other animal playing vinyl. Listening to “Good Kid, m.A.A.d. City”, the bass lines on Backseat Freestyle thump with a strong presence. The highs are clean, but the vocals seem slightly repressed and gritty. Michael Jackson’s Thriller album was a similar experience. It’s not audiophile quality, but it sounds good and is a great fit for get-togethers and casual listening. It looks neat, gets loud, and genuinely thumps. I do wish there were an EQ or at least some way to tune the audio, but at least the subwoofer has an adjustable crossover and level control. On that note, I can’t imagine listening to this system without the sub. It really fills out the sound and gives it a party vibe.
Thankfully, setup is a breeze as they’ve already calibrated and paired everything from the factory. All you have to do is mount the platter, set the belt, remove the cartridge cover, and you’re pretty much good to go. Playing vinyl is a simple matter of setting the needle on the LP yourself, no motorized arm or play/stop button. The turntable starts and stops automatically depending on where the arm is positioned. There isn’t much in the way of controls, just a dial for volume with a button in the center to turn it on/off and change input modes. The remote is the same deal with just 3 buttons: on/off/mode, volume up, volume down. There isn’t a display to tell you what mode you’re in, but a voice announces what you’re currently in when you cycle through them. Overall, I really like the Premiere V1 as a turntable for casual listening and get-togethers. I like how it thumps, but don’t expect audiophile quality. And while the optical and line-in inputs might sound alright, the bluetooth streaming was a big miss.
JTurn –
The V1 is a surprisingly good vinyl player, with unmatched convenience but also with pretty good sound quality. The included speakers are more than adequate for anyone not looking for audiophile grade sound and the flexibility of having a pre-amp output means this can be used in virtually any scenario.
Setup was quite easy. The V1 was well packaged and well protected (the foam packaging materials and fabric static bags are a pretty nice step up from what you usually see), and the only real setup task is to attach the platter. This was slightly confusing at first; you remove the slip mat and pull on the tape, which is connected to the band, which you then stretch over the motor arm. After that, you power everything on and you’re ready to start listening. The included sub was connected right away and required no annoying pairing. Next, you adjust the counter weight and anti skid functions to get the proper needle pressure. Everything here is quite simple. The one adjustment feature I wish this had was height-adjustable feet. You’re completely at the mercy of whatever surface you place the player on. This was a slight issue at first; my first surface was ever so slightly off and caused a noticeable impact on sound as the needle rode the groove against the sidewall. Once rectified, everything worked well.
Sound quality with the V1 is honestly better than expected for me. The onboard speakers are fine and the subwoofer is tunable. This is a great feature, and allows you to adjust not only the volume but also the crossover frequency. This allows you to hone in on the frequency at which the sub takes over, and accommodates a wide range of sound tastes. Overall, the system isn’t mind blowing, but it’s very adequate and insanely convenient. My main sound system is a Paradigm speaker setup which sounds amazing with music content, along with a Pro-Ject Essential II vinyl player. This setup produces a pretty neutral and mostly uncolored sound. The Victrola hooked up to this system honestly sounds great. Again, it’s better than my expectations given the price point of the player (when considering it comes with its own sound system). The sound is colored more than the Pro-Ject player, but not in a bad way. Fidelity is quite good here, and everything I threw at it sounded mostly as expected.
Overall, this is a very good record player. My pre-conceived notion of Victrola players was that they’re budget players aimed at those who value convenience and affordability above sound quality. With the V1, Victrola has nailed all aspects of this paradigm; it has an insane convenience factor, it’s priced competitively, and it also produces some quite good sound (both onboard and when hooked up to an external sound system). This price bracket is filled with some strong competition, but the V1 is certainly worthy of your consideration.
Section8ght –
So, Victrola tried to hit the mark with this one, but went a little left and missed the spot.
It is a great all in 1, modern turntable, that gets the job done in many areas from that classic vinyl play, an added Bluetooth stream from vinyl, Bluetooth from other devices (i.e… mobile device, laptop, mp3 player), Bluetooth to other speakers, and a soundbar mode with included cable. It has a classic look with modern touch and a reasonably sized footprint. With the included wireless subwoofer, it is a complete package and overall, well built.
Out of the box it is quite easy to get started. It really is as simple as unpackaging removing all the foam inserts, placing the turntable band and vibration plate, plugging in, powering up, adjusting the volume and frequency knobs on the subwoofer, and you are off to listening to your vinyl collection. The sound is pretty good and has that classic sound when used with only the built-in speakers but is not full without the wireless subwoofer. I do play some LPs without the subwoofer when I want that classic sound and more relaxing vibe.
Now the features included or not with this turntable is where things do a get little off. The first glaring thing that I thought I was going to like but ended up being extremely disappointed in is the “dust cover”. The hard plastic removable dust cover is quite burdensome and does not do a great job protecting from dust or even doubling as a record stand as advertised in the promotion video. When removed, you can stand it on its side and use as a stand for your record, but it does don’t hold many and doesn’t provide enough stability for well used or heavy record covers. Then there’s the fact that you must find a safe place to position it. Wish Victrola sticked with the classic clear enclosed attached dust cover. The next thing is the volume knob. While it is a beautifully LED lit ring knob, there is no volume indicator. Not a huge turn off, but what is, is the loud function announcer when the function is changed an apparently there is not a way to adjust that. One thing I do wish was included in the features is with the tone arm. On my old turntable, when the album was finished the playing, the tone arm would automatically lift and reset towards the resting place. This tone arm just stays down on the vinyl and stops spinning the turntable. Overall, this a great addition to play and continue a record collection.
The multi-function modes available are good to add a different flare. The vinyl stream mode left me a little disappointed. I paired the turntable with my soundbar and then tried with my Bose wireless speaker. The volume was very low and not satisfying at all. It did pair automatically without issue, but the sound just was meh. I love being able to pair my laptop or cellphone and play a playlist without pulling out the vinyl when I want a quick jam session. I didn’t try the soundbar mode for obvious reasons…
I would love to give a 5-star rating, but I can’t get past the dust cover and tone arm deficiencies at this price point. The sound playback and function ability do get 5 stars.
Claggtastic –
Right out of the box. I love this thing. Pretty good speakers up front. Not sound bar speakers but forward facing speakers. That makes a difference on a lot of different TVs, so I love that. That’s an option. Now to the record player itself. Amazing quality, great sound Bluetooth, paired up fast and easy. Like a lot of other people. I do see that the cover doesn’t cover much. However, that’s easily overcome. I just have a big microfiber cloth that I put over it just like the ones I put over my vinyl collection. Amazing product killer sound, easy to connect. Simple right out of the box.
pMurphy –
I am so excited to finally have a turntable again. It has been years since i have had one and I am so excited to use my vinyls again. Oh, and my kids are super curious but now well informed about vinyls and turntables.
To start off with, lets talk about the included dust cover. I was a little surprised that it was a separate piece that you cannot use while playing records. It is only to be used when the unit is not being used. It is not the best as it sill leaves space for dust to collect over time. Maybe I am still old fashioned with regards to this but I do like the traditional swing top dust covers that you could lower even when the unit was in use. Also what do you do with the piece when using the unit? Not the best design in my humble opinion. It may be a small issue but one worth noting.
You do get the ability to plug in an aux cable and you can connect a bluetooth device. So you have multiple input options which is nice. Setup and connection of devices was easy and straightforward The unit also comes with a wireless subwoofer in addition to the built in speakers in the unit. So you can use this as a stand along sound system or just rock to your vinyl. You can listen via your bluetooth headphones so you can enjoy your music (or other connected device) without disturbing those around you. Hello, our new born baby is sleeping so I need the headphones.
So how does it sound you are asking? For the price to be honest it could be better. It is pretty good, and i will enjoy it for as long as I own it, but maybe if it also has some EQ built in I could get the sound to my liking. It is not going to replace my TV soundbar but I do enjoy being able to finally play my vinyl collection again. Hello Simon and Garfunkel.
cinsteadofak –
I have not owned a record player in years, but always loved the sound of vinyl. I recently acquired some classic rock records and purchased a new record to test this unit.
Since Victrola already paired the wireless subwoofer, the setup was straight forward. However, I failed to notice Victrola also already balanced the arm, so I had to readjust the weight using the included instructions.
I liked how many ways you can use this unit. You can use the speakers as a sound system for your television wirelessly or by various cords (included rca/optical cable), you can stream music from your phone, you can connect the unit to Bluetooth headphones, or connect a pair of headphones directly to the unit.
Sound
I felt the bass was great thanks to the subwoofer. Both the lows and mids were clean and clear, but I noticed the highs were not. I also noticed that the records would skip easily if you did not tip-toe around the unit while it was playing. I was disappointed that there was not some kind of damper to prevent these types of events.
Connectivity
I had no issues with the subwoofer or connecting the unit to my phone or other Bluetooth devices. However, I had a difficult time connecting a pair of Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT headphones. It took a few frustrating attempts, but I was able to get it to pair.
Pros
Easy to set-up
Great sounding subwoofer
Many options for connectivity
Cons
Not good sounding highs
Skips easily
Needle cannot be replaced (replace whole cartridge)
Victrola has placed a lot of thought on how to keep vinyl in style despite the advancement in technology. I think this is a great midlevel unit, but there are better units out there for the money. I would have a hard time recommending the unit as a whole without fixing the issues I had with the turntable. However, I would highly recommend the sound system as the speakers sounded great.
yogabear –
A modern blast from the past. Initially I was hesitant – I mean what am I doing buying something that looks like the record player they used in my second grade classroom. But, there is more… the sub woofer – well that’s different ….. So lets move on. I have many blue tooth stand alone speakers that I don’t think twice about listening to my favorite music and gads it has been a while since I have enjoyed my vinyl. So upon opening the box quality is evident. After picking up the main unit I walked it to the next room for testing, as I turned the corners the table actually stayed in position effectively showing me how low friction the bearings are in the unit.
Super easy to set up with in and outputs that will allow you to make this your centerpiece. My only criticism is that to change between functions you need to cycle through them one by one either with the remote or the single control on the front. I really wish it was faster to change from a record to blue tooth input but for me this is not a deal breaker.
The sound quality is really exceptional. I did need to play a little with the crossover and volume for the subwoofer but once adjusted the experience is very satisfying.
ZMiller –
I started getting a collection of vinyls nearly two years ago and have an existing player, but was looking for something that I can place in another room at the opposite end of the house to play vinyls without needing to move the player or head over when the vinyl needs to be flipped or swapped.
A Vinyl Player with a built in system was more ideal since it was a smaller space and didn’t want to take up too much room. The Victola Premiere V1 is a beautiful Music System, with built in speakers and a subwoofer that attaches wirelessly, you simply need to plug both into power. Included with the player is a cover for the turntable and arm, when not in use, plus a remote and a few accessories.
The player can be used for vinyls, bluetooth or you can attach an optical audio cable to passthrough audio that way. It’s a great player with multi-purpose for those with limited space. Setting up the player itself is fairly straight forward and comes with a handy guide to assist you with adjusting the counter weight and anti-skating adjustments. Next to the inputs, on the back of the player itself, there is a switch for the record RPMs which supports 33 (33 1/3) or 45 RPM. The back side of the Sub has a couple inputs plus two knobs to adjust Volume and Crossover.
When lifted the player automatically starts to spin the record, once set up there isn’t much you need to toggle outside of the RPMs. Bluetooth is a nice feature, since you can use your record player for streaming any audio you may want while using a phone or tablet.
My one gripe would just be the sound itself, the subwoofer is definitely solid and has a good boom, but the actual audio of the player feels lacking when I have it louder. It doesn’t sound unclear, but it does leave you feeling the desire for more. I have this in a smaller room where I listen to music while working on projects so I typically keep it low. The elegance of this player and the functionality is great!
If you are looking for a record player that can serve multiple functions, then this is a wonderful option that has a great presence. If you are solely looking for a record player, I’m not sure this would be the product I would suggest, it feels like it needs to tick a few boxes for me to suggest this to someone.
tripplesix –
I would honestly go with a 2.5 stars (just half). I am not impressed with this turntable. It is the size of a turntable. And then it has an additional subwoofer, that for some reason points downward (it’s on the bottom). But it does sit on little feet. And then there is a cover, that is not connected to it; so if you want to remove the cover to play your record albums, you have to sit the cover somewhere And then there are some cables and a remote. That is what this comes with.
Looks-wise, it’s okay. If you like the retro-ish look, then this is it.
The turntable has a speaker in the front also. Along with a big power button/knob. It circles a LED light when it is on. The knob has 3 settings. When you first turn it on, it starts with turntable. Then if you push it a second time, another setting; and then a third time, the third setting… of use. You know what setting you are on because a female voice tells you. When you first turn it on, she will say, “turntable.” The back of the turntable has other settings (such as 45/33) and ports to plug in cables. Of course the top, is what it is… the turntable. You have to put the plate on and also grab the band and attach it in place. All very easy. The sound that comes out of it is not worth the price… period.
The subwoofer, like I said, pushes out base underneath the sub. I don’t understand that. It does not have much power. There are 2 knobs on the back, one of them volume. I had to turn it up a lot just to hear any base at all. The subwoofer wattage must be very minimal. Also the subwoofer plugs into an outlet. And the turntable plugs into the outlet. Follow the directions, to pair the subwoofer to the turntable and you’re good to go.
Bluetooth is included in this turntable (in fact this is how the sub connects to the turntable; but you can get your own wires and do some hardwire connections as well, such as to an audio receiver or something of those sorts). You can play other Bluetooth devices through it, although I don’t know why you would want to do that. But I guess if you see this as an all-in-one type device… then, ok.
But I don’t know why you would by a turntable for anything other than playing record albums. Get better speakers or other Bluetooth speakers for your other devices.
I don’t see how the price tag matches this product and I would not recommend.
Peace.
Tobias –
This item was received at no cost in exchange for a fair and honest review.
The Victrola Premier V1 strives to be too much, ultimately failing to live up to what it could be. Unfortunately, the V1 ends up being an expensive, subpar soundbar that happens to also play records.
Prior to receiving the V1 the only way to listen to my records was a cheap, suitcase-style player. Its main faults were its poor quality internal speakers and a thick needle that would constantly skip on any disc that predates the current vinyl fad. This made it virtually impossible to listen to anything in my collection that was produced prior to 2010. So, when my Victrola arrived I made sure to test a record that had horrible skipping issues on my old player, Make It Big by Wham! Not a single skip. In fact, the needle hasn’t skipped at all on any album I’ve sampled on the the V1.
Compared to the suitcase’s internal speakers, the Victrola’s are amazing. Although, compared to a decent set of powered bookshelf speakers, the Victrola is certainly lacking. Initially I thought the included subwoofer was silly, but it is necessary, and surprisingly powerful. Without the woofer, sound quality is thin and tinny. Your current sound system probably already has a subwoofer taking up considerable living space. Figuring out where to put a second one is something to consider. There is no equalizer or external phone app to make adjustments to the sound quality. So, while the player is decent as-is, plugging into external speakers (powered or through a receiver) will give a much more enjoyable experience.
*Victrola does offer a model (the T1) that has less of the bells and whistles, though it was not offered up for review.
I mentioned above that the V1 isn’t sure what it wants to be. I say this because the player has a handful of features that most people will probably find unnecessary as they’ll have other equipment that performs those tasks better. Namely, the multiple input options. There is an Aux input, an optical input and Bluetooth input. Because my entry level soundbars produce better quality sound, I can’t think of a reason to use these options.
Luckily, there are also a couple of outputs; RCA terminal, headphones jack and what they call “vinyl stream,” which is just Bluetooth. The two wired options sound great, but Vinyl Stream wasn’t very impressive.
I first tried headphones and was pleased with the quality, though I felt that dust crackle was very noticeable with this method of listening. Also, the jack to plug in the headphones felt of poor quality. It took more pressure than I felt necessary and kind of went in on an angle, which made me worried Iwas going to break it. Also, the jack is on the back of the machine, making it difficult to access.
Next, I connected a speaker to the RCA output. Of the three outputs, and including the internal speakers, this method produced the best sound. My only gripe about this was that the volume knob controls this output, meaning that the volume must be turned up in some capacity to send a signal to an external speaker or sound system. Unfortunately, the internal speakers aren’t switched off when using the RCA port. A workaround for this is to connect the speakers via the headphone jack. I felt this method didn’t sound as good, but the difference was negligible.
Lastly, I tried Vinyl Stream with my Galaxy Pro ear buds. This method of listening leaves some things to be desired. You need to stay relatively close to the turntable to keep a solid connection, and even then the audio quality isn’t very good and the signal is choppy.
The V1 has two more issues to consider. One is the dust cover. It is not made to fit over the entirety of the turntable (though there is room for a cover to do so) but instead it sits right on the platter and rounds up and over the arm. So, it is impossible to put the cover down while spinning a record. More frustrating is that you now have to figure out where to set this big, oddly shaped cover. The other issue, of which I find more bothersome, is the volume of the machine’s “voice.” When you turn the player on or switch functions the machine will tell you which function you are on. Loudly. There is no way to turn this feature down or off and it is off-putting.
Pros:
– quality mechanical pieces, such as the tone arm and really all the moving pieces
– included (and needed) subwoofer
– remote – sure, it only controls volume and switches functions, but it’s nice to be able to do those things without having to stand up!
– versatility
Cons:
– startlingly loud (and uncontrollable) function indicator voice
– odd dust cover (aren’t they supposed to keep dust out WHILE the record is playing?)
– headphone jack on the back (cord drags across record/knocks tone arm)
– input/output jacks feel flimsy
– price – cost outweighs versatility
TechReviews –
Throwback to simpler times,… before the convenience of having thousands of MP3s on our phones, and randomly shuffling thru the hits, and fragmented time multi-tasking with just half or less emphasis on each, there was a time where it felt much easier to focus on the music, find hidden favorite deep cuts that didn’t make the radio, open the liner notes and follow along the lyrics in the song by song order the artist intended. Vinyl has a certain romanticism with warm tones, to sit back and relax and let the music carry us away, dare I say near spiritually.
It’s been a very long time since I felt that I’d transitioned from a dedicated 2-channel audio system to multi-channel surround sound. I’ve owned a lot of very high-end gear over the previous few decades, and fortunately held onto most of my vinyl albums. The only ones that have survived unscathed where those bought into my (relative 😉 maturity, those of my youth (The Monkeys, Kiss Alive II, Ted Nugent, Journey, Saturday Night Fever) are scratched to hell, so I didn’t expect any turntable to play them cleanly (and I was right). Fortunately several have survived nicely.
Back in the 70s and 80s there was so much snake oil in the audiophile marketplace, with dealers trying to push a $1500 turntable and add a $2,000 cartridge plus stylus. I’m very glad to see the market adjust itself in favor or rational practicality. I’m not saying the crazy expensive stuff from boutique manufacturers isn’t better,… it is, but it doesn’t necessarily have to be 5x – 10x as expensive as a dedicated system.
Fast-forward to 2022 and Victola has brought the mostly long-forgotten love of vinyl LP records to the 21st century. I’m proud to see modern day features added that makes this a complete system, and far more versatile than a simple sound bar to connect to your TV and bluetooth steam audio to it.
Features
+ includes everything you need
+ stereo speakers
+ wireless subwoofer
+ anti-vibration turntable
+ movable magnetic cartridge
+ usable as a TV Soundbar (via optical cable)
+ remote control (invented after our retro systems)
+ bluetooth vinyl streaming to any BT compatible device
Pros
+ Compact
+ Retro nostalgia
+ much simpler setup than ded sys
+ includes everything you need, turntable,
+ introduce new listeners to the beauty of vinyl
Cons
-audio quality could be better
-limited upgradeability
-thin mid-bass, mids, and highs
-optical only TV input (no HDMI)
Conclusion
I find this product super interesting. I went to give my daughter my old record player a year ago, so I did. To my chagrin she’d not kept track of the Onkyo receiver I bought her for her graduation, with speakers left back at her moms house.
She expected it to be a standalone system. Considering the fact that many millennials have not been properly exposed to the love and romanticism of vinyl before, this is an excellent starter to the hobby, which may lead some to a deeper love of music and into higher-end audio.
Recommend: Buy
David –
This is a strange mix of a classic turntable trying to be a modern day all-in-one type entertainment device. With built in stereo speakers, a wireless subwoofer and the ability to input with optical, aux or Bluetooth. All it needs now is the ability to work directly with some assistants and it would fit right in with some of the other multipurpose devices. It already has a voice for menu selection. But, how does the saying go, something like jack of all trades, but master of none?
This turntable system is neat if you don’t have any other sound system to use for audio. But, I feel it falls short in meeting expectations. If you don’t have the subwoofer up and tuned to your liking, audio from the built in speakers sounds really weak and hollow. They also start to give out at max volume. But, depending on your house, if you have the subwoofer up to high, expect nothing but skipping from the record. The slightest step past this turntable on our old wooden floors and you are jumping all around the track. But, their “anti-vibration” system does seem to keep the internal speakers from causing the skips.
The features of this system have Vinyl, for playing the records through the system, Vinyl Stream which is supposed to allow you to play the record to a different wireless speaker, Bluetooth which allows you to use the speakers of this system from something like your phone, and “TV” optical or auxiliary port input. The only thing I could never get to work is the Vinyl Stream, no matter what brand speaker I tried to use. The troubleshooting they provide is simply power off/on and try again. Trying to use this as a TV soundbar is the only reason I can imagine they made this minimalistic dust cover that really isn’t much of a cover. More like a strange piece of plastic that you now have to sit somewhere else when in use. Another really strange design choice is the battery cover of the simplistic remote that is nearly impossible to open when there aren’t batteries already inside.
There is some assembly required, but not as much as the directions show because some parts are already set and it has stickers in place to explain this. I guess all the other directions are in case they weren’t set?
Overall, I feel like this system has good intentions to be more than just a record player in the modern world of technology. But, it just doesn’t quite fit in. If the vinyl stream feature worked, it might be a little better as I could use my actual sound bar away from the source to prevent any bass skip, but I gave up after 4 different brands.
mook –
I grew up listening to records. Had the opportunity to use many different record players. I haven’t owned a record player in quite some time. This is a nice little all in one system that brings vinyl into the present time with many modern perks, but in my opinion falls short in many ways.
First off, I’ve been contemplating getting a record player for quite some time now . My plan was to get an older but functioning player, with some decent speakers, and possibly a receiver. I have been holding off due to the cost, and the uncertainty of not knowing just how long the old equipment will last. Those original pieces of equipment are as old as me, and I’m starting to fall apart, so it stands to reason that they will be also. From shopping around, I expected to pay a few hundred dollars if not more for the equipment alone. The Premiere V1 music system from Victrola presented me with an opportunity to get pretty much everything I was looking for to enjoy my vinyl records, but with brand new equipment, and as I mentioned above, modern creature comforts. I could also attain what I was looking for, at only a slightly cost than I intended to spend.
In many ways I’m happy with my decision, but then again I know what the record experience CAN be, therefore ultimately, I’d rather spend the money on the authentic experience.
PROS:
+aesthetically pleasing, from the woodgrain, down to the stylish dust cover, this system just pops
+multiple operations and functions make it a versatile system
+comes with everything needed to start enjoying your albums
+bluetooth capability and remote control, two options very much appreciated when playing records
CONS:
-every operation has to be changed by the remote, or pressing the button on the player itself
-the voice saying the names of the functions is obnoxiously loud. If you’re in an apartment with thin walls, or you live with family members or roommates that go to bed early, stick with your phone or another device to listen to music. Hard to fathom that there is no volume control for the AI voice.
-instructions for setting up the bluetooth connection from the V1 player to the S1 subwoofer were not accurate. For the longest time, neither myself, nor anyone in my family, could get it connected via bluetooth (or so we thought). Long story short, there is a mode button on the back of both the turntable and sub for pairing. The procedure is laid out clear enough, but not accurate.
-you have to be present when enjoying the record due to the fact there is no return to home function. Every single vinyl player I’ve ever owned, has had the return to home function. Once the needle hits the label in the middle, the needle pops up and returns to the saddle, which stops the record player from rotating. This player just keeps spinning the needle on the label. What a huge disappointment. I was in shock and disbelief at what I was seeing. How could they miss on that?
-audio quality, the reason we all come back to vinyl is the audio quality, and that vinyl experience. With this player, it’s just not even close to how I remember.
All in all, it’s worth it to go to a thrift store, or record store and get the older proven, tried and true record players. Purchase a receiver, and some good standalone speakers with woofers, mids, and tweets. The cost is going to be less than this setup and you’ll get more enjoyment out of it, especially if you’re an audiophile, or old-timer like me, and you KNOW what a vinyl experience should sound like.
StephanieM –
I was amazed by the sounds of this record player. I did not think it would be that good. Pleasantly surprised. I didn’t like the fact that you have to basically tune it yourself. I’m a novice when it comes to record players Still haven’t figured that part out. . Would recommend.
ROOT –
Amazing Christmas present for the family. Easy set-up, basically Plug and play. Enjoy the Bluetooth function to steam off apple music or Spotify, or the homie’s Soundcloud page. Excited to purchase my records and enjoy our front living space. It looks amazing on top of our matching cabinet.
AaronSt –
Do not buy this. The player skips constantly and the sound is distorted. I had Victrola send me a second machine because they determined the first one was broken and the problems persist on both machines. Clearly an issue outside of just me as since I’ve purchased, the wholesale price has gone down by 50%. Go elsewhere for a high end record player system.
Rick –
I want to say that it is great but it’s too soon since I’ve only had it a few weeks. I had to return the first one due to the record player having issues. The subwoofer is iffy because you need to turn it up almost to full power to hear it. We love the ease of how it works and sounds okay but I was expecting more
AlexR –
Top notch sound easy set up love the built-in speaker