Sony does vinyl via aptX

Sony has released a second turntable to follow the 2017 Sound+Image award-winning HX500, and this new one adds an aptX-capable Bluetooth transmitter. That means those who lack a traditional hi-fi system can listen to their vinyl on any wireless speaker, Bluetooth-equipped soundbar, or indeed direct to wireless headphones. But it does, we should add, also offer both phono-level and line-level output, in addition to a USB-B computer connection which allows you to digitally record your black discs.

It’s a good-looking deck, with straight aluminium arm and what appears to be a basic audio-technica cartridge, though the headshell is unremovable, so upgrade options will be limited. But then despite all the connectivity, Sony has managed to price the PS-LX310BT at a remarkable $299. We’ll have a review of this turntable next issue; meanwhile more information is available from www.sony.com.au