Turntable Review & Unboxing - RetroLife Record Player SY101

[@bassbites2204]

Congratulations man....good review....its your way of presentation that people like me appreciate. I think there are many people with huge music collection but they got no public following, you have a great way of presenting the stuff and the way you express those. You are a great orator my friend. Keep the good job up. Cheers from India 👍🏼👍🏼

[@BrendonSnyder]

Thank you! I’m glad you’re enjoying the presentation of the items/information. I have to give credit to my professional job as an architect for helping me present so well.

[@isabellamarino]

It’s looks and sounds great, Brendon! The wood fits in with your new house perfectly! And Noodle was waiting for the boxes! 🐾 Enjoy! 👏🏻

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yeah he had no interest in the player but was really happy that more boxes and packaging arrived for him to play with. I later found him hiding under all the plastic air bags used in the bigger shipping box. He was a very happy cat.

[@TheMike28212]

What a beautiful turntable! Congrats 🤘

[@BrendonSnyder]

Thanks Mike!

[@mrrandy1]

great classic album Brendon, love the Fixx.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Can’t beat The Fixx!

[@GodivaGamer]

It’s a beautiful player. Thank you for sharing, Brendon. x

[@BrendonSnyder]

You’re welcome Leah!

[@georgemusic4all4seasons]

Very nice turntable and great review, congrats on you new place, enjoy.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Thank you!

[@engineeredlifeform]

Hey, no 'Sticker Shock' that's a very reasonably priced setup! I still have a turntable in my home office. It gets used rarely, but it really does bring back memories. There's something about the ritual of pulling a record out of it's sleeve and putting it on the deck. Plus I miss the artwork, the lyrics being on the dust liner, and of course, the joy that was a gatefold.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yeah it’s a lot of bang for your buck. I’ve got some good memories too from my first experiences with vinyl growing up.

[@thomaswery3087]

Nice review Brendon.Looks like very good quality and exellent sound.Enjoy

[@BrendonSnyder]

Thank you Thomas!

[@EddieJazzFan]

Great review. Also I like the yellow/khaki colored walls in you new place!

[@BrendonSnyder]

Thanks Eddie, it came that way. And it’s been growing on me too.

[@davej.meister5421]

Impressive demonstration, Brendon. Reminds me of the very first time I listened to Side 4 of Genesis "Three Sides Live" on my turntable (which is made by Jensen, not RetroLife, and mine did not come with speakers, either.) Sounds like you got a good deal with this turntable. Glad you're satisfied by the sound quality. Looks like the kind of turntable a radio station would use to play vinyl. I know this because I used to be a college radio DJ nearly three decades ago.

[@BrendonSnyder]

As a basic model is very good IMO.

[@johndelaurentis9294]

Good review. I still have my turntable - Technics Direct Drive - hooked up to my stereo component system.

[@BrendonSnyder]

That’s the beauty of a turntable, they hold up for a really long time unlike CD players which have more moving parts that can go wrong.

[@topographic1973ify]

I still have my Pioneer system, most of which was purchased in 1983. I added a Pioneer CD player/burner in the 90's. I had an ION turntable which attached to my computer for several years but i was never satisfied with the sound quality although I did record some albums to the hard drive and burned discs off those files. The turntable died on me though and I've never replaced it. The Pioneer turntable still works fine although I did have to replace the belt.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I love the Pioneer systems. I’ve had a number of their products over the years and have always been impressed.

[@catherine6653]

How amazing the company sent you a record player. Your channel is growing in success. I know you like CDs, but there are some great releases on Record Store Day. Many of the RSD records, only a limited number are pressed. I bought the Peter Gabriel Live Blood. It has some additional songs that are not on the 2011 CD. Only 5000 were pressed for RSD. I know it's getting harder to find CDS that you don't already have. This might be a great way to add some unique material to your collection. Plus it's another way to support independent record shops.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yeah I was pretty excited to get the player as well. I do buy vinyl in general and especially on RSD when things are rare and only being pressed on vinyl. There is a lot of unique music only on vinyl and now I can enjoy it more.

[@rusrus555]

Congratulations, Brendon! Cool turntable!:-)

[@BrendonSnyder]

Thank you!

[@purpletemple1]

Great! I'm also thinkin' about getting one of those all-in-one turntables for my ground floor (I have one upstairs hooked to an amplifier), something easy to move and use but I'm really worried about the sound and also if it's going to skip and jump a lot... What's cool is that you can generally hook those turntables to blubooth and boost the sound if needed... Enjoy! Cheers.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yeah the Bluetooth component was a nice touch. Like you I want a record player or stereo in every room but since this also have Bluetooth I can stream with it too making it even more.

[@davideckert2889]

Great review I’m shopping for a new turntable giving in to the lp craze. Like you I’ve preferred cds since they came out.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’ll always be a CD person but there is still a lot of vinyl that isn’t on CD so I collect it and enjoy it.

[@MartyMurray]

That certainly is a nice little system for the money. I figured that the speakers had to be Bluetooth and self-powered. I have a Rega turntable, also belt drive, which i run through an old 1985 Realistic receiver and two pairs of speakers, one JVC and one Philips. The nice thing about the wireless speakers is that you can place them wherever you want. With my turntable, if you want to change the speed from 45 rpm to 33, you have to actually take off the platter and move the belt physically to another spot on the little spindle. I don't often play 45's, so that's not really much of an issue.

[@BrendonSnyder]

No these are wired speakers. I’m not a fan of Bluetooth speakers. But the position of the speakers was just for the video. This is not where the player will live.

[@Fradom]

Nice table - looks similar to the U-Turn Audio Orbit, which is another great product for the price.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’ll check them out.

[@joaquinjulianagtarap726]

I think you mean shuttered, not shattered 😉 Shuttered Room is my favorite Fixx album. Cameras In Paris is my favorite Fixx song. I wish they'd do a reissue. Unfortunately, my CD from 30 years ago no longer plays. And second hand prices are through the roof.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Oh yes..slip of the tongue!

[@glennonline]

Interesting video, I recently got a Bluetooth Audio Technica turntable where I can just play it through my Bose wifi speaker. Don’t need those speakers with the system. Also don’t have that lifting arm, mine is fully automatic.

[@theflipside-vinylcommunity]

Congrats man enjoy

[@BrendonSnyder]

I need more vinyl now!

[@carlnoonan1861]

What a great album to use for testing the new system. 'Stand Or Fall' is an absolute classic track. As far as the set up goes, I assume this is not the permanent place you're going to leave it ? Just in case you're not aware (apologies if you are as I don't want to teach you to suck eggs) but you will get a much better sound if you place the speakers further apart. Also, as they are very close to the turntable, when you crank up the volume the vibrations will affect the sound.

[@BrendonSnyder]

No this was just for filming.

[@carlnoonan1861]

@@BrendonSnyder hope I didn't offend you? It's amazing how many people spend tons of money on their record collections but don't get the best out of their systems due to their speaker placement.

[@stevenuttley]

Looks good for the money. I presume these are active speakers since the system has no amp?

[@BrendonSnyder]

Speakers are wired, no amp. But it still sounds great!

[@TomDcanada]

Nice presentation Brendon . Turntable looks like an okay entry level for people just starting to get into vinyl . You might want to move your speakers away from the turntable and on a separate surface to avoid vibrations traveling through the tone arm . Now that you made a video for them , I guess SeeYing is believing 😂

[@BrendonSnyder]

This is not the permanent spot for the record player. It was only positioned here and in this way for the video. That said, I’m just not concerned with those things. That’s getting into a whole other level that’s for audiophiles.

[@landonpraught9170]

Very cool video Brandon

[@BrendonSnyder]

Thanks Landon!

[@BaileySullivan-gt9mk]

Me again with another question. I figured out my last issue. But The record player skips. No matter the record. Do I need a new needle? I made sure everything is level. Table it sits on and then the record player itself. I don’t know if maybe the needle got bent a little?

[@flood2157]

I think you deserve a better, more audiophile equipment.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Feel free to send it to me, I’d love to have it! 👍

[@flood2157]

You spend quite a lot of money on records most of which, I guess, listen to rather rarely. Buy eg. Fluance 85 or a Pro Ject debut or X1. Get the best from your records. By the way: What is your stereo equipment? I think you have never showed it.

[@bjrnsjohnsen1278]

@Flood 2 We have asked him before what system he has, but he never reponds to those questions. Maybe it’s a ghetto blaster with Xtra Bass! :)

[@BrendonSnyder]

Bjorn, I do my best to reply to everyone but with so many comments it’s not always possible since I post a new video everyday. That said, I don’t always reply to this question because I have filmed videos on it so the info is available, see link kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3m1nIidhb9qh5I

[@flood2157]

Brendon. I really feel disappointed. How is it that a person who loves music and spends a lot of money on cds and boxes has an average stereo? You lose half the information your cds want to give you. Similar situation is with Pete from Sea of Tranquility.

[@donsavignano4396]

Hey Brendon, to me it looks like it is a completely self contained unit..built-in amplifier etc. There is nothing wrong with that. It sounds pretty good. There are other brand names out there that are self contained such as croaley for example. Take care

[@BrendonSnyder]

No there is nothing wrong with it, in fact it’s quite nice.

[@ChipsPaklJulsn]

Hey I bought the turntable some days ago, work great but there is one thing which I dont like. When I listen to music and also when i turn on the turntable there is this scratching noise coming from the speakers. How can I fix that?

[@BrendonSnyder]

I haven’t had any issues with a scratchy sound coming from the speakers. Maybe you have a wire that’s not property connected in the back. If that doesn’t resolve it you should reach out to the company directly for assistance. I just do reviews.

[@victorsvorinich1595]

Id say go to Audio Connection for gear.

[@BrendonSnyder]

👍

[@Retrolife_Player_Official]

That's so cool!😍

[@BrendonSnyder]

Thanks, I’ve been enjoying it since setting it up!

[@aperson2081]

Hey Brendon! I just popped in here to ask you if you were aware of the 2nd Red Hot Chili Peppers studio album of 2022 that was just announced recently! think it's amazing how they already released "Unlimited Love" and now a second one, it's crazy

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yes I announced it a couple weeks back as part of Music News Roundup. You should tune in each week on Fridays.

[@aperson2081]

@@BrendonSnyder oh, I guess I didn't notice it, I thought I watched the video, I guess I didn't hear you say it, haha

[@oobs35]

Instructions are handy..

[@BrendonSnyder]

They sure are! 😂

[@hardwatermaster91]

I have a question, I have this exact same model and it doesn’t work right? When it’s playing it just stops out of no where, the record doesn’t matter it will just randomly stop after about 2 minutes of playing. This is brand new out of box so I’m a bit frustrated any help would be great

[@BaileySullivan-gt9mk]

Hello, I can’t get my speakers to play with a record. The Bluetooth aspect works through the speakers but the record isn’t playing. Any tips?

[@BrendonSnyder]

Hi Bailey, no I’m not sure why that would be happening. I’d recommend contacting technical support directly through the company. Hopefully they can help.

[@jaredl.8465]

Congrats on your new turntable! Will you be tying it into your main stereo system or keeping it separate (like it is now)?

[@BrendonSnyder]

Keeping it separate but will be relocating it to a new more permanent spot.

[@oldGnRrocks1]

why does this look like a rebrand of my pro-ject carbon debut? same body and same lid and same everything pretty much. but my body is a hard red plastic.

[@BrendonSnyder]

There is not too many new things that can be done with a turntable so I’m not surprised if designs come close to one another.

[@dimitriosmetalos]

Is the catridge upgradable?

[@BrendonSnyder]

It’s replaceable if that’s what you mean.

[@dimitriosmetalos]

@@BrendonSnyder no I mean is it taking a specific catridge only or can you upgrade with a diamond needle catridge i.e audiotechnica of a higher price;

[@deantaylor1512]

Oh dear you done it now …vinyl addition ahead I’m afraid…😂

[@BrendonSnyder]

Haha…already there! I’ve owned a turntable for the last 33 years.

[@SteveAuger2021]

Hey noodle wants to see too

[@BrendonSnyder]

Noodle enjoyed the box and packing materials after the video was over.

[@75Dragonlord]

I'm not a Fan of new Vinyl Players. My Lenco is 50 Years Old. Quality made in Switzerland

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’d love to have a classic unit like that too.

[@rosco8720]

Stick with your cd's, you know ziltch about turntables. Your counter weight explanation was hilarious

[@BrendonSnyder]

Never claimed to be an expert. I’m simply a music fan exploring a new product.

[@rosco8720]

@@BrendonSnyder didn't mean to hurt your feelings. I congratulate you for your effort. But not being a little more informative about the counter weight could in effect ruin many of your followers albums not to mention the stylus

[@Starman2112ofKings]

Wow dude you could of explained it and been nicer about it

[@jimmycampbell78]

Its your typical vinyl snob/know-it-all, I come across them all the time.

[@BrendonSnyder]

James, what would be nice is if you could simply explained the points of a counter weight so as to inform other Vinyl fans. I think we would all appreciate that.

[@dinkjs]

Do you do Yoga? You look like you would be comfortable in full Lotus?

[@BrendonSnyder]

No but I’m very comfortable sitting on the floor. I prefer it to furniture.

[@bobby666666]

Okay as a starter turntable for a teenager on their first system. Not something I would spend my money on. The review was quite basic. No mention of how it works and what it comprises off. Thankfully the company page tells me it is a Bluetooth Connection. There was no mention of what the cartridge is too. It is not very good policy to not provide instructions for setting it up either.

[@BrendonSnyder]

As is clear by your comment you didn’t watch the whole video.

[@bobby666666]

@@BrendonSnyder my bad. Apologies

[@EdHartjes]

awful company, the sound quality of the record player is horrible. Good luck trying to return it. they charge a 15% return fee and you pay shipping, thats if they even allow you to return it. There are much better options out there.