GPO BROOKLYN PORTABLE BOOMBOX / Unboxing & Full Review / Ghetto Blaster

[@keithfulkerson]

I can't believe more companies aren't making classic style boomboxes. It's such an iconic look.

[@ZiddersRooFurry]

It's a very niche market.

[@jeffking4176]

Keith Fulkerson Yes, niche market, but there are a few around. The problem is that most are junk. 📻🙂

[@peterregorsek1504]

Retro design is always tricky, many people like it, many not. If a company decide to produce a retro model, it is always targeted at a specific population. But majority of producers want a product that can be sympathic to majority of consumers, so they are going only to the future in terms of look.

[@carlosmaddox668]

How can you order a radio like that I want to buy one

[@Peter1Europe]

@@carlosmaddox668 Amazon 200£

[@TheDude2811]

I became my „Ghettoblaster“ today. I am so in Love with the Radio. Thank you so much for this splendid review

[@keithwhisman]

Sadly great designers worked for JVC back in the 1970s and 1980s and have long since retired if not died of old age. I'm looking for an old restored and upgraded JVC Ghetto Blaster. I saw this boombox on Amazon and it does look nice just not on the same scale as the old school JVC Boomboxes. I didn't look but it would be awesome if it has HD Radio considering its from GB I know HD is a big thing across the pond. I may have to settle for this radio not bad just not as great but It does look pleasing the more I look at it. You did a fantastic job with the unboxing and review. Keith from Phoenix, Arizona USA.

[@rondamon8004]

You explained very well what people exactly want to know about this boombox....I like the similarity to the real 80s box...Definitely a nostalgic reminder of a great music era...!!!

[@yubiletreal8397]

Thanks got mine today and is charging right now 😎

[@deycallmenobodi5043]

I got one a year ago here in America (no DAB lol, which is fine). LOVE IT!!! I have many friends that sell music digitally, on vinyl, as well as cassettes. It was a surprise gift because someone noticed I was purchasing cassettes but couldn't play them. I listen to my GPO everyday. Having updated capabilities is just golden.

[@romero-kyun2681]

I immediately recognized the enthusiasm of your voice at the beginning of the video! coming from your airsoft channel! great vid mike!

[@marcomesenti6989]

Thanks for your in-depth video bro,I've just purchased a used one & going to check out now! No Skool like Oldskool bro Thank you 🙌🏼🤜🏼💥🤛🏼🤘🏼

[@truthfinder4973]

now that how i recall a boombox when i was a teen!!!!!!! i keep seeing people calling small radio with cassette recorders all over youtube a boombox lol. if they say this a boombox small like that we make fun them back then. thank you for this video this was sick i love it.

[@sclemoidfandango4677]

Good god! Looks exactly like my JVC from the early 80s, even has fairy lights. I don't half miss my old JVC. Would love to get one. Good video.

[@christhomas8281]

My Mrs would love this.. bit pricey at £270 though isn't it

[@NotSure876]

Great review, I got one about a week ago and love it, it’s exactly what it’s intended to be.

[@EmadSaadDrasticMeasuresHipHop]

Where did you buy it o can't find one?

[@NotSure876]

@ I got it from E- B- A***** Y---

[@NotSure876]

@ From Eeeeeeee bay

[@joeprete7424]

It’s an amazingly powerful battery, but there’s no replacements available!

[@schwinnguy]

Looking at this on Amazon, wondering if it's good or not. KZbin to the rescue! Thanks for the awesome review, and love your accent!

[@paulo8001]

I just bought a JVC egg shaped CD/Radio/Twin Tape remote controlled portable for 50 notes. In 1994 it was in the Argos catalogue for 199.99! The important thing for sound with these things, for me anyway, is having separate bass and treble controls or at least a 7 bar graphic equaliser. The ones with just a tone control knob seemed to sound just terrible. This GPO only has one modern thing I'd like to see on my 25 year old beauty and that's the USB function. You can keep your Bluetooth and DAB, they're too flaky for my taste. Great review and good to see some legacy media (cassette tape) making a sort of come back, cheers for this!

[@subscriptioncharitybegging1741]

Wow great product - brilliant presentation Mike. I am seriously considering getting one on the strength of your presentation. Nicely done!

[@marcomesenti6989]

Plus I want a Lasonic & the massive sharp Vs series with the record player in the front 👊🏼😏

[@chriscraig7725]

i am really impressed with this review, well and clearly explained ,

[@silhouetteentertainerfromjudah]

Nice editorial 🔥

[@yabbadabbadoo8225]

The true Blaster's had all the key controls on top so you could slid your fingers up and down the handle to adjust what was playing while on your shoulders doing some moves down the street.

[@TRACYxBEAKER]

Thank you for a very detailed review, you have helped me make my decision!

[@joeprete7424]

So what was your decision? And if it was a Go, how is it holding up? They offer 3 Year insurance, but it costs about 10% more!

[@welcometomychannelswelcome7261]

Excellent work ethic. Thanks. I'm glad they include everything. Will break in few weeks. Want big speakers. More bassy. I can hear it crying for more bass.

[@michaeltait4850]

You did very well representing this video. And yourself. Speaking very well. You did a great job. And I appreciate it. I'm going to pick up this one to have in my collection. I have the old school JVC boombox radio. A classic from The 1975. And I was only 15 years old. And it is 2021 now. And my baby is kicking strong. And nice and smooth. I have people offer me 500 to a thousand dollars. But I said no because this is from my childhood. I was a break dancer. As well as an actor. My breakdance name was sideswipe. I was the leader of my group. Undefeated. We was called One Nation under groove. Brooklyn boys. I knew some members from the Rock steady Crew. And we were good friends. But I'm trying to collect these other two boombox from 1975. Because I have one of them. They come in Gray with metal brass all around. And it's three different versions. Thank you for representing my brother. I appreciate that. One love and God bless. From America 🇺🇸. ❤️🙏👼🦾🏆💪🎉🤼⚖️🧘🌍✌️😇❤️

[@marez_3936]

I like the most popular bands Rock Steady Crew and New York City Breakers (1983, 1984) :)

[@potatoman7475]

I would totally get this for my kid

[@michaellomax843]

That is so cool. Clear sound even for the rock snippet from your bluetooth device. Very nice. I had a Hitachi ghetto blaster from around 1980/81, which lasted until about 1994. Brilliant machine with bass and tweeters, radio with fm and tape deck. Silver colour with black speakers. Wish I still had it. Been looking on the internet just to see if there's pics of the actual model.

[@landonjohnson3829]

Check on Ebay under boombox I brought a total of 15 I collect the 80s boom boxes they get addictive😁👍👊

[@marcomesenti6989]

Tried my used one recently & no faults at all report like ive seen on other posts with issues or problems,maybe a bad batch were product? My only fault is the clumbsy prevoius owner has lost the blue battery pack/ block 😢 perhaps ill be able to pick one up somwhere? Thanks again

[@markusmadeya7926]

Great Video and unboxing man. Greetings from Germany. Markus

[@amyholcomb6484]

Thanks so much for reviewing all the features, pros, and cons. I'm looking for a CD player to gift and this is the best input by far. (My 1996 JVC is still going. RIP 80s Panasonic.)

[@80s_Boombox_Collector]

Good review homie! I saw this is available in new colors too. Black, green, red, etc.

[@lorenzosclips]

I only see black and silver

[@kingvik2135]

This is a one of a kind throwback

[@rgman811]

Outstanding review!

[@RUSPasha666]

Nice review, bro! Thank you for video. I think buy this thing. (sorry for my mistakes and hello from Russia =) )

[@spencerclark1362]

Damn the sound of the 80,s is banging,who is it by , the first one I mean.nice review I love it

[@TiltedTripodMedia]

Ok so the most important part. How good is the cassette since there has yet to be a new cassette player that isn’t the tinashi garbage. If the cassette deck is good quality I will buy one immediately

[@Beans_on_Bread]

You’ve just persuaded me to buy one now, thankyou

[@TiltedTripodMedia]

I would assume the usb needs to be formatted properly in order to work probably in fat32

[@terencebarrett2897]

Absolutely wonderful ahh man they much better than today's cheesy peazy housey mousey crap " these HIFIs played music and it was extroverted for to share with all,dance with all and to sing with all

[@Roger__Wilco]

That reel to reel style cassette looks awesome, never seen one before!

[@jimbotron70]

Teac did them.

[@ChritsianBucic]

Thank you for that review it give a good idea of the product!

[@laurawalker984]

The sound quality is absolutely amazing on them. I was blown away by how good it was (literally).

[@dar5938]

That's all I need to hear. Buying this

[@laurawalker984]

@@dar5938 They are good but we careful with the paint work. Scratches very easily.

[@Sahil-Singh.]

Lovely boombox.. The ghetto blaster..

[@joeprete7424]

In the US, we listen to AM for Sports and Talk Radio!

[@admin4airsoftmike]

AM is very old school and poor audio quality. (No shade) In the UK, we use DAB and FM to listen to Sports and Talk Radio!

[@joeprete7424]

@@admin4airsoftmike In the UK, they do many things better and smarter than others!

[@aaronsmithey4044]

I like the rca out. Run that to any mixer or pa for your house speakers 🔊 💥

[@kingwithacapitalk614]

I’m savin up for this but I only got 15 bucks😭

[@schwinnguy]

=(

[@foxgaming76yt24]

Did you manage to save up?

[@Murathan_1907]

Porfect teyp amazing tape

[@tyleryildirim1845]

Oh if only it wasnt so expensive. I want one so much

[@davidsapir3764]

Awesome review! What an amazing boom box. Quick question; Can the cassette deck record from the aux in rca source? How about the cd player, can you record on a blank cd from an aux in source? Looking to get this to mix and master down from an old school Tascam multitrack cassette based recording unit.

[@GeorgeNadaYT]

It's $254 USD that's pricey but it has a lot of features. Converting your CDs and cassettes to MP3s is huge.

[@fender1000100]

Trust me that aint pricey. I had a Sharp Boombox in the 80s. And that was $279.00 in 1984. Now if you adjust that for inflation. That would be $700 to $725. Today. So no $254 in 2020 is very reasonable. This can do alot more than most. Plenty of options.

[@TheArcadeArchive]

Great video 😎👍

[@P4RR4P4lp]

top review man, considering of these

[@rogerwillams2814]

it realy looks just like a lasoinc trc 920 was a monster i miss mine my girlfriend bought me one for my birthday way way back 1984 now on ebay their going 350.00 ^ or more for one in great mint condition that g.p.o has that real classic look amazing !

[@mijit.859]

I got one of these Boomboxes ok! But the damn power unit adapter was missing from the packaging or the box it came in !!!?? 😕😰😭🤦🏻‍♂️

[@jaha_trini_2]

Fantastic review! It's pretty cool, but, I prefer the black one, I personally think it looks a lot more premium! One other thing I noticed when you were playing the CD, is that the timer didn't count the time played in minutes, but it went beyond 60 seconds, counting the time in seconds, rather than in minutes and seconds. At what bit-rate does the USB recorder record the CD and cassette at, and what's the sampling rate? Again, great review, and thanks for uploading. Watching from Trinidad and Tobago.

[@armandwilliamgreenjr.8949]

The CD player plays all the tracks on a CD, but when it finishes playing the final track, the CD player simply stops. It doesn't 'start over again' at the first track, so there is no continuous playing of music.

[@CLaw-tb5gg]

I’m kind of surprised. I only know of GPO through rebadged Crosley Cruisers so I’d expected this to be more of the same - really cool-looking but also really low-quality. But it seems as if it’s not too bad. I’m sure the tape mechanism in them is that exact same kind of crappy one that’s in all new tape players, but given it’s afaik the only one being made these days that’s not really something that can be helped.

[@EmadSaadDrasticMeasuresHipHop]

Where can I buy one?

[@solojinglesradio1]

It's like a Sanyo M9935K but not so close

[@timfoley3189]

I would like it to also get Short wave so I can get instructions from "Fearless leader"!

[@cybrandl9754]

😂😂😂

[@KimchiYeo]

I am looking for a boombox/ghettoblaster for the lowrider cruise when weathers good.

[@oxbadcode6573]

Same im searching one for my low bike

[@mijit.859]

Where can you buy the power brick adapter for it ?? 😕😰🤦🏻‍♂️

[@jessieperez2422]

Where can buy radio like this..i like it

[@TRACYxBEAKER]

can you record/copy aux to cassette tapes?

[@mindmanifestations2036]

Dude so fire..... i remember being a wee tike. And my gramma was waklkin down market street in san francisco where i lived and seeing those bad dudes with those aural assault weapons onthdir sjoulders that theyve clealry grown immune to after so much exposure lol always wanted one

[@liang3102]

Excellent review

[@joeprete7424]

It doesn't seem to handle the Bass too well. Also, there is just one company still making Cassette Decks, and it's probably the same Deck that you will find on a $50 Stereo Cassette unit! I wish there were other choices, because the competition would be good for us. I think having a second Battery Pack would be good to buy along with it.

[@neutralis371]

Great review to help me decide. Thanks

[@rnbandhiphopworld]

We need this!!!

[@ImprovingFactories]

For your USB stick, use FAT32 mostly, FAT for very old compatibility. And forget NTFS file system. This is Microsoft copyrighted rarely used by Hifi or TV system. To change the file system of your USB stick, you need first to backup all the files to another drive, reformat your USB to Fat32 and get back all your mp3 and others. By the way, thanks for your presentation. Kiss from New-Caledonia.

[@randomweirdyoutubechannel8955]

I know it's a lithium battery but it still looks a bit small for a 80 watt boombox

[@BlackCrowVr]

Does it have the left and right rca on the side or just mic ?

[@mvhmk]

Bought one of these and suddenly there's no audio from the speakers nor the 3,5 jack. Output level is blinking and it seems to be playing, just the audio not working. I have a video on my channel displaying this, do you know why it won't work?

[@allanwoolston9897]

Hi Mike. Many thanks for a very comprehensive and well thought out review. Hoping to purchase one of these soon - for nostalgic reasons. Years ago I bought a similar device (minus DAB, Bluetooth, etc as they hadn't been invented). This was a Sharp unit with twin cassette decks. Twin cassettes were just being launched to enable creation of compilation tapes without the need to connect an external tape player. Sadly I flogged the unit at a car boot sale several years back.Do still have a sort of ghettoblaster, namely a 1990 Panasonic machine. Radio, CD, twin cassettes AND remote control. Still seems to work OK but doesn't have the essential look of the 1980s equivalents. To round off was most taken with what looked like a pretty impressive equaliser on your phone. Is such a thing readily available? To round off, will look out for more of your videos and thanks again. All the best. Allan

[@bigchuchi]

what sample is that in the intro?

[@davidfoote3431]

Hey guys. Need your help. I recently baught the USA FM/AM version. But after unboxing I noticed that I'm unable to select and change from Aux to tape, CD, Bluetooth etc. Its stuck in Aux and I'm unable to select the other audio options when I turn the dial. Help!!!!!!😭

[@armandwilliamgreenjr.8949]

You should get a replacement if you can, or else get your money back. I purchased two of these, one black and one silver in Nov 2019. Out of nowhere the black one for some reason doesn't output sound on the left speaker when I use the CD and/or the MP3 function. The silver one function dial LED display is barely visible. Overall, it is apparent there is a problem with the manufacturing process/quality control/components of these devices. There are random problems with various units or components within the device, so it is a gamble if you are able to purchase one of these units and hope that everything functions properly, and hope that it lasts for more than six months without a problem.

[@raymondmartin6737]

Does the US Version charger and power supply use US AC, not the UK/European 220-240 Voltage AC? I saw that the US version has AM/FM, not FM/DAB, of which DAB is not used in the US as in UK/Europe. We have Ibiquity HD on FM in the US.

[@Horkit]

this is really cool i hope you enjoy it

[@traxonwax]

Saw a record button on the cd controls, so that's a cd written in that?

[@teh_major4106]

The tape counter counting nothing and the plastic looks really cheap for a $400 stereo. Also does anyone know what types of cassettes will it play? guessing only type 1, so no chrome or metal

[@HollowPo1ntz]

Can an aux cable connect to this? So i could play my phone youtube through the boombox

[@sealednectar7384]

How do I get this device as a gift from you, as it is not available in my country

[@catleaderk]

OK I see, I just watched the video last part, I think you agree with me, the output level looks strange. In my eyes, the level is beating with music wave, i.e. beating with the volume of music, however, it has its own animation. What do I mean? If you play a continuous tone without any changes like volume and frequency, I think the output level will still shake with its own rhythm which had set by some engineers. however, the top point of the output level will follow the volume of the tone. Just my opinion, thank you!

[@brandonlee8508]

Great review !!! 220V? I,m watching to korea

[@simonwarren65]

That analogue-style bandwidth display with the red line, does that move back and forth, or is it just for show?

[@trey5911]

No, it is *not* just for show. It is an analogue FM/AM radio.

[@anthonyynohtna7]

What were the songs? they were amazing!

[@jamesheal5389]

I am saving up for one 😊

[@deivisvergara8989]

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[@whiskyslinkydoo3462]

@@deivisvergara8989 Amazon

[@tonyjones9442]

Very good review . I'm trying to find out if it has an alarm clock and a sleep function?? Thankyou.

[@kernowgym]

How does this compare to modern Bluetooth speakers?

[@melo755]

Hi! Could u do a review on both victrola 1980’s boombox vs studebakerhifi boombox? I wonder how both of it could stack up against the GPO brooklyn. Thanks!

[@richkrill5229]

What app are you using at the 25 mark for playing music thru bluetooth? I love that spectrum analyzer!. I'm torn between the GPO BROOKLYN and the JBL Extreme bass bluetooth only jambox. Battery life may make my decision. But thanks for awesome review.

[@SebCrateDigger]

Hey, I would like to buy this GPO but there are some people who are disappointed because they got their cd, usb or radio player doesn't work anymore. Have you got the same problem because, at this moment, i prefer to take a vintage ghettoblaster. Thanks.

[@catleaderk]

Thanks so much for this video, I just found the output level looks a little bit strange, are you sure it is beating with music wave you are playing? Thank you!

[@RahulSharma-td8lj]

I’m from India and a retro music freak! All of the English from the 70’s, 80’s and the 90’s and I love this thing!! I wish to buy this! Price?

[@rodrigotorres5688]

$$$

[@jamessouth2099]

You can get them for around £198.00

[@pikotaboada]

I need one of these!

[@keithadams4281]

omg memory lane i want one of these how much is this and how can i order one of these?????

[@drunkenmaster6434]

drake woods £200 in mankind. Awesome but expensive

[@MultiTeebag]

I'm getting one 🔥do it come in Vader black 🥺

[@tangodown2989]

Clearly didn't watch the video! 😂

[@sofa-lofa4241]

You can get a Louis Vitton branded one (exactly the same apart from the logo) for £1000 The power of branding, eh?

[@donscabin8105]

Good review bro. I have one also. Just noticed a black version is out also at end of your vid. What do you think of the black colour?

[@SlotCarUniverse]

I'm torn to be honest. It does look good and Lasonic'ish!

[@jimmiesmith5811]

the black one is ok but it just the front that black the rest of the box is still silver they should made the whole box black

[@pinkyskeleton5410]

I'm looking at getting one. How has yours held up? I noticed the reviews were all over the place on Amazon regarding the quality.

[@GeorgeNadaYT]

I've never heard of DAB. I live in the US.

[@MrThecarebear]

We in the UK have had DAB for a number of years now, but believe me America, it's on it's way.....

[@bobkeller8383]

What app are you using on your phone. It looks nice

[@MisterRedBlueBlur]

Boom! shake-shake-shake the room ... :-)

[@joeprete7424]

Okay, I've got mine. One thing I don't get though, it draws power even when it's off, but they tell you not to leave it plugged in beyond the Charge Cycle. Seems like a switch on one of Battery wires would fix it, but that would void the Warranty (Extended/Accident Protection, in my case), but is there an easier, Warrantee Friendly fix for this? Anyone know? (Maybe Techmoan??) I'd love to hear some input on this issue!

[@eirik3938]

How is the sound quality?

[@joeprete7424]

@@eirik3938 The quality is very good, but it lacks power. The speakers could easily handle more, but it's just not there. I now disconnect the battery when not in use, and the company sent me a replacement battery, just for the asking. Also, it came quickly. It sounds decent, but I always find myself looking for more. Maybe it's just me, but even at 61 I like to hear my Rock Music load and powerful. Some of the best sounds come through my iPhone, using Bluetooth. If you buy it, be sure there is a good return policy, and I would add 3rd party extended insurance. It can be refunded, if you send it back. For $260 I guess it is worth it, but my Panasonic RX-5050 cranks out better, louder sound. (Also, The Philips AZ700T is a much better value at $130. and it sounds great. the receiver is also very good ~but no AM on this one. See my review on Amazon "cameraguy6781") I am waiting for a sale on the JBL BoomBox 2. It's a Bluetooth Speaker that lets you feel the sound! It goes down to $300 every few months. (Back in the 80's, I had an RC-M70) If you have any other question, just ask. I don't mind helping you. ...Joe Prete

[@traxonwax]

AM is still a big thing over here in the States and Canada even if it's a dying band but it will be around for another couple of decades yet. Also, does the file system that the USB sticks are in Fat 32? Sometimes these sorts of players don't recognize exFat. Great video.