Add Bluetooth to an old amp with the Logitech Bluetooth Adaptor

[@Techmoan]

This video will no doubt be a little bit too basic for many subscribers to this channel...but it is a simple how-to video for everyone else. Not everyone knows how a cheap bluetooth audio adaptor can be to play Apple/Spotify/Pandora streamed music back though a decent HiFi system - this video has been created for those people who want to see this demonstrated.

[@michaelgreene5631]

With a similar setup to my Denon receiver, when I attach the red and white RCA plugs into the receiver, nothing happens. Do I need to substitute a digital plug or optical plug?

[@calicocatz7890]

Thanks Techmoan. I have been listening to my KZbin etc.music through my iMac , iPad or on a Samsung TV which has fairly decent sound for a TV. I haven't used my Hi-fi for a few years. I want to try out putting everything through my TEAC amp and Tannoys without spending a fortune. I watch your vlogs anyway, but when I input "connecting analogue hi fi to usb/bluetooth devices you popped straight up! Great channel, keep it up!

[@feivelnfamily2884]

Are you hear noise in your stereo system while the music is paused?

[@IsraelQuezada999]

I wish all the reviewers had your voice and accent... I'm Mexican and sometimes I can't understand a word some other reviewers are saying, also great quality videos! I'd like to see more reviews about audio equipment, vinyl, tape and other strange audio formats... I didn't know about the tefifon until I saw your videos...

[@alastairward2774]

I know his reviews of camera are getting him advertising revenue and letting him buy the old audio kit, but I only subscribe for the audio stuff.

[@jayblundon2051]

This video is now 3 years old or so.... and those older bluetooth receivers reduced audio quality because the data had to be compressed to fit onto the bluetooth bandwidth. Nowadays you can buy a bluetooth receiver that has a DAC (digital to analog conversion) chip with the aptX coding protocol, which upsamples the digital music file and increases the dynamic range and signal to noise. In short, with this new bluetooth coding protocol combined with a DAC chip, you get the advantages of bluetooth streaming at near CD quality.

[@graphicartdude]

Interesting. Can you recommend a particular product? Also, do you know of a way I can use my Bluetooth headphones through non Bluetooth devices? I'd assume there would be some sort of receiver that could be used, but I am unable to find one. I have Beat's Solo3 wireless headphones, and would like to use them to listen to my guitar playing through my guitar amps. The amps don't have Bluetooth capabilities however. I received the Beats headphones for free when I bought my computer, but really don't have a use for them since just use a Bluetooth speaker for listening to music. Any ideas would be appreciated. I'm surprised Apple doesn't have some sort of receiver for using their Beats headphones for devices that aren't Bluetooth capable.

[@31cify]

@@graphicartdude The Audioengine B1. This is bacon, lettuce and tomatoes in the bluetooth receiver market. Big amplification, external antenna, and that all important built in DAC with aptX and 100 feet range.

[@Techmoan]

Things have gone a bit weird in the comments - Probably a good time to turn off the laptop now and watch some TV. I'll check in again in a few days. Please try and have fun and enjoy things in the meantime.

[@MattTester]

I'm impressed with how quickly it picks up the connection, I use a Bluetooth headset for music and you have to press play on the unit to connect. I have a couple of AV conversion boxes using USB power and recently bought a USB hub with power switches so I can switch them on and off manually, one hogs an HDMI connection if left on and they do get surprisingly warm.

[@wimdebruycker4274]

After having seen your video, I realised this was exactly what I was looking for. Ordered one, got it, installed it in a few minutes and it simply does what it is supposed to do. Splendid. Thanks for your video !

[@griffmillerii1885]

Somehow I missed this one when you first published it. I'm glad I finally did see it, because it makes listening to music in my garage/shop much more convenient (obviously I've bought one). I used to plug my iPhone into a 1/8" stereo jack to RCA plug adapter that led to my old Yamaha stereo receiver driving a pair of those old Radio Shack Minimus 7's. This gets to be a bit of a hassle, especially if I get a text/call. I have the Logitech box powered by a switched outlet on my receiver, so all I have to do is turn on the receiver and open the Pandora app. When I leave the shop, I just turn off the receiver. That's it. No messing around with cables or turning on/off casting, like with Chromecast Audio, something I had considered before seeing this video. A friend of mine has one of those, and it's better than nothing but is kind of fiddly to use. Thanks!

[@craggercragger8989]

These are cool gadgets. I will probably get this and hardwire a power supply in my car to get Bluetooth streaming back on my factory fit stereo in my car. The only reason I didn't use bluetooth for my hifi is that I have had issues with it stuttering, then the music changing pitch/speed so that it can "catch up" - I rely on music for my own personal therapy and find that sort of thing during a track can completely wreck an evening, so I went down the Chromecast Audio route as I use Spotify for music streaming. Granted, I have to tap the relevant buttons on whichever device to begin the casting, but it has been so reliable that I can forgive it for that and for what the system is used for and how I sometimes use my tablet, the automatic connection whenever power is present wouldn't work for us, but it's encouraging to see you have the perfect solution for your own household. Nothing can be said to turn me away from thinking it is brilliant that it is possible to stay comfy in your seat and browse through thousands of different artists and albums. I actually have such a setup in my bedroom rig and the main system in my lounge.

[@ray-kast]

I have one of the Logitech recievers, and I can say that the latency is impressively low and the connection is surprisingly stable and extremely quick to connect. (As a test, I threw my phone across the room onto my bed, and at low latency it didn't drop any data.)

[@BigGuyReview]

I bought one of those and they are great. I paired mine with a mini amp and hooked it up to my out door speakers. So much better than listening to the tinny sound of your phone speakers....LOUDER too..lol thanks for the video Matt look forward to more. -John

[@steveholden9139]

You had me when I saw ‘Boogie Down Bronx’.........memories from my misspent youth!!

[@DannyTheGFP]

april 2020 and just seen this and now i can play music through my 10 year old sony cinema amp, been a subscriber for years btw

[@MarkESBuckmaster]

Hi Techmoan, thanks for the video, very useful. I think I'll get one for my stepdaughter who does gigs. At the moment she has to plug in her iPhone or iPad into the PA and therefore keeps needing to go back to the PA, to select her next backing track, often turning her back on her audience. I'm hoping with this, she can Bluetooth her device to the PA and within reason not be confined to standing near the PA during her performance. Thanks

[@MaNameizJeff]

I'm also a person who lives with a number of Bluetooth receivers. I have one for a 2.1 speaker setup on my nightstand to fall asleep to, and one in the car as my sony deck was slightly before the time of bluetooth. One thing I should stress, it is worth your while to make sure that you are using AptX. This is a special codec that must be supported on both the receiver and the phone/tablet. Most high end androids support it (as well as some midrange/entry level like the LG volt) but none of the Iphone/apple products support it. Also do a little research and try and get a receiver from a good company. If you go to cheap you are liable to end up with badly put together units (noisy headphone jacks) and audio DACs with tons of line noise. I still use a pair of earbuds but with this setup I save a ton of wear and tear on my headphone jack. Oh also these days android phones are supporting built in media servers. So say, your PC or laptop is hooked into a nice speaker setup, just use that to wirelessly transmit your music collection on demand. You can use a number of music players but I just use the media player that is built into windows.

[@Leviatanman]

Regarding the lack of power switch, I think it is not necessary. This little device and its charger are quite well engineered, and take almost no power in standby. When I did tests for it, My samsung TV, Sony Stereo and Logitech BT receiver together pulled less than 1.5 watts when in standby. I currently have it hidden on top of my "drywall" ceiling, coupled with a little amplifier board and feeding some celing mounted speakers. Its a great solution for streaming ambient music.

[@lilturk726]

That moment when your phone _is_ your HiFi...

[@sdqsdq6274]

of course , mine cost as much as a blue tooth speaker

[@ewigerschuler3982]

@@sdqsdq6274 mine cost as much as female hygiene products

[@PrinceWesterburg]

When he referred to that pile of shit as 'Hifi' I looked like a dog being shown a card trick.

[@thepuzzledsage]

@@PrinceWesterburg Clever enough to make jokes but not quite clever enough to know what your talking about.

[@bulldogbrower6732]

How dare you insult our host. He has given us countless videos on how to projects. Take your opinion of his stereo and shove it up your ass.

[@LightTheUnicorn]

I have that same Logitech receiver and do the same thing with my amp, extremely simple to use and works wonderfully well! Nice thing is, it also allows volume control from whatever Bluetooth device is connected, so no need to walk across the room to change it in my case.

[@FFVoyager]

Brilliant, just what I wanted to know about these things. Been pondering getting one and wondered how well they worked - and now I know. Thanks!

[@garyallsebrook3493]

PS I have that exact same Technics audio receiver. Bought for $20 at a garage sale (the only problem was the #47 pilot light bulbs were burned out), cleaned off the grime, paired it up with similar vintage JBL 110 series speakers and it sounds fabulous! Even the FM tuner section is great...

[@ianinvancouverbc]

I believe its a Pioneer SX3600

[@MrNeeds]

This is the type of solution I was brought up to find with technology, something I can add to my existing setup to achieve something that people pay hundreds if not thousands for, great video Mat!

[@hemanroczko1799]

Using that thing for all tablets and phones for few years without any problem. One of the best buys ever.

[@markbrown9838]

I bought one these a few years ago and it works great. Very simple to set up and operate.

[@dennisgreene7164]

The Logitech is a brilliant little thing. I've had mine for about five years or so - it is still the best Bluetooth receiver I have - and that includes Alexa and Google Home devices, which in my opinion are nowhere near as reliable. Another great vid matt

[@Halbmond]

Bluetooth audio is much more cumbersome, complicated and limited than AirPlay in my experience so it’s really interesting to see you have a different experience! I absolutely hate it when a Bluetooth speaker is connected to one device and I want to switch to playing back from another device. With AirPlay all of that is effortless. Of course, it’s nicest when an audio device supports all three, Bluetooth, AirPlay and Chromecast.

[@namanish450]

There is a new feature for newer Bluetooth standards allowing you to hotswap between audio devices.

[@daliberal]

Love the idea for hiding the power bar. I just bought a ChromeCast Audio and was trying to find a better way to manage it all.

[@MichaelBennett1]

I read your comment regarding Chromecast audio and obviously using Apple Music, it wouldn't be a solution. Personally I have all my music ripped and added to Google Music and Chromecast audio was the perfect solution for me, it also supports Spotify. Bluetooth audio compression wasn't good enough for my ears at least using a reasonable priced receiver and the fact I can hand off to the Chromecast and have my ipad free to do other things with audio is another bonus too. Audio quality when you turn on High Dynamic Range is superb.

[@ipdjbt]

I bought one of these about two weeks ago and love it! I have a vintage stereo system which is separate from my TV/theatre surround system and this device suits my needs perfectly. I haven't tested the limit of the range of the bluetooth signal but i have ventured 15-20 feet away from the BT receiver with no loss of signal.

[@TomusMedia]

Just realised you could put this in your car and easily convert your aux only stereo to bluetooth!

[@BrasherN]

+TomusMedia This is what I do, but the device I use is no bigger than a USB stick. Got it off ebay for about £6 works great.

[@Mickice]

+TomusMedia You can buy cheaper ones and strap them to a pair of headphones and make them wireless, lol.

[@davidlum-ny]

+BrasherN Agreed: that's the nice solution for my 5-year old car with aux input and no bluetooth.

[@volkswagenginetta]

+TomusMedia i guess you have a newer vehicle that came with an aux port built in. for me I had to take my old stereo out (because it was cassette radio only, but then again they sell those cassette to 3.5mm adapters.) I was redoing the whole sound system so eh i guess to each their own. In cars i think that usb sticks are the best.

[@amgnico]

you cant do it.You need power supply for it

[@philstuf]

I searched for a similar solution, and landed on the Nyrius Songo Tap. Fantastic little Bluetooth device, works in a very similar manner as the Logitech, but also offers the ability to "tap" an NFC enabled device and bind to it immediately. It does allow for multiple devices (I believe 8 in total), as well as including optical output (yes, I am a nerd). My only real complain has been that as I have two, I am frequently connecting to my stereo in the bedroom, instead of the living room and vice-versa (I guess this speaks to the range, but can be an annoyance).

[@31cify]

No, you're not a nerd. You're a Bluetooth aficionado.

[@Drone626]

Will turning the volume up on your phone turn up the volume through the speakers?

[@stevenqbosell]

And you’re a Notorious BIG fan? I knew there was a reason I loved you!

[@ionlazare]

For better hifi audio quality, I advice you look at Advanced Acoustic WTX500 Bluetooth Dongle. I have one and the audio quality is exceptional and there is very imperceptible loss of audio quality vs CD.

[@scottmccluremcclure3916]

I am from the future it's a good thing you went with blue tooth apple doesn't support airplay anymore

[@jjcoolaus]

I know this is an old video, but the Tp-link Bluetooth receiver is superb. Excellent sound quality, multiple devices can connect at once, powered by USB. Perfect for my needs.

[@zcustomcarnesi]

I bought one 2 weeks ago , love it with my beast from the 70's

[@TheAussieStig30]

I use Apple TV, but this way is a good solution for people who have a separate stereo system to their tv/hi fi. A USB plug would be a good addition, since some people may be using this with their computer system. Great video, TM, a good solution for a problem which your wife won't use, as she won't be bothered to turn on all the appliances and she will just use her iPad speaker, like my wife does, despite me buying her docks, Bluetooth speakers and all the rest.

[@wrongsideof40]

A great idea; SO great, that I did it myself. However, being a cheapskate I went for a Bluetooth dongle costing less than £2 delivered, from Hong Kong. It takes its power from a USB socket that happens to be on the back of my TiVo box, and connects straight into my NAD amp. Now I can listen to Spotify on the iPad through my hifi. Fab! A couple of caveats: If I power down the iPad then i have to reconnect with the dongle. I think this is an iPad 'feature', tho. This particular dongle will only connect with one device at a time. Finally, once I got this all set up, my Spotify kept on stopping, buffering etc. No good at all. There seems to be some conflict between the wifi and the bluetooth (both using 2.4GHz band). Luckily, both my Virgin router and the iPad have a 5GHz wifi option. Once this was selected, all problems disappeared. V happy. Thanks for great videos, Mr Moan. Always a 'must-see'.

[@jamiehanrahan4705]

How appropriate that one of the songs you used to demo a Bluetooth gadget was blues :) (3:40)

[@renaulth2009]

That's exactly what I did. I cut my power adapter off, since it was an American standard, and I'm in South Africa, and soldered the barrel plug onto a USB connector, and now it is powered via an old Sony cellphone charger.

[@DOLRED]

Lots of information cranked out in 5 minutes. Thanks!

[@ahuman9864]

By far the best review of this product I’ve seen... and I’ve seen quite a few 😅

[@samserios6428]

There are adapters for a few quid with a female barrel plug, a male barrel plug and a switch in between. You can put that in between the power adapter and the bluetoth receiver and thus turn it off (the power supply itself remains on of course).

[@chrisl7902]

Neat. I have a Google Chromecast I've connected up to a receiver, which does the same job over the wi-fi. I wonder if there would be any quality difference between wi-fi and Bluetooth. But it's great that older A/V equupment can be modernised this way.

[@olivierolivier6513]

I want to buy one as well but is the quality really better then with a bluetooth adapter?

[@zedvar3806]

loving the retro looking system. Takes me back to my military days back in the 80's.

[@gartbull]

I use an old Android cell phone to stream music from Shoutcast via WiFi. I connect the cell phone to my receiver using a phono to headphone jack patch cord. Works great! Obviously not a wireless connection though. I wonder is a bluetooth connection would provide higher sound quality?

[@shadoweng15]

Thank you for that. And I love your classic style stereo system! This is a great, logical, and effective upgrade to it--the best of both worlds.

[@backofficeshow]

I'm really loving the security pairing feature of these Bluetooth receivers on the latest Android, I set them as security bypass beacons so I can avoid entering a password on my phone in secure locations.

[@envisionelectronics]

Thanks. It's simple and just works unlike older ones which tend to forget your device or not automatically connect.

[@hermanmunster3358]

You can also buy an "MPOW" Bluetooth receiver and transmitter from eBay which connects in exactly the same way, and works the same way, but it is half the price, and can be used for up to 4-5 hours with its own built in rechargeable battery. It can be used connected to a USB socket for charging while playing also, and is much the same size as a USB memory stick.

[@simeonstoynov52]

Good Video! I had before this Logitech bluetooth. For £20 it is not bad, sound quality is decent. The only negative is the loudness. It is bit quieter, compared with another inputs. I solve this problem - bought YAMAHA WXAD-10. Streamer plus bluetooth.

[@rickorider]

Lovely set up! Love your old amps and tape recorder and turntable. Thanks for information as got an old Denon amp that I want to play streamed music over.

[@bobwoolcock]

Good solution - especially for the price. I guess you still have the volume buttons on the iPad in the chain - and sound coming out of your device speakers along with the hifi speaker sound - which no doubt covers up the sound from the device at normal hifi listening levels anyway.

[@bobwoolcock]

+Bob Woolcock I see they make similarly priced Bluetooth transmitters as well. That way you could listen to whatever you're playing in the conservatory on your big hifi at the same time. I just like saying conservatory...

[@wrongsideof40]

+Bob Woolcock Yes, iPad volume buttons work with this but no, if you pair up with a blutooth device for audio then the iPad speakers cut out, which is a good thing

[@TheGears2kill]

Ive got one of these and I think its great! Got mine hooked up so the computer can use the speakers and so can the bluetooth receiver, for those moments when using the computer just isn't needed. No fuss with cables! But yeah Id suggest this for its size, audio quality and ease of use.

[@Brinta3]

I have the same adapter. It works fine except that the volume is quite low. I have to crank up my receiver much more than with other inputs.

[@garyallsebrook3493]

I have 4 of those Logitech devices scattered about the house. One problem that annoys the crap me is there is no provision to name them (at least Apple doesn't provide for naming) and if you have a few within bluetooth range, its possible for it to pair up with the wrong device in a different area. Sometimes after being properly paired up it can switch to a different device. I've also had a defective one which was barely out of warranty (which is ONLY 3 MONTHS!). I've always really liked Logitech devices and I've used their universal Harmony remotes, trackballs, joysticks etc, for years. I really don't know wether I would recommend this device, especially if you have multiple sound systems. Its probably ok if you only have one unit.

[@cshell2001]

Thanks for this. I'm having lots of feedback buzzing, does that mean it's not compatible with the amplifier?

[@wackmanzack]

me too! Did you figure it out??

[@cshell2001]

@@wackmanzack it was faulty, I brought a 1 x ONE FOR ALL - SV1820 Bluetooth Music Receiver HD from Curry's works perfectly

Have the same BT box and although it doesn't support aptX just SBC, it's sounds okay. But found out I'm using my computer just too much in my room so I'm not really listening to music from my phone there. However it's a great companion in the kitchen with an older Aiwa tape radio while cooking. :)

[@Dumdum888888]

Love that little box. Great video. Perfect thank you

[@GadgetAddict]

Pretty cool. I find generic airplay receivers aren't so reliable. So for sure I'd rather go bluetooth.

[@tomcreese5737]

Would this connect to any integrated amp (sugden ) and is sound wuality through your main speakers cd quality? Many thanks.

[@johnabalos1455]

If you have a pretty tight budget or just don’t want to spend over $20 dollars then this device is for you!! I bought one for listening to music over my iPhone on my old Kenwood KR-4600 with graphic equalizer in the system an it’s amazing!!!!

[@youjotr9876]

Got my sub just for biggie, awesome retro system setup you got there.

[@michaelsmith697]

Fantastic video! I agree with you, I have a decent HiFi and I’m sick of those tiny tinny speakers. I want my music through my infinity speakers. One question - what is the little Aux 1 plug for? I’m going too use my RCA plugs from this device into my amp into the aux in on my amp. I think that’s right...

[@theirisheditor]

I got a similar unit for my car, but sends the Bluetooth audio as an FM signal to the radio, very handy for non-removable car stereos that don't have Bluetooth or aux-in.

[@beamboy07]

Yeah my uncle has one, hes looking for an android double din system for his 2005 Elantra

[@kymmoulds]

Great short review matt. Even though I don't have music streaming I can see how those who do would jump at the LogiTech device. Keep the reviews coming. Cheers Kym

[@Techmoan]

+Kym Moulds I hope to have an additional normal length video out within a couple of days...but I'm just waiting on a couple of things to fall into place first.

[@AG-33-]

I use the Amazon one. It works great and it sounds pretty good. I actually got a great deal on a Sony 5.1 system with Sony Tower speakers because of the lack of Bluetooth. The people went out and bought all new stuff just to have Bluetooth. I picked up the receiver and speakers for 100 bucks. Spent 20 on a bluetooth box and saved a bunch Can't complain that at all.

[@joehawthorn3018]

which un t do you recommend now in 2023

[@MrSonofsonof]

This is very good. I shall get one. I only ever listen to radio online these days, and I think it would be nice to have it coming out of my hifi.

[@donalddeorio2237]

Better option Ifi Zen Blue DAC, uses bluetooth 5.0 has a decent dac it's $129 but is a real boost from just a regular bluetooth adapter. You can connect up to 7 devices.

[@woutervanwijk4369]

Thanks! Very thorough and clear review. I have an old JVC receiver with a normal EU power outlet on the back for a CD player or tape deck and I was wondering if I could put this BT receiver's power plug in there so it only powers up when the JVC is turned on. And if it remembers devices after been shut off and on again. Thanks 👍

[@DavidB445]

I use a similar Bluetooth receiver in my car. Powered by USB which I've wired up to an ignition live via a 12v>5v converter and plays via 3.5mm into my stereo aux port. Get into my car, phone in pocket. Bluetooth turns on with the stereo when ignition is turned on and my phone automatically connects and resumes playing the previous list/album/artist that was playing before it went off. No more fiddling about plugging phones, mp3 players etc into the aux port, opening the music app, choosing some music and hitting play.. Its all automatic. When the car ignition goes off the bluetooth disconnects and the music player automatically pauses ready for the next time :D

[@raabsand]

Nice I just bought a cheapo China Bluetooth adapter for my setup. I hope it works decent enough for my standards or else I'll get a better one. For $1 shipped I couldn't complain. Now to wait a month

[@Bassman1969]

Thank you. Good review. I will buy it. Simple, not to much functions and good sound for the money (what is maximal possible with bluetooth, a cable is naturally allways better)

[@TheArtOfJerry]

saw this logitech bluetooth adaptor at my local Challenger shop ... it is a useful device.

[@wozza59]

Well after seeing this video I ordered one. All I can say is I'm impressed. What a marvellous little box for £20.

[@keyibreand3840]

thnks for the video. would you reccomend this over an fm transmitter?

[@philipfeghaly4210]

u can easly upgrade this system by : when u put ur phone on that table everything connects & music play from the hifi to do so : smart plug to power the hifi bluetooth adapter 2 nfc tags on the table ( one to switch on & the other to switch off ) & keep bleutooth open on ur phone . play the song on ur phone then place it on the table .

[@CommodoreFan64]

Cool solution, I've found Logitech usually makes decent stuff all around for the money. I might actually have to look into this for my surround setup I have in my back media room, but then again I can just cast the local audio from my Android phone to my Roku HDMI Stick, and most of the streaming services I use also work with my Roku minus SoundCloud, or at least I've yet to find a ROKU app for it lol!

[@RMTCTL]

Thank you so much for the review! I've been looking for something like this for my Hi-Fi, but they typically have been quite expensive. That little unit from Logitech seems quite reasonably priced.

[@pommieMJ]

fantastic!!! I do love a simple, easy to understand and comprehensive video. Nice one !!!

[@TRENX_]

I did something similar to this with my NSM Jukebox 2000,I have a Bluetooth transmitter connected up to output RCA inside of the jukebox and than an Bluetooth receiver connected to my stereo system. Recently though I have also connected a chromecast audio so I can send music from my phone so I don't have to keep using the laser in the jukebox.

[@lBonaCl]

Holy shit, this is perfect! I've got an LG G4 and I've thought about this for ages (even before I got it - the G4 hasn't been out for that long). The LG G4 has an infrared transmitter / blaster, so I can just power on my amp with the IR blaster on my phone and the bluetooth receiver will take over my audio instantly-ish. Though only if I manage to make it start only when the receiver is on, though. I'll have to look into that Logitech unit, it seems really neat.

[@zusurs]

+lBonaCl If your amp doesn't have USB socket on the front or back, that you could use to power this receiver, you can also buy very cheap (sub 10$) IR power relay in ebay, and use macros in phone, to turn on both amp and relay with one tap.

[@lBonaCl]

It's a really old Hitachi 2x 100W amp from 1980's (the only amp I had lying around my 5.1 amp gave out on front channels), so it only has a mains passthrough, which switches on when the amp is switched on. Though I do use it for my PC for most of the time it's on, I can just switch on the bluetooth on my phone when I need it. I just have to get into the habit of turning the bluetooth on and off, since I've got a Pioneer DEH-6400BT bluetooth car radio, which I use daily for music. Or I could try to figure out how to force it to switch on only if the correct amp input is selected, so it seems I've got to take a look at those as well.

[@zusurs]

lBonaCl If you have some basic electronics knowledge, it isn't hard at all to tap inside amps input selector circuit to turn on and off small relay when specific input is selected. Most simple idea I can think of is simply to install small solid state relay on the same two wires inside amplifier that power input selection LED (if your amp has such).

[@lBonaCl]

+Artūrs Savickis Yeah, though I have quite good knowing of electronics, it's a potential hazard I'd rather not take. I'll get an bluetooth enabled amp rather than solder on relays everywhere inside a near-30yr-old amp. Not that it would not be possible, there is some relays clicking when changing inputs so it could be really easy to do.

[@donniealexander993]

Nice video!! I dig your eclectic taste of music!! Big shout out for including Notorious BIG on your playlist!! RESPECT.

[@LRM12o8]

I bought the exact same bluetooth adaptor for my home cinema more than a year or two ago (long before I discovered your channel) and music sounded like crap through it! The highs sounded like they were ripped apart and bass was extinguished. Also I didn't get a stable connection was my phone was more than 2 meters away from the adaptor. I do think those device can be a nice function upgrad to a HiFi, but I've had a really bad experience with this particular one. Haven't tried any other adaptor.

[@CorrectiveAction]

great video straight to the point simple and easy to understand thanks

[@theproducertm]

Are you planning on producing merchandise, Mat? I know this is probably not the channel to have fancy T-Shirts with the channel's logo of but this is one of my subscriptions that I'm eager to watch each time there's a new video out. And I'd like to let the world know that they should watch, too ;)

[@whuffo]

How about a nice simple "Ipod" cable? That works great; no setup, no big purchase, no lock in to some specific streaming service.

[@TheBarnacleBlimp]

what a great way to listen to music! I use Bluetooth speakers for listening to internet radio, so why not streamed music through your HiFi. Cheap enough as well. Once again a great video. Thank you :-)

[@OtaconEmmerich]

one thing I don't care about Bluetooth is notifications tend to interrupt the music, while airplay/Chromecast audio does not play those, but it's a bit cheaper in some cases and easy to convert any hifi system.

[@TairnKA]

I tried to find info on a stereo to 5.1 converter in your playlist but no luck. ;-) Do you have any info regarding stereo to 5.1 converters for watching streamed online videos?

[@TairnKA]

It turns out the games I play are configured for Stereo, not Surround Sound (5.1). Looking at what's available (under $50.0 usd), the terminology isn't clear on the purpose I need it for (input Stereo, output 5.1 Surround Sound / artificial)? Please, I need guidance. ;-)

[@billconiston8091]

As others have said, the chromecast audio really is a better product for the price. Much better sound quality (with the option to connect vis toslink and use the receivers DAC if required). I have two and with NFC tags, they auto pair when swiped and start playing - easy as that and as the device connects and takes the stream there is nothing for the phone/tablet/pc to do except be the remote. I had a bluetooth adapter previously and always had issues re-pairing but admittedly not a logitech device.

[@Techmoan]

+bill coniston My family streaming music subscription is with Apple Music (which doesn't have a Chromecast app) and I wanted to auto-connect whenever the HiFi was powered up. If I was really interested in getting the best audio quality, I wouldn't be listening to streaming audio.

[@billconiston8091]

Hi Techmoan, if apple launches a chromecast app will do buy/get one and test it side by side? 9to5mac.com/2015/09/30/apple-music-google-chromecast-audio-support/

[@Techmoan]

+bill coniston If they do then I'll take a look.

[@LukeC947]

Nice, quick and straightforward review! Thank you kind Sir !

[@betsydwek699]

Great video - how do I do the opposite? I want to send the music from my stereo/hi-fi/record player over to my bluetooth speakers. How do I make my record player/hi-fi system bluetooth compatible?

[@hendrikhendrikson2941]

Did you test the range on this device?Great review, I'm getting one!

[@southpoint385]

Bought this exact device on Amazon: Easy as it appears and superb sound through my vintage hifi gear.

[@philipcooper8297]

What codecs does it support? If it doesn't do at least Aptx HD, then I would not bother.

[@MyNameIsEarl42]

Forgot I had one of these laying around. Going to use it in a garage music studio for my dad. 👍

[@smittie121]

@techmoan dont feel bothered about all those dump comments! I enjoy your tech reviews and those here got me the decision, purchasing the Logitech BT Link! I think it is self-explained, that bt streaming cant be head to head with Vinyl or CD run through a good HiFi system. I use this device for streaming my Deezer onto my HiFi or watching YT Videos with better Audio quality on my iPad while laying in Bed and it works just fine!

[@TomyHousham]

If You have a Yamaha amp then you should get Yamaha MusicCast is awesome!!

[@nilerz]

How about playing my turntable on bluetooth speakers. Would I connect this logitech device to my amp, and then pair it to the speakers?

[@michaelandremovies]

Hi, thanks for this video. Can you get this type of device to output through USB (not RCA) to a DAC headphone amp? Thanks.

[@vidm96]

I've worked with one of these before. They're quite nice and have decent range.

[@DeanoEssex]

OK.. I have my record deck attached to an old powerful Samsung 7.1 amp, however i want to stream my vinyls to a bluetooth 360 speaker, how can i use a bluetooth adaptor to have the sound from my amp to a bluetooth speaker??