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Turntable Market Makes a Comeback with Sharp's Announcement of Vinyl Resurgence Following Long-Term Absence

A new vinyl turntable, the RP-TT100, is introduced by Sharp with fully automatic functionality, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity, all at a reasonable cost. This product aims at reviving the style of vinyl records.

Turntable Market Re-Enters as Sharp Unveils Vinyl Resurgence Following Lengthy Absence
Turntable Market Re-Enters as Sharp Unveils Vinyl Resurgence Following Lengthy Absence

Turntable Market Makes a Comeback with Sharp's Announcement of Vinyl Resurgence Following Long-Term Absence

In the heart of Berlin, at IFA 2025, Japanese electronics giant Sharp made a significant announcement - the return of their brand to the vinyl turntable market after a long hiatus. The star of the show was the Sharp RP-TT100, a fully automatic turntable that's poised to make waves in the music industry.

The Sharp RP-TT100 is a sleek, modern turntable designed with a matt black housing and a tinted Perspex dust cover. It boasts an aluminium platter and a metal tonearm, ensuring smooth playback and durability. The turntable also features a three-step gain control, a ground connection to minimize hum, and a switchable phono/line output.

One of the standout features of the Sharp RP-TT100 is its integration of Bluetooth 5.3 streaming, providing wireless connectivity for those who prefer a cord-free listening experience. Additionally, the turntable comes with USB-C connectivity, allowing users to digitize their records for convenient digital storage.

The vinyl revival, spurred on by a strong sense of nostalgia and the attraction of a whole new generation of music lovers, has been a significant factor in the success of the record pressing plants and turntable manufacturers. The Sharp RP-TT100 is no exception, with its fully automatic tonearm featuring functions like fast forward, rewind, pause, and repeat.

Many artists are embracing the vinyl format in their classic album launches, and the Sharp RP-TT100 comes equipped with an Audio-Technica AT-3600L cartridge, ensuring high-quality sound reproduction. The Sharp RP-TT100 will be available in the U.K. and E.U. from October 2025 and is priced at £179.99 / €199, making it an attractive option for those looking to invest in a quality turntable.

With record pressing plants working at full speed to keep up with demand and turntable manufacturers doing brisk business, the Sharp RP-TT100 is set to play a significant role in the continuing resurgence of vinyl. The future of vinyl is spinning bright, and Sharp is ready to take its place in it.

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