Ion Max LP review
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- Manual
- USB output
- Preamp
- Built-in speakers
The Ion Max LP is a reasonably priced record player that comes with a USB connection, allowing you to convert your vinyl collection into a digital format through your computer. It also features built-in stereo speakers and a headphone output so you can listen to it without needing to connect to anything else. With these useful looking features, the Ion Max LP record player looks like it could be a bargain, but how good is its crucial attribute - sound quality?
What's included:- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What's the sound like?
- What's it like to use?
- Is there anything I should watch out for?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Should I buy it?
First reviewed by Which?
February 2016
Released
March 2014
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