{"id":146990,"date":"2025-01-24T20:37:48","date_gmt":"2025-01-25T02:37:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/?p=146990"},"modified":"2025-01-24T20:37:48","modified_gmt":"2025-01-25T02:37:48","slug":"korg-intros-handtraxx-line-of-portable-turntables-at-2025-namm-show","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/content\/2025\/01\/24\/korg-intros-handtraxx-line-of-portable-turntables-at-2025-namm-show\/","title":{"rendered":"Korg Intros handtraxx Line Of Portable Turntables At 2025 NAMM Show"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-146990 gallery-columns-3 gallery-size-medium'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/content\/2025\/01\/24\/korg-intros-handtraxx-line-of-portable-turntables-at-2025-namm-show\/handtraxx-play-turntable\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"320\" height=\"149\" src=\"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-play-turntable-e1737771268134-320x149.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-play-turntable-e1737771268134-320x149.png 320w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-play-turntable-e1737771268134-728x339.png 728w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-play-turntable-e1737771268134-768x357.png 768w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-play-turntable-e1737771268134-645x300.png 645w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-play-turntable-e1737771268134.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/content\/2025\/01\/24\/korg-intros-handtraxx-line-of-portable-turntables-at-2025-namm-show\/korg-handtraxx-play\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"320\" height=\"244\" src=\"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/korg-handtraxx-play-320x244.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/korg-handtraxx-play-320x244.png 320w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/korg-handtraxx-play-728x554.png 728w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/korg-handtraxx-play-768x585.png 768w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/korg-handtraxx-play-394x300.png 394w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/korg-handtraxx-play.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/content\/2025\/01\/24\/korg-intros-handtraxx-line-of-portable-turntables-at-2025-namm-show\/handtraxx-play-case\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"320\" height=\"244\" src=\"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-play-case-320x244.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-play-case-320x244.png 320w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-play-case-728x554.png 728w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-play-case-768x585.png 768w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-play-case-394x300.png 394w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-play-case.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p>At the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/content\/tag\/2025-namm-show\/\">2025 NAMM Show<\/a>, held Jan 21\u201325 in Anaheim, CA, <strong>Korg<\/strong> has introduced the <strong>handytraxx<\/strong> line of portable turntables.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Handy Trax<\/strong>, originally created by <strong>Vestax<\/strong>, redefined portable turntables by giving users the freedom to play and scratch records anywhere. Beloved by DJs and vinyl enthusiasts alike, it helped spark the rise of &#8220;portablism&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>Now, Korg has introduced an updated take, with the handytraxx. Developed in collaboration with <strong>Toshihide Nakama<\/strong>, former President of Vestax and co-creator of the Handy Trax, the handytraxx play retains the essence of the original while introducing several new features. These include digital effects, a built-in looper, and high-quality controls that make it possible to physically \u201cplay\u201d with records on the go.<\/p>\n<p>Korg introduced four versions of the handytraxx. Here&#8217;s the official intro to the base model, the <strong>handytraxx play<\/strong>:<br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"handytraxx play: Portable vinyl performance, perfected.\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IhYyXybJ8ic?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>The handtraxx play features a portable design, three built-in effects, looping, scratching support and more.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Introducing the Handytraxx Tube: A New \u2018Spin\u2019 on Analog\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ndbn4BD4OYk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>The <strong>handytraxx tube<\/strong> has a similar design, but with a focus on listening to records, instead of performing with them.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s what they have to say about it:<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">&#8220;Each component has been meticulously crafted to prioritise sound quality, including an aluminium die-cast platter* for precise and stable rotation, a balanced tone arm featuring an MM cartridge, and a phono amp powered by Korg\u2019s innovative Nutube next-generation vacuum tube.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Unlike the average turntable, the handytraxx tube maximises sound quality with the warmth of a triode vacuum tube and incorporates unique features, while remaining remarkably compact.&#8221;<\/p>\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Ultimate Vinyl Experience with Handytraxx 1bit\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LjG7TCbC9_s?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>Next up is the <strong>handytraxx 1bit<\/strong>, which is designed for playing records and archiving them as digital audio files.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s what they have to say about it:<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">&#8220;The handytraxx 1bit is the flagship model in the handytraxx series, offering state-of-the-art recording capabilities. Capture the essence of your vinyl in stunning 5.6 MHz, 1-bit (DSD) format, delivering 5.6 million samples per second for unparalleled sound quality.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Whether you\u2019re digitizing a priceless vinyl library or enjoying casual playback, the handytraxx 1bit is the perfect solution for every vinyl enthusiast.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-sexy-turntable.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-146995\" src=\"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-sexy-turntable-728x364.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-sexy-turntable-728x364.png 728w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-sexy-turntable-320x160.png 320w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-sexy-turntable-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-sexy-turntable-600x300.png 600w, https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-sexy-turntable.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Finally, Korg introduced the <strong>handytraxx tube J<\/strong>, created in collaboration with <strong>JICO<\/strong>, a manufacturer of high-quality analog audio styli and cartridges.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s what they have to say about it:<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">&#8220;The cartridge and styli are the heart of any turntable, and even modest systems can achieve significantly improved sound with high-quality components. To meet the challenge of delivering exceptional sound quality in a portable, all-in-one player, the handytraxx tube J incorporates the precision-engineered Clipper cartridge, ensuring a listening experience that is rich, detailed, and true to the original recording.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pricing and Availability:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Korg handytraxx<\/strong> turntables are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.korg.com\/us\/\">available<\/a> now to pre-order, with the following pricing:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Korg handytraxx play<\/strong> &#8211; $399.99 USD<\/li>\n<li><strong>Korg handytraxx tube<\/strong> &#8211; $799.99 USD<\/li>\n<li><strong>Korg handytraxx 1bit<\/strong> &#8211; $999.99 USD<\/li>\n<li><strong>Korg handytraxx tube J<\/strong> &#8211; $1,199.99 USD<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At the 2025 NAMM Show, Korg has introduced the handytraxx line of portable turntables.&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/content\/2025\/01\/24\/korg-intros-handtraxx-line-of-portable-turntables-at-2025-namm-show\/\">Read More <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Korg Intros handtraxx Line Of Portable Turntables At 2025 NAMM Show<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":146995,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[17],"tags":[35524,30610,359,397],"class_list":["post-146990","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dj","tag-2025-namm-show","tag-dj","tag-korg","tag-turntables"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handtraxx-sexy-turntable.png","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/146990","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=146990"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/146990\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":146996,"href":"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/146990\/revisions\/146996"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/146995"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=146990"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=146990"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.synthtopia.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=146990"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}