Well add the USB turntable [1] to the list of USB items I probably don't need, but sound really cool. The handy gadget allows you to liberate all your antiquated vinyl by connecting it directly to your computer.
Simply plug the turntable into the USB port on your PC (Windows or Mac) and use the included Audacity software to rip your vinyl directly to MP3 (or WAV format) for playback on all your newfangled devices like the iPod. You can even use the Audacity software to give your vinyl a digital facelift by removing unsightly clicks and pops. It costs $169.99. For more about the turntable, just
- Professional quality turntable connects to your PC via USB
- Rip your vinyl directly to MP3 or WAV format
- Ships with Audacity software (compatible with PC and Mac) for removing clicks, pops, and other undesirable characteristics of vinyl
- Audacity supports high-speed recording, then returns music to original playback speed
- Audacity software includes ability to export to WAV and MP3
- Anti-skating control for increased stereo balance
- Support for both 33.33 and 45 RPM playback speeds
- Plug and Play USB compatibility with both PC and Mac
- Packaged with all necessary cables to interconnect with both a computer and stereo playback system