Description
The Korg handytraxx tube J is a limited-edition portable record player developed in collaboration with JICO, a renowned manufacturer of high-quality analog audio components. Featuring JICO’s Clipper MM Cartridge, this turntable delivers exceptional sound fidelity, making it an ideal choice for vinyl enthusiasts who seek a premium Hi-Fi experience in a portable format. The Clipper MM Cartridge is engineered for superior audio precision, offering compatibility with JICO’s N44-7 and N44G styli, along with its exclusive CRCP/MK1 stylus. With its balanced center of gravity and Tapered-S Cantilever, it ensures accurate stereo imaging and smooth tracking for a truly immersive listening experience.
Bringing together KORG’s expertise in electronic music technology and JICO’s legacy in analog audio craftsmanship, the handytraxx tube J combines portability with high-end sound quality. It features a die-cast aluminum platter for stable rotation, a counterweighted tonearm for precise tracking, and a Nutube phono EQ that enhances harmonics for a warm, authentic vinyl sound. The built-in stereo speakers come with BASS and TREBLE tone controls, allowing users to fine-tune their audio experience. USB connectivity enables direct recording to a PC via AudioGate 4, supporting multiple file formats. Designed for both home and mobile use, it can be powered via USB Type-C or six AA batteries, ensuring convenience and flexibility for vinyl lovers on the go.
Product Specifications:
Drive System: Belt drive (CPU-controlled rotation compensation)
Motor: DC servo motor
Speeds: 33-1/3, 45, 78 RPM
Platter: Aluminum die-cast
Wow and Flutter: < 0.15% (WTD) at 3 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: > 70 dB (DIN-B)
Output Levels:
Phono: 230mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
Line: Max 2.3 Vp2 THD 1%
Headphones: Max 80 mW (32Ω) THD 1%
Speakers: 2 x Max 2.5 W (THD 1%, 4Ω)
Phono Preamp & EQ:
Gain: 38 dB
Equalizer Curve: RIAA
Tone & Tube Control
Bass: 130 Hz, ±8 dB
Treble: 5.5 kHz, ±8 dB
Tube Gain: 0 to 6 dB
JICO Clipper MM Cartridge
Tip Material: Solid natural diamond
Tip Shape: Conical (0.12 mm)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Output Voltage: 5.0 mV – 8.0 mV
Load Impedance: 47 kΩ
DC Resistance: 1.38 kΩ
Channel Balance: ≤1.5 dB
Channel Separation: 20 dB
Cantilever: JICO Original Tapered S-Cantilever (Aluminum)
Tracking Force: 2.0 g ±0.2 g
Stylus Life: 200 hours
Weight: 16.7 g (including headshell)
USB Audio:
1 x USB-B 2.0 (Output)
1 x USB-C (Power only)
PCM 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz, 16-bit, USB 2.0 (Full Speed)
Audio I/O:
1 x RCA (Stereo Line Out)
1 x 3.5 mm TRS Headphone Output
Power Supply: AC Adapter (included)
Battery Type: 6 x AA
DC Input: 5V DC
Power Consumption: 2.35 W
Color: Black
Dimensions: 13.9 x 18.43 x 9.09 inches
Weight: 8.98 lbs