Korg Handytraxx TUBE JICO, Portable Record Player with JICO Clipper MM Cartridge

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