Items Included
- Yamaha MusicCast VINYL 500 Wireless Two-Speed Stereo Turntable (White)
- Stereo RCA Cable
- Dust Cover
- 2 x Dust Cover Hinges
- 45 rpm Adapter
- Platter Sheet
- Counterweight
- Assembly Hardware
- AC Adapter
- Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Key Features
- Plays 33 1/3 and 45 rpm Vinyl Records
- Built-In Phono Preamp
- RCA Phono/Line Output
- Built-In Wi-Fi & Ethernet Connectivity
- Bluetooth, AirPlay, Spotify Connect
- Die-Cast Aluminum Platter
- Includes MM Cartridge
Enjoy your vinyl 33 1/3 and 45 rpm records through your stereo system wirelessly or via RCA cables with the white Yamaha MusicCast VINYL 500 Wireless Two-Speed Stereo Turntable. It features an 8.8″ tonearm tipped with a moving magnet (MM) cartridge and is equipped with Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, MusicCast, and AirPlay connectivity to provide modern connection options. Spotify Connect is onboard, allowing you to stream Spotify from your compatible device through the turntable to your sound system. The turntable also has an RCA phono output with a built-in preamp and an RCA line output to provide additional connection options.
Wireless Transmission
Adding a modern spin to an “old-school” medium, you can wirelessly connect the MusicCast VINYL 500 turntable to your MusicCast speakers, receiver, or other devices to enjoy your record collection without cables.
Designed for Versatility
With the VINYL 500, you can keep the music going by streaming from your music services via Wi-Fi, AirPlay, or Spotify Connect. Connect the turntable to add wireless connectivity to your existing stereo setup.
MusicCast Multi-Room Technology
With MusicCast multi-room technology and additional MusicCast speakers, you can share and listen to your record collection throughout the house.
App Control
With the MusicCast app, you can create favorites and control your multi-room music experience.
Voice Control with Alexa and MusicCast
Connect the VINYL 500 to your Amazon Alexa-powered device for hands-free control of your music streaming and multi-room setup.
Additional Features
- Static-balanced straight tonearm helps provide an open sound
- Belt-driven platter engineered for high inertia with a DC motor for stable rotation
- Built-in phono preamp for line or phono output to your legacy stereo system
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Henry –
The VINYL 500 arrived as tracked, was well packaged and all components were included. Set up was straight forward except for wireless speakers (hardwire audio output was easy). I bought 2 Yamaha WX-010 multicast speakers to work wireless with the 500. After working with Yamaha technical support (including 2nd level) the system works well – great sound – (500 plus stereo wireless speakers). Because my main wireless is busy, there are some dropouts I may try to work with Yamaha to try the hardwire network or add another wireless extension. Great customer technical support.
Henry –
Bert –
Very good sound quality. I would highly recommend this turntable.
Bert –
Michael –
I have a hidden installation starting off with a Rx-V485 so the idea of using Musiccast appealed to me so that the Turntable can be placed anywhere. This will also provide the option of adding MusicCast speakers in various locations too.
Setup was easy following the steps and the digital sources (Pandora, Tidal etc.) worked well however when going to the turntable, it seems the quality of the Wi-Fi Network becomes a factor.
The solution for me was to place the turntable closer to the router. The router I have is also hidden and may not be the best place to put it but practicality sometimes wins over (a.k.a Wife factor)…..I suspect that when going analog the bandwidth demands are more, so the connection might be tougher to maintain.
Overall, the unit works well and is fun to get back to vinyl. I wouldn’t say that this is audiophile grade but it’s no slouch either. The Stylus is an Audio-Technica 3600, so it is a entry-mid tier stylus.
But given the convenience of being able to connect wirelessly is nice to have.
Michael –