Items Included
- JBL Spinner BT Manual Two-Speed Turntable with Bluetooth (Black and Gold)
- Drive Belt
- Aluminum Platter
- Felt Mat
- Headshell and Cartridge
- 45 rpm Adapter
- Power Supply
- Dust Cover
- 2 x Dust Cover Hinge
- Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Key Features
- Plays 33 1/3 and 45 rpm Vinyl Records
- Bluetooth 5.2 with Qualcomm aptX HD
- Manual Belt-Drive Operation
- RCA Output with Switchable Phono EQ
- Removable Headshell
- Preinstalled AT3600L Type-MM Cartridge
- Adjustable Counterweight
- Adjustable Antiskate
Enjoy an easy setup and wireless listening with the black and gold Spinner BT Manual Two-Speed Turntable from JBL. The Spinner BT lets you listen to records anyway you choose. With a switchable RCA line/phono out, as well as Bluetooth with aptX HD, the Spinner BT can be connected to practically any sound system or wireless headphone.
Featuring a preinstalled and aligned headshell and cartridge, setup is straightforward and simple. For more advanced users, the counterweight and antiskate can be adjusted for precise tracking, and with the removable headshell, upgrading the cartridge is easy.
Bluetooth with AptX-HD
The JBL Spinner BT quickly pairs with your Bluetooth speakers or headphones to instantly connect to your record collection. Using aptX-HD encoding, high-fidelity transmission is possible.
High-Quality Components
Hear the quality of records without destroying them in the process. The high-quality aluminum tonearm ensures excellent tracking of the record groove without wearing it out. The wooden plinth ensures excellent sound over plastic alternatives, whilst being more sustainable.
Aluminum Platter and Belt Drive
The aluminum platter is driven by a belt-drive motor with an optical sensor underneath to ensure your records are played at perfect 33 or 45 rpm speeds.
Moving Magnet Cartridge Preinstalled
Use the JBL Spinner BT straight from the box with a moving magnet cartridge already installed and aligned.
Inputs/Outputs
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Wireless
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| Mobile App Compatible |
Power
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| AC Input Power | |
| DC Input Power |
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Michael Jones –
I am quite impressed by the Spinner, the quality of the deck is a lot better than I expected. The Bluetooth sounds truly far better than I expected of a turntable as I was most weary of the transfer from the needle to the speaker, but the quality and the amplification of the music is spot on and also somehow louder than running through my analogue speakers. One of the reasons I wanted to get a Bluetooth turntable was because of a company like JBL specifically thinking of Bluetooth connectivity and sound while considering the rest of the turntable and what the needle will pick up to the speaker. It really does seem like a lot of consideration was done in this area. One thing I found funny with the Bluetooth is that it continues to play through the analogue port while connected to Bluetooth and the delay between these two outputs is not so significant. Enough for me to hear but pretty close in timing. I also was worried about the quality of the needle provided cause I am used to using my Ortfon Red at this point but I have been impressed with how nice it sounds, I did order another cartridge that has more capabilities to upgrade. I think that is potentially the biggest miss, where the more expensive version of the JBL table comes with an Ortfon stylus this one comes with an Audio Technica stylus that doesn’t have a lot of upgrade options. I think if you were considering those things the AT-VMN would’ve been a better choice for a path forward.
One of the biggest frustrations I had with this turntable was something many people probably wouldn’t be worried about when getting it but I wanted a deck that was more automatic. The description of the features for this turntable are a little confusing and it says there is Auto Start / Stop. My assumption here was that it also included an Auto Return feature, for the tonearm to be put back in place after the record ended. That is not the case, the feature is for when the stylus is above the record the turntable starts spinning, then when it reaches the end of the record it stops. However, it doesn’t stop so immediately, I have noticed it can be around 10+ clicks of the end of the record. For some that might be a major annoyance, and I am not a big fan of it but I prefer it to nothing. I have never used a turntable with this kind of a feature, so it was a bit of an adjustment for me and initially I wasn’t even sure it was going to stop cause it took so long (or really what felt long at the time). But as I have continued to spin records on it I have found it not to be as much of a problem and I really do love this turntable in so many ways.
The final thing I’ll say is one of the best things that has come from this new turntable for our household is I have been able to connect it to our JBL Extreme speaker and take my vinyl to the kitchen while I’m cleaning or cooking or to the porch while I’m relaxing. It is really a pretty wonderful and feature packed turntable for the money. I’m hoping my experience continues as such but for now I have only had it for about a week but it’s been great and the family is having alot of fun with it.
To note I also have a Denon DP-300F and U-turn Orbit in the house, both with Ortfon Red stylus’ and I love them as well, but they don’t have the features the Spinner does.
Michael Jones –
Young –
I purchased the JBL Spinner BT turntable as a part of the Music Lover Pro Bundle with the Authentics 300 speaker. Reviewing it alone, the Spinner is an impressive blend of modern technology and vintage appeal, offering a unique listening experience for those who want to enjoy the warmth of vinyl with the convenience of Bluetooth.
The unit feels solid and sturdy with a sleek, minimalist design. It strikes a nice balance between retro charm and modern functionality. The platter is driven by a classic belt-drive configuration, and the cartridge is supplied by Audio-Technica, the moving-magnet AT3600L.
Bluetooth functionality allows you to easily connect to wireless speakers or headphones, providing flexibility for modern listening setups. It pairs effortlessly with Bluetooth speakers or headphones, allowing you to enjoy vinyl without the need for wired connections. The Bluetooth range is solid, and the connection is stable, so you won’t experience dropouts during listening sessions. The turntable supports aptX HD, but you will need a speaker that supports it (unfortunately the Authentics 300 does not).
Beyond Bluetooth, the Spinner BT offers traditional RCA outputs to connect to an external amp or speakers. These outputs offer the phono level direct from the cartridge, ready to plug into a phono stage or an amplifier’s phono input or, if you can flick the preamp switch on the rear, you get a line-level output suitable to feed into any standard amplifier input, or direct into active speakers.
The Spinner BT delivers a rich sound typical of vinyl. The audio quality is crisp – upper mids and highs were a little pronounced – with decent bass depth. While I wouldn’t compare it to the absolute fidelity of higher-end audiophile turntables, the sound is perfect for me and, I suspect, most listeners. I tried it with Bluetooth as well as through the internal phono preamp. There was a noticeable difference, of course it was expected, meaning JBL did a nice job pairing the electronics with the cartridge.
The JBL Spinner BT Turntable is the perfect unit for anyone who wants to break out their old records without putting them on some suitcase player bought online. It strikes a great balance between classic turntable design and modern tech, offering convenience and good sound quality. While audiophiles might seek more refined options, the Spinner BT is perfect for casual listeners and those who want a reliable, Bluetooth-enabled turntable at an accessible price point. Whether you’re a vinyl newcomer or a casual collector, this turntable will likely meet most of your needs. I’m thrilled with it!
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Donald H. –
I’ve wanted a Bluetooth turntable for a little while now so I got the JBL Spinner BT. So far I like it a lot. The only things I would’ve done differently is maybe put the power switch and Bluetooth connect button in a more accessible location, not the back. Also, there’s no place to keep the little 45 adapter. I would have put a post or something on top to keep it from sliding around. I also would have made the tonearm up and down lever the lighter color of the anti skate adjust dial as it’s pretty hard to see when the lights are low. I’ve run it on Bluetooth and wired analogue and I can’t tell the difference. In all I’ll say this is a great addition to my system. Nice work Jbl!
Donald H. –