I’m always on the lookout for new eye-catching, budget turntables, with one of my favourites, the super-affordable Gadhouse Brad Retro MKII record player, launching last summer.
But my loyalties to that particular player are being severely tested thanks to the colourful and smart-looking Majority Stylo and Folio turntables.
Let’s look at the Stylo first. Majority say the range has been designed for music fans taking their first steps into the world of vinyl, or those looking to upgrade their beginner turntable.
The Stylo is available in five distinct colours, making it stand out from the crowd: Blackout, Sol Yellow, British Racing Green, Blue Steel and Oxblood. The two-speed, belt-driven Stylo features Bluetooth 5.3, has a built-in preamp and RCA line and phono connections. There’s an adjustable counterweight, aluminium platter and has anti-skate control.
In addition, it boasts an Audio-Technica AT3600L moving magnet cartridge, carbon fibre tonearm and the stylus is replaceable.
The Majority Stylo is available right now for £159.95.
On to the Majority Folio and the main difference between it and the Stylo is that it features in-built stereo speakers. It’s also has Bluetooth and features USB recording so you can turn your vinyl collection into digital files through your computer. There’s also RCA output, AUX input, and a headphone connection.
The Folio also has s-shaped tonearm, adjustable counterweight, in-built pre-amp and the same Audio-Technica cartridge that’s in the Stylo.
Available in Plywood, Blackout, Sol Yellow, British Racing Green, Blue Steel and Oxblood, the Folio is priced a £169.95.
Specs
Majority Stylo
- Bluetooth 5.3 output for compatible Bluetooth speakers and headphones
- Belt drive turntable
- 33⅓ and 45 RPM playback
- Audio-Technica AT3600L moving magnet cartridge
- Replaceable stylus
- Carbon fibre straight tonearm
- Adjustable counterweight
- Anti-skate adjustment
- Aluminium platter
- Built in pre-amp
- RCA line and phono output
- Ground connection
- Pitch control
- Phono/Line switch
- Dust cover included
Majority Folio
- Bluetooth 5.3 input and output
- USB playback and USB recording
- Belt drive turntable
- 33⅓ and 45 RPM playback
- Audio-Technica AT3600L moving magnet cartridge
- Replaceable stylus
- S-shaped tonearm
- Adjustable counterweight
- Aluminium platter
- Built in pre-amp
- RCA output
- 3.5 mm headphone output
- AUX input
- Pitch control
- USB controls
- Dust cover included
