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The Victrola Soundstage is a soundbase for turntables and record players.
It can replace bookshelf or tabletop speakers in a vinyl setup.
It sits under your turntable to save space.
Modern vinyl enthusiasts often face two options: spend money and time building a hi-fi system complete with external speakers, receivers, and a multitude of wires, or opt for a compact, all-in-one system that sacrifices sound quality for convenience. Victrola's CES 2026 announcement aims to bridge this gap for its customers, offering a high-quality solution to a wide range of listeners.
A speaker for under your player
The Victrola Soundstage is the company's first soundbase, a compact speaker that goes under your record player, offering wireless connectivity, high-quality sound, and a compact design. It's an option for people who don't want to invest in the potentially time-consuming process of building a vinyl system but still need to save space.
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I demoed the Soundstage at CES 2026, and it's a promising speaker for vinyl beginners and dedicated hobbyists. Here's why.
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