Tiny Vinyl, a company that specializes in miniature records, has recently expanded its offerings with a range of tiny accessories, including a new record player, crate, and display frame. These accessories are designed to enhance the experience of collecting and listening to these miniature records, which are essentially a modern take on HitClips. The company's co-founder, Neil Kohler, stated that these new products are a direct response to fan requests, aiming to provide music lovers with everything they need to build their own little Tiny Vinyl universe. The new Tiny Vinyl Player, priced at $49.99, is a manual belt-drive turntable in a box with a faux leather exterior and built-in speakers. It supports Bluetooth and wired speakers, making it a versatile and accessible option for music enthusiasts. However, the player's audio quality is somewhat limited, with tinny and muffled sound, which is to be expected for its price point. The Tiny Vinyl Storage Crate, priced at $19.99, can hold up to 30 records and is designed to sit beneath the player. The 2x2 Display Frame, priced at $14.99, is meant to showcase four favorite Tiny Vinyl covers, but its build quality is somewhat lacking, with initial review units splitting in several spots and dried adhesive on some corners. The Tiny Vinyl records themselves are playable on many standard turntables at 33 RPM, making them accessible to a wide range of music lovers. The vinyl revival, which has been brewing for nearly two decades, has been fueled by nostalgia, consumers' growing interest in owning physical media, and popular artists like Taylor Swift embracing the format. Tiny Vinyl records, which are chart-eligible with the RIAA and Billboard, are yet more variants to hunt down, adding to the excitement and collectability of the miniature records. However, the company's new accessories are not without their flaws, and the audio quality of the player is somewhat limited. Nevertheless, the Tiny Vinyl universe continues to expand, offering music lovers a unique and engaging way to enjoy their favorite artists' singles in physical format.
