Spinbase: Powered Speaker Base for Turntables

A project in North Andover, MA by Andover Audio
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Compact, High-Performance Speaker Base Designed for Your Favorite Vinyl Player.
Backers: 66
Average Pledge Per Backer: $215

Funded: $14,178 of $25,000
Dates: Oct 31st -> Nov 30th (31 days)
Project By: Andover Audio
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Latest News

Spinbase Purchase Information

November 29th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

Spinbase Demo 4: Low Bass Test 🔊

November 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Backers, Many have asked about Spinbase's sonic range, especially when it comes to reproducing low bass frequencies. We created this demo for you!  🎧 recommended for critical listening.  Music: The Greatest Showman (LP) - "This is Me"... (Read More)

Spinbase Unboxing!

November 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Backers, Here's an unboxing of a Spinbase Black – fresh from the factory! We are now performing final mechanical and audio tests of the sample unit, to ensure you will have the best product experience. Thank you,  - James DiPaolo | Andover... (Read More)

Final Stretch

November 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers, If each backer got one friend to purchase a $200 Spinbase, we would most likely reach our Kickstarter goal!  Who do you know? :¬) - James DiPaolo | Andover Audio  (Read More)

Spinbase Production Update #5 - PCBs and Factory Automation

November 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Backers, Another manufacturing update for you: Here is a video showing Spinbase PCBs being put together with automated assembly. The PCB is the brain of the product, making sure everything works correctly and the product delivers high-quality... (Read More)

Spinbase Demo 3

November 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Backers, Here is our third Spinbase demo video, featuring Gregory Porter's "Be Good" LP.  This record received plenty of spins at Capital Audiofest and NY Audio Show. Every song is as beautiful as the first.  I hope you enjoy this excerpt... (Read More)

Win a U-Turn Turntable

November 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Backers, With one more week to go on our campaign, we have an exciting offer to announce to all backers. If we reach our funding goal of $25k, each Spinbase unit pledge enters the backer to win a FREE U-Turn Orbit Basic turntable (any color). ... (Read More)

Audio Demo: Spinbase Improves a Cheap Record Player!

November 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backer, You'll get a kick out of this!  Listen to how Spinbase makes a common portable record player actually sound listenable. Send this to a friend or family member who owns one. They don't know what they've been missing (from the music).... (Read More)

"The Nightfly" LP playing on a Spinbase

November 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey there backer, Here is the first of a few videos demonstrating Spinbase with high-quality audio. We're kicking it off with "The Nightfly" LP by Donald Fagen. Any fans? The record is playing on a U-Turn Orbit turntable, which is plugged into... (Read More)

Sound&Vision quote about Spinbase

November 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Michael Trei from Sound&Vision auditioned Spinbase at the New York Audio Show.  (Read More)

Enter the Speaker Dimension

November 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Follow @andoveraudio on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, ... and the Twilight Zone. 😆  (Read More)

Spinbase Production - Update #4

November 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Backers, Your Spinbase units are currently being made as I type this note. Acoustic cabinets, speaker drivers, and electronics are being assembled together into single units,  upon which freshly painted knobs and metal grills will be mounted... (Read More)

Spinbase Production - Update #3

November 11th - via: kickstarter.com
We are producing the metal magnets that go into the woofer speakers.  (Read More)

Watch the Replay of our Spinbase Demo and Q+A!

November 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Post by andoveraudio.  (Read More)

FB Live Tonight @ 8:00PM EST

November 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Join us today for a live Spinbase demo.  8:00PM EST on our Event Page.  (Read More)

Spinbase Production is Underway - Update #2

November 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Various parts used in Spinbase are being completed and inspected. Starting from top: Top Panel, Knobs, Metal Panels, Tooled Speaker Parts.  (Read More)

Spinbase Production is Underway - Update #1

November 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Spinbase production is underway. Here you can see the Andover Audio logo being engraved into the top pieces of the product enclosure. More soon. You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Replay with sound Play with sound 00:00... (Read More)

Reminder: Upcoming Live Spinbase Demo and Q+A

November 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Hang out with Bob and James for a Live Spinbase Demo and ask us questions. Wednesday 8:00PM (EST) on Facebook. Select "GOING" on the facebook event page to be reminded.  Bob and James, pictured here with the Model One Record Player, from which... (Read More)

Facebook live with Chief Engineer Bob Hazelwood

November 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Join us for a Facebook Live stream this Wednesday, 8:00PM (EST). We will demo Spinbase with a turntable, record player, echo dot and more. A variety of music will be used. If you’re international or can’t make it, catch the replay. If you’re... (Read More)

CAF Audio Show Recap - Facebook Live Video

November 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Backers, Here is our CAF show recap, qued to when Chief Engineer Bob Hazelwood talks about Spinbase: Facebook Link.  Tune in next Wednesday afternoon (EST), as we demonstrate Spinbase with a turntable, record player, Alexa Dot, and who knows... (Read More)

The Spinbase Concept

November 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Backers, Every day at shows, people walk into our rooms with the preconception that it is impossible to do what Andover Audio has uniquely accomplished: putting a turntable next to a powerful speaker system, without a feedback loop starting... (Read More)

Capital Audiofest Update #3

November 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
🚨Join us for a live Q+A on Facebook. Sunday, Nov 3 at 4:00PM EST!! Tell your friends to join. :) Www.Facebook.com/andoveraudio  (Read More)

Capital Audio Fest (Update #2)

November 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Bob Hazelwood, the mad scientist behind Spinbase, speaks to fellow vinyl lovers about the unit. The response so far has been very positive! You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Replay with sound Play with sound 00:00 00:00  (Read More)

Spinbase Making Its First Public Appearance at Capital AudioFest

October 31st - via: kickstarter.com
A couple of us are exhibiting Spinbase at the Capital Audiofest in Maryland. The show is Nov 1-3. It's the first public demonstration of the product, so we can't wait for show attendees to hear it! If you know someone in the area, tell them to stop... (Read More)

Spinbase turntable speaker base

October 31st - via: geeky-gadgets.com
If your vinyl record turntable could do with a dedicated speaker, you may be interested in a new high-performance speaker specifically designed to provide a base for turntables aptly named Spinbase. (Read More)

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