Who Says Vinyl Belongs in the Living Room? Imagine Listening in a Mountain Cabin
Imagine spending a weekend in a beautiful mountain cabin, surrounded by breathtaking scenery, with your favourite vinyl album playing in the background. Perhaps it’s a quiet morning with a cup of coffee beside the window, or a relaxing evening after a long day outdoors. For vinyl enthusiasts, moments like these are even better with music, but hauling a conventional turntable along isn’t exactly practical. Thorens wants to change that with its new Coturn CT-Two, a portable turntable designed to bring vinyl listening beyond the traditional living room.
The new model combines a compact design with a CNC-milled aluminum chassis, Gorilla Glass touch controls, a retractable tonearm, and a rechargeable battery offering up to 20 hours of playback. Measuring 317.5 × 127 × 25.4 mm (12.5 × 5 × 1 inches) and weighing approximately 1.2 kg, the Coturn CT-Two is considerably easier to transport than a conventional turntable.
Thorens Coturn CT-Two brings vinyl playback beyond the living room
Despite its portable dimensions, the Coturn CT-Two is designed to accommodate different vinyl formats. It supports 7-, 10- and 12-inch records and offers two standard playback speeds, 33 1/3 and 45 rpm.
The construction is particularly interesting. Rather than using a conventional plastic enclosure, Thorens has opted for a CNC-milled aluminum chassis with an anodized finish. The touch-sensitive controls are positioned beneath a Gorilla Glass surface, providing access to the turntable’s main functions while giving the device a distinctive premium appearance.
The retractable tonearm is another important part of the design, allowing it to be folded into the body when the turntable isn’t being used. Thorens has also equipped the CT-Two with a built-in moving-magnet cartridge and phono preamplifier, so owners don’t need a separate phono stage to connect it to a compatible audio system.
Bluetooth aptX HD and AAC bring wireless vinyl listening
Thorens has equipped the Coturn CT-Two with Bluetooth connectivity supporting both aptX HD and AAC codecs. This allows music to be transmitted wirelessly to compatible Bluetooth speakers and headphones, making it possible to enjoy records without connecting the turntable to a traditional audio system.
Interestingly, the manufacturer has decided not to include built-in speakers. Instead, the CT-Two relies on external audio equipment for sound reproduction. This gives owners the flexibility to use their preferred wireless speakers or headphones, depending on how they want to listen.
There are also wired listening options. The turntable features a dedicated 3.5 mm headphone output, with volume controlled through the touch-sensitive controls. This means you can connect wired headphones directly without needing a separate headphone amplifier.
A second 3.5 mm connection provides a line-level output. Thanks to the integrated phono preamplifier, the CT-Two can be connected to an amplifier, receiver or compatible active speakers using an appropriate cable. This makes it more versatile than a portable record player designed exclusively for wireless listening.
Up to 20 hours of battery life for listening away from home
Battery life is arguably one of the most appealing aspects of the Thorens Coturn CT-Two. Its rechargeable battery provides up to 20 hours of playback, allowing owners to enjoy extended listening sessions without constantly looking for a power outlet. Charging is handled through USB-C.
Thorens also offers an optional protective carrying case to make transportation more convenient and help protect the turntable while travelling. The case is sold separately and is designed to make carrying the device and its accessories easier.
The Coturn CT-Two is an interesting proposition for vinyl enthusiasts who would like to take their listening habits beyond the traditional listening room. Whether it’s a weekend in a mountain cabin, a stay at a countryside retreat or simply a different room at home, its compact dimensions and battery-powered operation offer additional flexibility.
After all, there’s something special about putting on a favourite record and enjoying it in a completely different setting. Thorens’ new portable turntable is built around precisely that idea: your vinyl collection doesn’t always have to stay beside your hi-fi rack.
