Introduction
The 1 BY ONE High Fidelity Belt Drive Record Player is an all-in-one turntable with built-in speakers, a belt-drive mechanism and a moving-magnet cartridge. It is aimed at listeners who want to play records without assembling a separate hi-fi system.
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Its natural home is a bedroom, study, office or small living room where convenience and tidy styling matter. It is a more credible step than a basic suitcase-style player, but it should not be confused with a full separates turntable and speaker package.
For buyers comparing similar 1byone products, this review refers to the H009 / 1-AD07US02 all-in-one model associated with ASIN B086WTSMQH. That distinction matters because 1byone sells other belt-drive and all-in-one models with different specifications.
Design and build
The H009 has a compact wooden-look, walnut-style plinth that is designed to sit comfortably on furniture rather than resemble traditional hi-fi separates. The built-in speaker layout keeps the footprint simple, while the removable dust cover and full-size 30 cm die-cast aluminium platter give it a more substantial format than a portable suitcase player.
Construction is based around a manual belt-drive deck with a static-balance straight tonearm and adjustable counterweight. The cartridge is an Audio-Technica moving-magnet type from the AT3600 family, which is a better foundation than the ceramic cartridges often found on very cheap record players.
Controls and connections are focused on everyday practicality. The unit includes RCA outputs with a phono/line switch, a 3.5 mm aux input, Bluetooth input and manual controls for record playback.
The integrated design is also its main compromise. Built-in speakers make the player neat and self-contained, but they introduce the usual limits of small drivers sharing a cabinet with the turntable mechanism.
Features
The headline feature is the all-in-one layout: turntable, phono preamp, amplifier and speakers are combined in one unit. That means new vinyl buyers can get started without choosing powered speakers, a receiver or an external phono stage.
The switchable RCA output is important because it gives the player a route beyond its built-in speakers. LINE mode can feed powered speakers or a normal aux input, while PHONO mode is intended for an amplifier or phono stage with a suitable phono input.
Bluetooth is included, but only as an input. In practice, a phone, tablet or computer can stream music through the record player’s internal speakers, but the turntable is not designed to send vinyl wirelessly to Bluetooth headphones or Bluetooth speakers.
Other useful features include 33⅓ and 45 rpm playback, auto-stop behaviour, a replaceable stylus and a replaceable belt. There is no supported evidence for 78 rpm playback, and the tonearm does not return automatically at the end of a record.
Setup
Setup is more involved than a suitcase player because the platter, belt and tonearm need proper attention. The belt must be fitted around the motor pulley, the platter settled, the counterweight adjusted and the tracking force set for the supplied cartridge.
Once assembled, normal use is simple but hands-on. You choose the speed, cue the arm with the lift lever, lower it onto the record and lift it back at the end.
Care is worthwhile because poor setup can affect tracking, sound and speed stability. A level surface, clean stylus and correctly fitted belt are particularly important for this model.
Performance
Day-to-day operation is manual. The user places the record, selects the correct speed, starts the platter, cues the tonearm and returns it after playback, while the auto-stop function can stop platter rotation rather than completing the whole process for you.
The belt-drive system and adjustable tracking force are sensible choices for a beginner player, provided they are set up properly. Owner feedback suggests many users find it straightforward after following the instructions, although first-time tonearm balancing can feel fiddly.
Speed-related complaints do appear in owner reports, commonly linked to belt seating, belt condition or setup. The manual also treats the belt as a service part, so buyers should expect occasional checking or replacement rather than regarding it as a maintenance-free mechanism.
Connectivity is flexible for a compact all-in-one model. RCA output, aux input and Bluetooth input make it more versatile than a record-only speaker box, though anyone expecting wireless vinyl output will be disappointed.
Sound quality
The most realistic expectation is pleasant, convenient sound for close-range or small-room listening. The Audio-Technica moving-magnet cartridge and adjustable counterweight should give it a better starting point than many low-cost ceramic-cartridge players when correctly set up.
The built-in speakers are useful, but they are still physically small. They cannot be expected to match separate bookshelf speakers for bass depth, stereo separation or scale, especially in a larger room.
Using the RCA output with powered speakers or an amplifier is the clearest upgrade path. Evidence from the product design and available review material supports the view that the turntable is more capable when it is not relying solely on its internal speaker system.
This is not an audiophile deck, and its integrated cabinet places practical limits on ultimate performance. Its strength is convenience with a respectable cartridge arrangement, not extracting the maximum possible detail from a record collection.
Pros
- All-in-one design works well for small rooms and simple setups Audio-Technica moving-magnet cartridge is a stronger choice than many budget ceramic systems Adjustable counterweight allows proper tracking-force setup RCA phono/line output gives a practical external speaker upgrade path
- Bluetooth input lets the unit double as a compact speaker system Replaceable stylus and belt support basic maintenance
- Attractive walnut-style design is easy to place on furniture
Cons
- Bluetooth is input only, not output to wireless speakers or headphones Built-in speakers are convenient but limited in bass, power and stereo scale
- Manual belt and tonearm setup may be fiddly for first-time users
- No automatic tonearm return Only 33⅓ and 45 rpm playback are supported Not a true separates hi-fi turntable platform
Verdict
The 1 BY ONE High Fidelity Belt Drive Record Player is best viewed as a stylish, convenient all-in-one system rather than a purist hi-fi turntable. Its moving-magnet cartridge, adjustable counterweight and RCA output make it a more sensible beginner choice than many very basic self-contained players.
Its limitations are equally clear. The internal speakers are useful for casual listening, but external speakers are the realistic route to a bigger and more convincing sound, and Bluetooth cannot be used to send records wirelessly.
If you want one box for vinyl and occasional phone playback in a small space, the H009 makes practical sense. If sound quality, automation or upgrade flexibility matter more, consider a separate entry-level turntable and powered speakers instead.
