Victrola Enhances Wave Turntable and Tempo Bookshelf Speakers with New Walnut Finish

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Victrola Enhances Wave Turntable and Tempo Bookshelf Speakers with New Walnut Finish

LAS VEGAS, NV (Jan. 6, 2026) – Victrola, an iconic name in home audio for over a century, today announced a new Walnut finish for its celebrated Wave Turntable ($499) and Tempo Bookshelf Speakers ($249/pair), expanding the finish options for two of its most popular products. The new Walnut finish is available today at Victrola.com and through select U.S. and international partners.

The Wave and Tempo product families debuted at CES 2025, where they quickly gained momentum among both new vinyl listeners and experienced enthusiasts. Responding to consistent customer feedback this past year, Victrola is refreshing the lineup with a new, refined finish while preserving the performance, features and connectivity that define both products.

Victrola Wave Turntable: High-Fidelity, Modern Wireless Versatility

The new Walnut finish is the first in the Wave family to feature an Ortofon OM 5E cartridge. Paired with a low-resonance MDF plinth, precision die-cast aluminum platter, and adjustable tonearm, the Wave delivers clean, accurate vinyl playback across a wide range of records.

Bluetooth® 5.4 connectivity ensures broad compatibility with virtually any Bluetooth-enabled speaker or headphone, while support for aptX™ Adaptive and aptX™ HD enables high-resolution sound quality when paired with compatible devices. A built-in, switchable phono preamp and RCA output provide simple integration with powered speakers, external amplifiers and traditional stereo systems.

Wave also supports Auracast™ Broadcast Audio, enabling vinyl playback to be wirelessly shared with an unlimited number of compatible speakers or headphones at once, including Victrola Tempo Bookshelf Speakers. This makes it easy to create a synchronized listening experience across rooms or devices without additional hardware, apps or Wi-Fi.

Victrola Tempo Bookshelf Speakers: The Ideal Companion

The Victrola Tempo Bookshelf Speakers also receive the new Walnut finish, creating a cohesive visual pairing with the Wave Turntable. Designed to deliver big, rich sound from a compact bookshelf form, Tempo balances modern wireless capability with flexible wired connectivity for a wide range of listening setups.

Tempo supports Bluetooth streaming alongside a full range of wired inputs, including RCA, 3.5 mm AUX, Optical, and USB-C, making it easy to connect turntables, TVs, computers, and other audio sources. Auracast Broadcast Audio allows Tempo to receive an existing broadcast from a compatible source, like the Victrola Wave Turntable, or broadcast audio from any connected input to share sound wirelessly with other Auracast-enabled products.

The new Walnut finish also pairs naturally with Victrola’s recently introduced Angled Bookshelf Speaker Stands, offering improved listening angles and added vibration control for flexible placement near turntables or on desktops.

Availability & Launch Partners

The new Walnut finish for the Wave Turntable ($499) and Tempo Bookshelf Speakers ($249) is available today at Victrola.com and through select U.S. retail partners, including Crutchfield, Nebraska Furniture Mart, and Abt.

International availability will begin later this month via Victrola’s expanding global retail and distribution partners. Initial international availability includes House of Music in Benelux; Scheherazade in South Korea via Sorishop; Neox Group in the Czech Republic and Slovakia; and Virgin Megastores across the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, and Oman via CAVO Group. Additional markets, including the UK, Germany, France, and Australia, will be announced as availability expands.

Technical Specifications

Victrola Wave Turntable (VPT-1520)

  • Cartridge: Ortofon OM 5E (Walnut finish only)
  • Tonearm: Aluminum with removable headshell
  • Wireless Outputs: Bluetooth 5.4, aptX™ Adaptive, aptX™ HD, Auracast Broadcast Audio
  • Wired Output: RCA output with switchable phono preamp
  • Construction: Low-resonance MDF plinth, die-cast aluminum platter
  • Features: Adjustable counterweight, speed selection, removable dust cover
  • MSRP: $499

Victrola Tempo Bookshelf Speakers

  • Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4, Auracast Broadcast Audio
  • Inputs: RCA, 3.5 mm AUX, Optical, USB-C
  • Outputs: Subwoofer output with selectable bass filter
  • Controls: Front-facing illuminated volume and source control
  • MSRP: $249 per pair

CES 2026

For media attending CES 2026, the new finish will be on display and demonstrated in the Venetian, Suite 29-321.

About Victrola Victrola has been a leading manufacturer of audio products since 1906, beginning with the first in-home record player in the U.S. Since then, Victrola has grown into a global company with a mission of bringing lifelong music memories to everyone. Victrola continues to deliver innovative turntables and audio solutions designed with simplicity, beauty, and superior sound, providing an immersive experience for music lovers everywhere. For more information, visit www.victrola.com.

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Media Contacts:

Jamie Dillon
Victrola
jamie@victrola.com

Paul Wilkie
Golden State Public Relations
paul@goldenstatepr.biz

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