1 BY ONE Fully Automatic Record Player, All-in-One with Built-in Speakers & DSP, Phono Preamp, Belt Drive 2-Speed Review (2026)

Who this automatic all-in-one is built for

This player targets someone who wants a genuinely simple record-playing experience, since the fully automatic tonearm lowers, plays, and returns on its own, and the memory function keeps the last playback mode and volume setting for the next session. Its quad-speaker cabinet, built with a wooden speaker enclosure and a clear acrylic panel over the platter, is meant to double as living room furniture rather than a purely functional deck, which suits a buyer who wants the turntable itself to be part of the room's decor. It is not the right pick for a collector who plays 78 RPM shellac records, since it only supports 33 and a third and 45 RPM, or for anyone planning to upgrade the cartridge later, since the tonearm and stylus are a fixed, non-detachable design.

Speakers, cartridge and controls explained

The standout feature is the built-in quad-speaker system, pairing two 15 watt woofers with two 10 watt tweeters and DSP tuning aimed at balancing bass and treble without the boxy sound smaller single-speaker all-in-ones can have, all driven by an integrated amplifier so no external amp is needed. Playback runs through an AT-3600L stylus on a fixed, precision-balanced tonearm rather than a swappable headshell design, which keeps setup simple but limits future cartridge upgrades. Controls include a remote and on-unit buttons for one-touch operation, an automatic repeat function for continuous play, and a 3.5mm headphone output for private listening, alongside the built-in phono preamp that lets the unit run its speakers directly from the turntable's own signal.

Setup, daily use and care

Setup is designed to be quick, with the platter and belt typically ready to go out of the box and the main steps being placement on a stable, level surface and plugging in power, since there is no separate amp or speaker wiring required. Day to day, the automatic tonearm and remote control make this an easy player to hand to a less experienced household member, and the memory function means volume and repeat settings do not need to be reset every time. Because the speakers are built into the same wooden cabinet as the platter, keeping playback volume at a sensible level helps avoid any vibration feedback reaching the stylus, and routine care is limited to occasional stylus cleaning and keeping the acrylic dust panel free of dust and fingerprints.

Trade-offs and how it compares with similar all-in-ones

Against the AT-3600L-equipped all-in-one record players sold without a clear brand name, the 1 BY ONE adds a fully automatic tonearm and a stronger quad-speaker system with DSP tuning, both genuine upgrades for anyone prioritizing convenience and built-in sound quality. Against a component turntable like the Fluance RT81, this deck gives up a detachable headshell, an elliptical cartridge, and true hi-fi sound in exchange for automatic play and speakers that need no separate amp, a fair trade for a casual listener but a step down for anyone serious about audio fidelity. The two-speed limit is a real gap against 3-speed suitcase players like the Victrola Journey+ for anyone with older 78 RPM records in their collection.

Verdict for casual, hands-off listeners

Our score of 7.6 out of 10 reflects a turntable that delivers on its core promise, automatic playback and noticeably fuller built-in sound than typical single-speaker all-in-ones, thanks to the quad-speaker DSP-tuned system, at the cost of any real path to future upgrades. It is a solid choice for a buyer who wants one furniture-like unit that plays modern vinyl with minimal fuss and strong built-in volume for a living room or bedroom. Anyone who owns 78 RPM records, wants a swappable cartridge, or is building toward a proper component stereo system should look at a 3-speed player or a dedicated turntable with a detachable headshell instead.

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