With the new Stylo and Folio models, Majority is expanding its home audio lineup with two compact turntables designed for hassle-free vinyl listening. Both feature Bluetooth 5.3, belt drive, pre-installed Audio-Technica cartridges, and eye-catching color options.
They say those declared dead live on—and that’s certainly been true of vinyl records for quite some time now. While vinyl never really went away for many music fans, newcomers are now rediscovering the ritual of playing records. However, they don’t want to have to wade through the intricacies of cartridge technology, phono preamps, and amplifier setups right away. This is exactly where the two new Majority turntables, the Stylo and the Folio, come in. They’re designed to make getting started as easy as possible, yet still offer a few features that aren’t always a given in this price range.
Majority describes the two new additions as “the perfect first turntables for music fans.” Both models are designed for plug-and-play operation and combine classic vinyl listening with modern convenience features such as Bluetooth and a compact chassis design. Majority also makes a conscious effort to incorporate color: Instead of just black units, the turntables are available in colors such as Sol Yellow, British Racing Green, Blue Steel, and Oxblood.
Majority Stylo: Turntable for active speakers, hi-fi systems, and Bluetooth headphones
The Majority Stylo is the more classic of the two models. It does not have built-in speakers but is designed for users who want to pair the turntable with active speakers, headphones, or an existing hi-fi system. In return, it offers an impressively wide range of connectivity options: Bluetooth 5.3, RCA outputs, a phono/line switch, and a built-in phono preamp.
In practical terms, this means that the Stylo can either be connected directly to powered speakers via the line output, connected to a traditional amplifier with a phono input via the phono output, or used to wirelessly control compatible Bluetooth speakers and Bluetooth headphones. In this way, Majority bridges the gap between the old and new worlds of audio—an approach that should prove particularly useful for vinyl newcomers.
Technically, the Stylo features a belt drive and supports the two most common speeds: 33⅓ and 45 rpm. The turntable includes an aluminum platter, an adjustable counterweight, anti-skating, a tone arm lift, and pitch control. This goes beyond mere nostalgic minimalism and allows for at least basic adjustments during playback.
For the cartridge, Majority uses the Audio-Technica AT3600L, a moving-magnet system with a replaceable stylus. According to the manufacturer, the Stylo’s straight tonearm is made of carbon fiber. A dust cover is also included.
Majority Folio: All-in-one turntable with built-in speakers
The Majority Folio is designed to be even simpler. It features built-in stereo speakers, so it plays records right out of the box—without the need for separate speakers or an amplifier. This makes it a particularly easy solution for a desk, a teenager’s room, a kitchen, a vacation home, or small living spaces.
Despite its all-in-one design, the Folio isn’t limited to its built-in speakers. It features Bluetooth input and output, so it can receive music from external Bluetooth sources and wirelessly transmit the record’s sound to compatible Bluetooth speakers or headphones. It also features USB playback and USB recording, a RCA output, a headphone jack, and an AUX input.
This makes the Folio not only a straightforward turntable but also a compact audio hub. The USB recording feature is particularly interesting: it lets you digitize your favorite records—a feature that may not sound very “audiophile-romantic,” but can be quite practical in everyday life.
The Folio also features a belt drive, an aluminum platter, a built-in phono preamp, and the Audio-Technica AT3600L moving-magnet cartridge with a replaceable stylus. Unlike the Stylo, the Folio uses an S-shaped tonearm. It also features an adjustable counterweight.
Prices and Colors
According to the press release, the Majority Stylo Bluetooth Turntable is available now and costs 159.95 pounds in the United Kingdom. It is available in Blackout, Sol Yellow, British Racing Green, Blue Steel, and Oxblood.
The Majority Folio Bluetooth Turntable with Built-in Speakers is also available now and costs 169.95 pounds. It comes in the following colors : Plywood, Blackout, Sol Yellow, British Racing Green, Blue Steel, and Oxblood.
The press release lists Amazon, Richer Sounds, Currys, and Majority as sales channels. The press release does not include any information on German prices in euros or specific availability in Germany.
Technical Specifications for the Majority Stylo
| Feature | Majority Stylo |
|---|---|
| Drive | Belt Drive |
| Speeds | 33⅓ and 45 rpm |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 Output |
| Pickup | Audio-Technica AT3600L Moving Magnet |
| Needle | Interchangeable |
| Tonearm | Straight Carbon Fiber Tonearm |
| Counterweight | Adjustable |
| Anti-Skating | Yes |
| Turntable | Aluminum |
| Phono Preamplifier | Integrated |
| Outputs | RCA Line/Phono |
| Ground connection | Yes |
| Pitch Control | Yes |
| Phono/Line Switch | Yes |
| Dust cover | Included in the package |
Technical Specifications for Majority Folio
| Feature | Majority Folio |
|---|---|
| Concept | Record player with built-in stereo speakers |
| Drive | Belt Drive |
| Speeds | 33⅓ and 45 rpm |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 Input and Output |
| USB | USB Playback and USB Recording |
| Pickup | Audio-Technica AT3600L Moving Magnet |
| Needle | Interchangeable |
| Tonearm | S-shaped tonearm |
| Counterweight | Adjustable |
| Turntable | Aluminum |
| Phono Preamplifier | Integrated |
| Outputs | RCA output, 3.5-mm headphone jack |
| Inputs | AUX Input |
| Pitch Control | Yes |
| USB Control | Yes |
| Dust cover | Included in the package |
