KORG portable record player "handytraxx play" release commemoration POP UP held at "BEAMS RECORDS" (Harajuku)
2025.02.17

Since its founding in 1963, KORG has been a brand that has consistently produced groundbreaking electronic musical instruments.
The newly released "handytraxx play" is an official update by KORG of the all-in-one portable record player "Handy Trax," created by VESTAX, a brand once renowned for its DJ equipment.
You can listen to records easily anywhere, and enjoy DJing and scratching on the street. While inheriting the original functions and design, cutting-edge digital effects, audio looper and other functions have been added, making it even more creative.
POP UP SHOP will be held at BEAMS RECORDS (Harajuku) to celebrate the release of this product. During the event, the high-end models of the handytraxx series, the "handytraxx tube" and "handytraxx 1bit," which are scheduled to be released later this year as sister models, will also be on display. Not only will you be able to listen to each model, but you can also try out the actual product while receiving a lecture from the manufacturer's staff on the days they are in the store.
Please take this opportunity to visit us.

handytraxx play
Developed in collaboration with Toshihide Nakama, former president of Vestax and involved in the original Handy Trax, handytraxx play retains the essence of the original while introducing a number of exciting new features. It is equipped with cutting-edge digital effects, an audio looper, and creative and unique functions that go beyond the scope of a regular record player while being portable.
¥49,500 (inc.tax)

handytraxx tube
Each part has been crafted with sound quality as the top priority, including an aluminum die-cast platter that achieves precise and stable rotation, a balanced tone arm equipped with an MM cartridge, and a phono amplifier driven by KORG 's revolutionary next-generation vacuum tube, Nutube. This is a unit that gives you the warmth of a triode vacuum tube.
Release date TBA・Manufacturer's suggested retail price: ¥110,000 (inc. tax) *Only for display

handytraxx 1bit
Records the sound of records as high-resolution 5.6MHz, 1-bit (DSD) data on your PC. It's ideal for digitizing your vast record collection, or as a sub-player that you can use to enjoy record playback without needing an audio system. It allows you to archive your analog records in the best possible condition.
Release date TBA・Manufacturer's suggested retail price: ¥143,000 (inc. tax) *Only for display

KORG Korg Inc. has been consistently engaged in the manufacture of electronic musical instruments since its establishment in 1963, and in addition to being one of the first to develop synthesizers in Japan, in 1975 it introduced the world's first compact tuner with a needle meter. Under the "" brand, the company has consistently released groundbreaking products around the world that are ahead of their time, utilizing its unique creativity and technological capabilities. Especially in the area of synthesizers, the company's high sound quality and functionality have earned the support of many music fans, including top musicians in Japan and abroad. Today, the company designs and develops not only synthesizers and tuners, but also a wide range of products from DJ/dance-related products, effectors, recorders, and digital pianos. www.korg.com/jp/
Those who purchase "handytraxx play" during the event will receive a special 7-inch slip mat commemorating the POP UP. In addition, customers who visit BEAMS RECORDS (Harajuku) during the event will receive a special sticker for free.

Slip Mat

Sticker
Notes
The 7-inch slip mat will be a special gift for customers who purchase from BEAMS RECORDS (Harajuku) store or online shop. Please note that stickers are not included with purchases from the online shop. Please also note that the bonus is available on a first-come, first-served basis as the number of bonuses is limited.
- Event period
- Saturday, February 22, 2025 - Sunday, March 2, 2025
- Date and time when manufacturer staff are in the store
- Saturday, February 22nd and Sunday, February 23rd, 2025
*14:00-18:00 each day
- Holding store
- BEAMS RECORDS (Harajuku)