A few powered bookshelf speaker pairs, such as the ELAC Debut ConneX DCB41 or the Andover Audio SpeakEasy 4, have phono inputs, so they can connect directly to turntables that lack phono preamps.

How to Configure an Audio System’s Crossover Frequencies Finding the correct crossover frequencies maximizes audio quality and preserves the lifespan of each speaker in the system. The controls to ...

You connect the turntable to the pre-amp, then the pre-amp to your Bluetooth speaker. That’s a bit clumsy and means more wires, so go for the first option if at all possible.

By setting the crossover to 80 Hz, you ensure that the subwoofer is handling the most demanding low-end sounds, allowing your other speakers to perform better in their respective ranges.

Mix and match your speakers The original AirPlay just worked with one speaker at a time, but one of the key features of AirPlay 2 is its ability to connect multiple speakers together as part of a ...