Connection table
| Connection |
Included |
Why it matters for vinyl buyers |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Easy casual streaming from a phone or tablet |
| Wi-Fi |
Yes |
Better streaming options, including AirPlay 2, Google Cast, and Spotify Connect |
| HDMI ARC |
Yes |
Lets one speaker system handle TV audio and records |
| RCA input |
Yes |
Direct analog connection for turntables with a built-in preamp |
| Optical input |
Yes |
Useful for TVs, streamers, and other digital sources |
| Subwoofer output |
Yes |
Adds an upgrade path if you want deeper bass later |
If you’re comparing premium wireless stereo speakers for vinyl, this table tells the story fast. The A28 covers more mixed-use ground than many simpler powered pairs.
Turntable compatibility
Here’s the direct rule: the A28 works straight with a turntable that has a built-in preamp. If your turntable doesn’t have one, you’ll need an external phono preamp.
That’s the main compatibility checkpoint for vinyl buyers. Miss it, and the whole setup falls apart before the first record side is over.
A common example helps. An Audio-Technica AT-LP60X can connect directly through RCA, while a more traditional deck may need a separate phono stage in between.
If you need help sorting that out, our turntable setup guide and turntable hub cover the basics.
How it fits against the main alternatives
Against passive speakers plus a stereo receiver, the A28 wins on simplicity and living-room friendliness. You lose some upgrade flexibility, but you also lose a pile of boxes and cables.
Against cheaper powered bookshelf speakers, you’re paying for HDMI ARC, Wi-Fi, and a more polished all-in-one experience. That’s either smart spending or wasted money, depending on how you’ll use it.
Against models with a built-in phono stage, like some Klipsch or Kanto options, the A28 asks you to think harder about your signal chain. That’s not a dealbreaker, but it is part of the buying decision.
