Elvis Presley would’ve turned 90 this year, and to mark the occasion, two retro-themed audio releases just dropped today: one is a cassette player from We Are Rewind, and the other is this flashy, vinyl-ready turntable from Pro-Ject.

Built on the bones of Pro-Ject’s popular T2 turntable, the new Elvis edition is part hi-fi, part stage prop. It lights up—literally—thanks to a built-in LED version of the iconic ELVIS logo from the 1968 Comeback Special. For anyone who still spins records and has a soft spot for the King of Rock ’n’ Roll, this could be the centerpiece of your listening space.

If you’ve seen the T2 turntable before, you’ll recognize a lot here. Underneath the Elvis-themed design is the same core setup: a 9-inch aluminum tonearm, belt-drive motor, electronic speed control for 33 and 45 RPM, and a hefty glass platter. What’s different is the look—and it’s a bold one.

The plinth is CNC-machined for accuracy and has a built-in dimmable LED light array that spells out ELVIS in big, blocky letters. It’s the same style you might remember from Elvis's legendary comeback performance on NBC in 1968. The result? A turntable that wouldn’t look out of place on a Vegas stage.

While it’s definitely eye-catching, it’s not just for show. The lighting is dimmable, so you can dial in the glow to match your vibe—or turn it off completely when you're feeling low-key.

Despite all the visual flair, the Elvis Turntable is still a serious piece of audio gear. The included cartridge is a Sumiko Rainier moving magnet model, made in Japan and pre-mounted to make setup easier. The tonearm has an adjustable anti-skating mechanism to help keep your stylus tracking cleanly.

Other notable parts include:

• A 10mm-thick glass platter (1.7kg) for added rotational stability
• Gold-plated RCA outputs
• Pro-Ject’s Connect it Phono E cable included in the box
• A stainless-steel bearing set in a brass bushing
• Felt mat, singles adapter, and dust cover

In terms of performance:

• Wow & flutter: ±0.19% (33 RPM) / ±0.17% (45 RPM)
• Speed drift: ±0.60% (33 RPM) / ±0.50% (45 RPM)
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 67dB

It measures 465 x 135 x 347 mm and weighs about 5.5 kg—solid enough to stay in place even if you get a little too into Jailhouse Rock.

This Elvis edition doesn’t include some features you might expect at this price point. There’s no built-in phono preamp or Bluetooth support, for instance. And that price? £1,199 / €1,399 (around $1,600 USD). That’s more than twice the cost of the standard T2 turntable, which comes in at roughly $650.

So what are you paying for? The design, the exclusivity, and the Elvis branding. If you’re a collector—or just someone who likes a bit of flair with their audio gear—that might make sense. But if you're mainly after pure specs or value, there are other options worth exploring.

Like other entries in Pro-Ject’s Artist Collection—which includes collaborations with The Beatles, AC/DC, Metallica, and even a Snoopy-themed deck—this turntable is handcrafted in Europe and is being sold as a limited release. For now, it’s available in the UK through Henley Audio, with no confirmed plans for broader international availability. That means Elvis fans outside of Europe might need to import one if they’re serious about getting their hands on it.

Between this LED-lit turntable and We Are Rewind’s cassette player (also launched today), it’s clear that physical formats—and nostalgia—are still alive and well in 2025. Whether it’s the warmth of vinyl or the mechanical click of a cassette deck, there’s something to be said for music you can hold, see, and interact with.

And in the case of Pro-Ject’s Elvis Turntable, that interaction includes a light show that gives your records a bit of stage presence.

Is it flashy? Definitely. Is it practical? Mostly. Is it fun? That’s kind of the point.