If you've ever stood in front of your music shelf torn between spinning a record or popping in a CD, Mixx Audio has a surprising answer: why not both? The company’s new Mixx Analog Plus lets you do exactly that—and all in one compact device that doesn’t try to take over your living room.

This isn't your typical all-in-one system. What makes the Analog Plus stand out is its stacked design: the CD player lives right inside the center of the turntable. Yep, both disc formats share the same spinning platter, just on different levels. It's weird at first glance, but once you get the idea, it kind of makes perfect sense.

Mixx calls it the world’s first “concentric” combo of its kind, and based on what’s currently out there, they’re not wrong.

The idea behind the Mixx Analog Plus is simple: give fans of physical media a way to enjoy their collections without piling up separate components. Whether you’re working with a tight space or just don’t feel like dealing with multiple cables and boxes, this player aims to streamline your setup.

On the outside, it’s got a retro-inspired look that nods to '80s hi-fi gear, with a clean front panel, tactile controls, and a small display for track info. You can pick it up in either black or white, depending on your setup.

It also comes with a remote, which is great if your idea of music time includes staying on the couch.

As a turntable, the Analog Plus is fully automatic and belt-driven. It plays both 7-inch and 12-inch records at 33 or 45 RPM, so whether you’re into singles or full albums, you’re covered.

The built-in cartridge is the Audio-Technica AT3600L, a reliable and beginner-friendly model that you’ll find on a lot of entry-level decks. That’s a smart choice for this kind of system—it’s easy to use, and it handles a variety of records without fuss.

You also get useful features like auto speed control, skip, and repeat—things you don’t always find on turntables, but that can make casual listening a lot easier.

If you’ve got a stack of CDs you’re not ready to part with, the Analog Plus has you covered there too. It plays regular CDs as well as CD-R and CD-RW discs, which means your old mixtapes and burned albums are still good to go.

It supports digital audio files like WAV, MP3, and WMA, with playback up to CD quality (16-bit/44.1kHz) and even some files at 48kHz for WAV. That’s a nice bonus if you’ve been archiving your music onto discs over the years.

And again, everything loads into the top of the turntable, right in the center—so no separate CD tray sliding out from the side. It’s a funky design, but it works.

Despite its focus on physical media, the Analog Plus doesn’t ignore modern listening habits. It has Bluetooth 5.3, which means you can stream your vinyl or CDs wirelessly to Bluetooth-enabled speakers or headphones. No amp or cables required.

Prefer to hook it up the old-fashioned way? It’s got standard RCA outputs on the back, so you can connect it to powered speakers, a receiver, or a traditional stereo setup. Just note: there’s no built-in speaker, so you’ll need something to play the audio through.

The Mixx Analog Plus isn’t a high-end audiophile deck, and that’s totally fine. It’s meant for people who want a simple, space-saving way to enjoy vinyl and CDs without building a full system. If you’re someone getting back into physical media or just tired of switching between devices, this could be a pretty appealing option.

It’s priced around $400 (or £299 in the UK), which puts it squarely in the midrange for beginner-friendly turntables. That’s more than entry-level plastic decks, but a lot less than full component setups—especially when you consider it’s doing double duty.

If you’re just exploring your options, Mixx also offers more affordable turntables like the Mixx Revival 65 ($229.99 at Amazon), the Mixx Analog 5 ($169.99), and the Mixx Revival 55 suitcase-style record player for just $99.99.

The Mixx Analog Plus is definitely a bit unconventional. Putting a CD player inside a turntable isn’t something most people would expect, but that’s exactly what makes it interesting.

Whether it catches on as a trend or stays a niche option for media collectors, it’s a reminder that there’s still room for creativity in physical audio gear. And for those with both vinyl and CD collections gathering dust? This might just be the easiest way to bring them back to life.

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