Hasta La Gadget!

There are a number of turntables that are USB-enabled and will help you archive your vinyl to mp3 and save it on your computer’s hard drive, but this iPod Turntable from Sharper Image removes the middleman – your computer – from the process entirely. Simply plug in your iPod Touch or iPhone to the dock on the left side of the turntable, put your record on the platter and start playing, and the turntable automatically converts the audio to mp3 and stores it on your iPod or iPhone.

The iPod Turntable is also USB enabled so you can use your computer or record to your computer if you choose, but a computer isn’t required. The turntable also comes with conversion software you can use when you have it plugged into your computer, and a stereo audio-out jack so you can listen to your records through external speakers while you save them to your iPod, and a stereo input so you can import other audio sources.

For DJs who take a pair of iPods and a laptop to their gigs, this gadget may be a must-have.The iPod Turntable can be yours for $199.99 retail price.