Plyphonic: handmade audio furniture for serious music lovers
Plyphonic Model B Audio Console
The Plyphonic Model B is a handmade audio console that combines a turntable, speakers, amplifier, Bluetooth streaming and generous vinyl storage in one refined piece of furniture.
The Plyphonic Model B is more than a record cabinet. It is a complete music console designed for people who want their vinyl collection, audio equipment and interior to work together. Inspired by the stereo consoles of the 1950s and 1960s, Model B brings music back to the centre of the living room.
The console includes an integrated Argon Audio turntable, Mark Audio full-range drivers, a Class D amplifier and Bluetooth 5.1 streaming. This means you can play LPs in the traditional way or stream music wirelessly from your phone, while cables and technical components stay neatly hidden inside the furniture.
Model B also offers generous vinyl storage, vertical LP compartments and drawers for accessories. Behind the speakers, Plyphonic has added browser bins for the records you want to keep close at hand: recent purchases, favourites or albums that are currently on heavy rotation.
Plyphonic builds its furniture in the Netherlands, combining CNC precision with handmade finishing. High-grade birch or pine plywood, visible layered edges and a clean glued construction give the Model B its distinctive balance of craftsmanship, sound quality and modern design.
Type: audio console, record cabinet, vinyl storage furniture, integrated hi-fi console
Origin: handmade in Oldenzaal, the Netherlands
Speakers: Markaudio CHR 120 full-range drivers
Turntable: Argon TT Mk2
Amplifier: Class D Texas Instruments TPA3221, 2 × 100 W
Pre-amp: DSP-based, Analog Devices ADAU1701
Functions: volume, balance, bass/treble EQ
Streaming: Qualcomm Bluetooth 5.1
Special features: integrated turntable, built-in speakers, amplifier, vinyl storage, drawers and hidden cabling
Plyphonic: handmade audio furniture for serious music lovers
How many LPs fit in the Plyphonic Model B?
The Model B provides storage for more than 200 records. The usable total varies with protective sleeves and the amount of room left for comfortable front browsing.
What are the dimensions of this compact audio console?
The Model B measures approximately 133 cm wide, 45 cm deep and 84 cm high. Its listed weight is about 200 kg, so verify doorway access and choose a permanent position before delivery.
Which turntable and audio components are included?
The console includes an Argon Audio TT Mk2 turntable, Markaudio CHR120 drivers, a 2 × 100 W Class D amplifier and Bluetooth 5.1. It is therefore supplied as integrated audio furniture rather than an empty LP cabinet.
How is vinyl stored in the Model B?
Records are kept upright in lower compartments, with additional browser bins positioned behind the speaker sections. This combines spine-based LP storage with faster access to selected or frequently played titles.
Does the cabinet include drawers for accessories?
Yes. Drawers provide space for inner sleeves, cleaning tools, cables and other LP accessories. Blum soft-close hardware helps the drawers close in a controlled manner.
What materials and construction are used?
The cabinet uses 18 mm Baltic birch and pine plywood, HPL-laminated surfaces and a welded steel base. The construction is designed to support the integrated audio system and record collection as one substantial unit.
Is any assembly required after delivery?
No customer assembly is listed. The Model B is handmade in Oldenzaal and delivered as a complete console, so the delivery route and final placement should be planned around its dimensions and weight.
How long does production take, and can a Model B be returned?
The stated lead time is approximately three to twelve weeks. As a made-to-order item it is final sale rather than a standard return product, and the listed warranty period is two years.
What should I measure before buying an LP cabinet with amplifier space?
Measure the amplifier’s width, height and depth, including feet, control knobs, rear plugs and cable bends. The usable compartment must also leave the ventilation clearance stated in the amplifier manual. Measuring only the metal case can produce a shelf that is technically wide enough but unusable once cables are connected.
Do record cabinets with amplifier space include cable management?
Many products use open backs, cable grommets or rear openings, but the arrangement differs by model. LOIA consoles use open rear sections and cable routes, while other record sideboards place openings behind equipment bays. Check where power, speaker and signal cables need to enter and leave.
Can a turntable and amplifier share the same record cabinet?
Yes, when the top is level and stable and the equipment compartment provides enough airflow. The turntable should not sit directly beside speakers or above a heat source. An LP cabinet that separates playback, amplification and record storage makes the setup easier to service and organize.
How much vinyl storage is available in an amplifier cabinet?
The collection covers compact cabinets below 100 LPs as well as larger audio furniture holding several hundred records. Capacity depends on how much of the cabinet is reserved for equipment, drawers or closed storage, so compare the product-specific LP count rather than judging by external width alone.
Is an open or closed amplifier compartment better?
An open compartment makes controls and cables accessible and generally supports airflow. A closed section can reduce visual clutter, but it needs suitable ventilation openings and enough internal clearance. The amplifier manufacturer’s instructions should take priority over the furniture’s appearance.
Which materials are used for record cabinets with audio equipment space?
The collection includes powder-coated steel consoles, solid-wood furniture, plywood audio consoles and mixed wood-and-metal constructions. Check shelf load as well as material: a large amplifier, turntable and row of LPs place concentrated weight on the furniture.
How can I prevent an amplifier from overheating inside LP furniture?
Do not block the amplifier’s ventilation slots, stack items directly on top or push rear connectors against the back panel. Leave the clearance specified by the equipment maker and keep doors open during use when the furniture design requires it.
What other hi-fi equipment can fit in these record cabinets?
Depending on the compartment dimensions, the cabinet may hold a phono stage, streamer, receiver, active speakers or power supplies as well as an amplifier. Measure every component separately and include space for controls, remote sensors and heat dissipation.