Retro Music and Tech at Urban Outfitters
10 Urban Outfitters Tech Gadgets That Are a Blast From the Past
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Throughout recent years we have witnessed many different comebacks — from those on the television screen (hello, Will and Grace) to those in fashion (like the resurgence of '80s sportswear and '90s scrunchies). However, one of our favorite blasts from the past may be the one involving tech gadgets. Princess phones, cassette players, CD players, and vintage Polaroid cameras are all re-emerging, and we are so excited for it.
Many of these tech gadgets from yesterday can be found at Urban Outfitters, which is kind of bonkers but awesome. It has a whole section dedicated to audio and cassette, so you can pick up your boombox or tape recorder all in one place, and it also has other amazing tech goodies, like clear CD players and pastel pink corded phones. Click through to see some of our favorites!
Studebaker Retro CD Player
This old-school Studebaker Retro CD Player ($50) is compatible with five-inch and three-inch discs and comes complete with AM/FM radio as well.
Crosley CT200 Cassette Player
The Crosley CT200 Cassette Player ($59) is perfect for if you want to listen to music or create your own. Besides being able to play cassettes and AM/FM radio, you can also use its auto-stop and recording functions to create your own mixtape.
Jensen Handheld Radio Cassette Player
We love the retro yin-yang design of the Jensen Handheld Radio Cassette Player ($20). The earphones and belt clip are also included.
Clear Cassette Player
We're all about the look of this retro Clear Cassette Player ($38), which also comes in a really cool translucent pink.
Clear Tech Personal CD Player
The Clear Tech Personal CD Player ($38) comes with digital display and programmable playback features. It has also been updated with bass boost and 60-second antishock protection so your CDs won't skip! (An issue we haven't had to deal with in a couple of decades.)
Studebaker Portable Radio Cassette Player
Play or create your own music on this Studebaker Portable Radio Cassette Player ($50) that hardcore reminds us of the '80s.
Retro Shoebox Cassette Tape Recorder + USB Player
Through its USB and line-in or built-in mic, play your favorite cassette tapes or make your own mixtape with the Retro Shoebox Cassette Tape Recorder + USB Player ($50).
Lomography Simple Use Black + White Film Disposable Camera
The Lomography Simple Use Black + White Film Disposable Camera ($20) comes preloaded with 36 exposures of 35 mm. black-and-white analogue film.
Polaroid Originals Refurbished 600 96 Cam Fresh Red Instant Camera
This vintage Polaroid Originals Refurbished 600 96 Cam Fresh Red Instant Camera ($190) takes instant Polaroid 600 photos with a click of a button. Polaroid film is sold separately.
Crosley Princess Phone
This Crosley Princess Phone ($60) is straight out of a dream. Totally calling our crushes on this.
