The thing is, most of the best portable music players tend to cost some serious cash (at least over £500/$500), and that's not always ideal in these times of economic uncertainty. A&K's sub-brand ...

Like the GE JVM6175, it evenly heats its entire turntable, with minimal hot and cold spots, and has a great cooktop light, with a bright high setting and a night-light-appropriate half-power setting.