Does it require batteries

Yes. They digitized it. Instead of a music box mechanism in the record needle it has four buttons. The lines on the discs change the order that the buttons are pressed and that tells the chip in the unit which song to play. You still have to wind it to make it spin the batteries are just to power the small electronics in it. IMHO This is inferior to the original.

Does this version have a music box type movement in the arm that the original had? Some say it is electronic and not the same.

Alas! It does not have the original music box sound. The new version makes annoying electronic music. I dug out my kids' old 1970's version and rehabed it for my grand kids and gave away the new one to toys for TOTs.

are the songs the same as vintage set? camptown races, london brigde, etc?

The vintage 1970's set has 5 records (1) Hickory Dickory Dock / Edelweiss, (2) Twinkle Twinkle Little Star/ Au Clair De La Lune, (3) London Bridge / Oh Where has My Little Dog Gone,(4) Jack & Jill / Humpty Dumpty, (5) Children's Marching Song / Camptown RacesChildren Marching Song

Is this made from PVC plastic?

It is made of a hard, durable plastic, like the original ones, only made in China, but seems to be good.

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Fisher Price Classics - Record Player - Retro, Tactile Interactive Retro Toy for Kids, Girls, Boys, Toddlers, Baby, Preeschooler, Unisex 18 Months +

Fisher Price Classics - Record Player - Retro, Tactile Interactive Retro Toy for Kids, Girls, Boys, Toddlers, Baby, Preeschooler, Unisex 18 Months +

Product ID: 2039636

Details

Brand
Basic Fun
Color
Included Components
1 record 5
Item Weight
1.6 Pounds
Material
Plastic
Maximum Rotational Speed
78 RPM

🎒Portable handle for on-the-go play

🎵10 classic songs on 5 double-sided records

📦Records store neatly inside player

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Description

🎶 Spin the past, play the future!

READY FOR ADVENTURE - Built-in carrying handle lets your little one bring the music wherever they go—perfect for playdates and travel.
SCREEN FREE SENSORY PLAY - Encourages fine motor skills and auditory development through tactile interaction and winding action.
COMPACT CONVENIENT STORAGE - Keep all 5 records safely inside the player—no lost tunes, just pure nostalgic joy.
RETRO REVIVAL FOR MODERN KIDS - A 1971 classic reimagined for today’s toddlers, blending vintage charm with durable, kid-friendly design.
TIMELESS TUNES TANGIBLE TOUCH - Experience 10 beloved nursery rhymes spun on authentic double-sided records for hands-on, screen-free fun.

The Fisher Price Classics Record Player is a battery-powered, tactile music toy designed for children 18 months and older. Featuring 5 double-sided records with 10 classic nursery songs, it offers screen-free, hands-on play. The records conveniently store inside the player, which includes a carrying handle for portability. Originally launched in 1971, this retro-inspired toy combines nostalgic design with modern durability, making it a perfect gift for early childhood sensory and motor skill development.

Specifications

ASIN	B003CGVCXS
Best Sellers Rank	#13,309 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #129 in Baby Musical Toys
Brand	Basic Fun
Built-In Media	1 record player; 5 records
Color	Blue/Yellow/White
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (9,388)
Cycles	DC Motor
Enclosure Material	Plastic
Global Trade Identification Number	00014397016971, 10014397016978
Item Dimensions L x W x H	10.5"L x 5.5"W x 10"H
Item Part Number	BFI1697
Item Type Name	Preeschool Toys
Item Weight	1.6 Pounds
Manufacturer	Mattel
Maximum Rotational Speed	78 RPM
Mfr Part Number	1697
Model Name	Fisher Price Record Player
Model Number	83008-4331-122
Power Source	Battery Powered
Signal Format	Phono
Style Name	Standard
UPC	848296086908 885466246113 100029507556 885453291966 885880100367 885285164124 885680510625 014397016971 885142980362 628204169172 885158091977
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Warranty Description	No Warranty

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