Singing Machine SML385BTW CD+G Karaoke System: Specs and Who It Suits
The Singing Machine SML385BTW is a classic CD+G karaoke system that sends lyrics to a TV over RCA outputs, per Singing Machine's support page. It adds Bluetooth streaming, a line-in, one wired microphone, echo control and 3.5 W output, and runs on an AC adapter (DC 5.8 V). It has no HDMI. It suits households with a CD+G disc collection and a TV with RCA inputs.
SML385BTW at a glance
| Attribute | What the maker lists | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Microphones | 1 wired | Singing Machine support (SML385BTW) |
| Screen | none | Singing Machine support (SML385BTW) |
| TV connection | RCA video and audio out (CD+G lyrics only; no HDMI) | Singing Machine support (SML385BTW) |
| Power | AC adapter (DC 5.8 V) | Singing Machine support (SML385BTW) |
Full maker-listed facts are on the card below.
Singing Machine SML385BTW Bluetooth Karaoke System with CD+G
Who it suits: Households with CD+G discs who want lyrics on a TV with RCA inputs.
What the maker lists:
- Plays CD+G karaoke discs; the lyrics show when it's connected to a TV
- RCA video and audio outputs to a TV. Nothing shows on the TV in Bluetooth or line-in mode
- Bluetooth streaming (up to 33 ft in open space, per the maker) and a 3.5 mm line-in
- One wired microphone in the box; echo control
- Singing Machine recommends its mobile app over Bluetooth; the full catalog needs an in-app subscription
- 3.5 W (RMS) output; runs on the included AC adapter (DC 5.8 V)
- The maker gives 5.3 lb and 13.2 x 10.5 x 9.3 in
Check before buying: Check the model name on the listing: the specs here are for the SML385BTW. There's no HDMI.
Specs from Singing Machine support (SML385BTW), read 2026-10-19.
CD+G discs and lyrics on a TV
Singing Machine says the SML385BTW plays CD+G karaoke discs and the lyrics show when it's connected to a TV over RCA.
Connecting to a TV with RCA
Plug the yellow video plug into the TV's composite input and the red and white plugs into its audio input, then pick that input on the TV. Check the listing for whether RCA cables are in the box. A TV without RCA inputs needs an adapter; check both manuals. See how to connect a karaoke machine to a TV.
Microphones
Singing Machine lists one wired microphone and echo control. Its support page isn't consistent about the number of mic jacks, so check the manual before you plan duets or buy a second mic such as the Singing Machine SMM-205.
Bluetooth, line-in and the app
Singing Machine lists Bluetooth streaming (up to 33 ft, per the maker) and a line-in. Singing Machine's app needs an in-app subscription for its catalog, so check the app's current terms.
Power and size
Singing Machine lists 3.5 W output and a DC 5.8 V adapter, and gives 5.3 lb and 13.2 x 10.5 x 9.3 in.
Who it suits and who should look elsewhere
The SML385BTW suits homes with CD+G discs and a TV with RCA inputs. It's on our home parties and TV and HDMI lists.
Look elsewhere if your TV only has HDMI: the Singing Machine ISM9025 and ISM9011 list HDMI.
FAQ
How do I connect the Singing Machine SML385BTW to a TV?
Singing Machine lists RCA outputs: the yellow plug goes to the TV's composite input and the red and white plugs to its audio input. A TV without RCA inputs needs an adapter; check both manuals.
Does the SML385BTW play CD+G discs?
Yes. Singing Machine says the SML385BTW plays CD+G karaoke discs, and the lyrics show when it's connected to a TV.
How many microphones come with the SML385BTW?
One wired mic, per Singing Machine. Its support page isn't consistent about the number of mic jacks, so check the manual before you buy a second mic.
Does the SML385BTW have Bluetooth?
Singing Machine lists Bluetooth streaming, up to 33 ft per the maker, and a line-in.