Turntables

A turntable in its most basic form is the rotating part of every record player - the part that actually turns the record - but it can also refer to a standalone unit that can be purchased. The standalone version is similar to a record player, but it does not come with amps or speakers - those need to be added separately.

A lot of people prefer to buy record players over turntables since they come with all necessary parts and can play music right out of the box. That is convenient, but also comes with disadvantages - not all parts of your record player will be the highest quality.

Getting all the parts separately might seem cumbersome, especially if you aren’t that experienced, but that’s what we are here for. Below you will find reviews for turntables and the needed additional equipment, but also for whole record players because they can be a great investment if you know which ones to go for.

The 11 Best Phono Preamps For Turntables In 2021

by Ben Jacklin Last Updated October 18, 2021

In this article, we’re looking at the best phono preamps you can buy for your turntable in 2021. The phono preamp is a key component of your sound system, but finding the best one is not easy. People often forget how vital it is, and overlook this component.

A phono preamp may also be referred to as a phono stage. It’s basically a high-quality (normally) electronic circuit. It can be set to give the right level of amplification to the signal provided by the cartridge within your turntable, before sending this to your speakers, or power amp.

Below, we’ve created some phono preamp reviews for turntables to help you enjoy the best sound possible.

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The 9 Best Turntables/Record Players Under $200

by Ben Jacklin Last Updated October 18, 2021

Are you looking for the best turntables under $200? The market for turntables has grown once again as more and more people go back to vinyl for their listening pleasure. In this article, we’re looking at the best options which fit within a 200 dollar budget.

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The 7 Best Speakers for Vinyl Record Players 2021

by Ben Jacklin Last Updated October 14, 2021

Vinyl has made a huge comeback, and many people are finding excellent results and high audio fidelity with turntables and vinyl sound systems. We’re looking at the best speakers for vinyl in this guide as we help you to create your own high-quality system.

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The 9 Best Turntables Under $1000 for 2021

by Ben Jacklin Last Updated January 12, 2021

If you’re a true music lover, you won’t mind investing a bit of cash in order to find the best turntable. The audio quality and fidelity you can get if you invest a fair bit of money is extremely high and professional.

It can be tough to know which models to buy, and different turntables and record players vary a lot in terms of the features they offer. In this article, we’ve collected the best turntables under $1000 for you to check out.

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The 8 Best Turntables Under $500 for 2021

by Ben Jacklin Last Updated January 12, 2021

You can spend a lot of money in your search for audio perfection, but the truth is that you have to draw the line somewhere. $500 is enough money to buy a good-quality record player and some of the best options on the market are included on our list.

We’ve included a variety of options including vintage turntables, with some including speakers, and others not. Our list of the best turntables under 500 dollars has something for everyone.

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