The best record players allow you to enjoy your vinyl records the way they were meant to be enjoyed. Top record players coax a unique sound out of your record collection that brings back memories of a bygone era. Unlike old-fashioned players, the best modern turntables come with a number of additional features. For example, […]
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Best Floor Speakers For Vinyl (High Quality At A Fair Price)
What’s the point of buying expensive vinyl records and an even more expensive turntable, if you listen to them through weak speakers? There is no point. That’s why we always recommend getting a great pair of speakers, even if your record player has speakers built-in (those are always terrible). And the best speakers for vinyl […]
Best Phono Preamp Under $500 (And Why Spending More Is Not Better)
Before you buy a phono preamp, make sure you even need one. Many modern record players have built-in preamps. As do many receivers. Of course, you might be looking to upgrade from the built-in models to something a little more capable. If neither your turntable nor your receiver has a quality preamp, then this makes […]
Best Portable Record Players (Reviews And Comparison Of Suitcase Turntables)
You’ll notice two things when you look at the best portable record players listed below. They are all suitcase style players and they all cost very little. Are there other portable turntables, besides the suitcase style models? Yes, but they are not specifically designed to be portable (we list a few toward the end of […]
Best Headphones For Vinyl (Buyer’s Guide And Reviews)
Nothing beats the sound of vinyl through a pair of high quality speakers. But sometimes, that is not an option. Maybe it’s late and your family or neighbors are sleeping. Or maybe the people around you simply can’t be disturbed at that moment. Luckily, this does not mean you can’t enjoy your music at all. […]
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U-Turn Orbit Vs Debut Carbon (Why I Want Neither)
I want to get this out of the way right off the bat. I’m not a fan of modern minimalist turntables. Don’t get me wrong, they can be great. But they’re not for me. I just wanted to mention that, so you know from the start how I feel about the two record players we’re […]
Turntable Noise Troubleshooting (Humming, Buzzing, Static & More)
Sometimes record players produce unwanted noises. It is most common with vintage style turntables, but can happen with any model. The good news is that it is usually not a difficult fix. The hardest part is figuring out what is causing the turntable hum, buzz, crackle, static, or other noise. Go through this brief turntable […]
Pro-ject Debut Carbon Vs Vintage Turntables (Vital Info)
At first glance, vintage turntables and the Pro-ject DC have nothing in common. And the truth is: there are very few similarities, even when you dig deeper. But a lot of people end up trying to decide between the two. And that’s for one good reason, The one major thing they do have in common. […]
How To Adjust Pitch On A Turntable (No Matter The Type)
You may have heard that it is common for the pitch to be off on a turntable. That is true. Whether you have a modern record player or an old vintage one, it will eventually spin too fast or too slow. The difference between older and newer turntables is in how easy it is to […]
Why Is My Record Player So Quiet? (And How To Fix It)
Let’s start with the obvious. Turn up the volume! Just kidding, I know you already tried that. The truth is: there are a number of things that can cause a record player to be too quiet. But there is one reason that is by far the most common. And it has to do with the […]
Why Are Vinyl Records So Expensive? (And Will It Ever Change?)
Over the past 10 years, prices for vinyl records have been steadily increasing. Well, they were steadily increasing. Until last year. Since the start of the pandemic, prices have actually shot up drastically. Buying a vinyl record now costs much more than it did just two years ago. What is the reason for this? Vinyl […]
Victrola Vs Crosley Record Player (Which Is Best For You?)
Victrola and Crosley are both entry-level brands. They make low cost record players that work well, but they won’t blow anyone away with their quality. They don’t sound amazing and they generally only have basic features. But they’re a good value. So which brand is better? To be honest: they’re very close. In the end, […]
Record Player Needle Sliding (Causes & How to Fix It)
If you play enough records, it will happen eventually. The tonearm suddenly slips out of the groove while the record is playing. It skates across the surface of the record and potentially leaves behind a vicious scratch. Why does a turntable stylus suddenly slip out of the groove and skate across the surface? Keep reading […]
Jensen Vs Crosley Turntable (Which Is Best For You?)
Both Jensen and Crosley are known for entry-level turntables. That means low prices, but also some quality issues. Their turntables generally work well, but the sound quality is lacking. As long as you are aware of that, their record players offer good value. But which one is better? That’s impossible to answer. They are pretty […]
How To Play USB Turntable Through Computer Speakers
Let’s get one thing straight right off the bat. Playing a USB turntable through computer speakers is far from ideal. Those tiny speakers are never going to give you the sound quality you want. But sometimes, they might be your only option. Or perhaps you have some other reason to play your music though them, […]