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 […]
Music Hall Turntable Review (MMF-1.3: Quality At Entry Level Price)
Music Hall is a lesser known name in the quality record player space. But it does not make lesser players. Even the entry-level Music Hall MMF 1.3 is a high quality unit that punches far above it’s price point. But it is missing a few features that should have been included. Despite that, you get […]
Crosley Rochester Review (5-In-1 Entertainment Center On A Budget)
Crosley is famous for making some of the cheapest turntables on the market. Unfortunately, they are also famous for low quality. But not all of their record players are bad. The Crosley Rochester reviewed here is actually quite good, considering what you pay for it. It looks stunning with it’s all-wood retro-styled vibe, and it […]
U-Turn Orbit Plus Review (Great Turntable With A Confusing Feature)
You’ve probably seen it on Instagram or Facebook. I sure have. People keep posting photos of their new U-Turn Orbit Plus turntables. And for good reason. It looks amazing: sleek, modern and minimalist. But does it deliver in other areas? I’ll give you a preview: the sound and build quality are both excellent. But U-Turn […]
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 […]
Crosley Nomad Review (A Better Suitcase Turntable?)
Crosley has a long line of budget turntables. Many of them are retro-styled, including their most popular models. The Crosley CR6232A Nomad is one of these retro styled models It is a portable suitcase style record player that sits a few notches above entry-level. Is it worth the extra cost over a deep budget turntable? […]
Crosley C200 Review (Crosley’s Best Turntable?)
Crosley is known for making deep budget turntables. That has garnered them a reputation for making cheap crap, to put it bluntly. In many cases, that reputation is deserved. Their entry level players leave a lot to be desired. But the Crosley C200 is a few steps above entry level. There is no doubt it […]