With a budget under $100, you’re going to have to make some sacrifices. Most turntables in this price range are severely lacking. But there are a few that are pretty good. We’ve narrowed them down to give you the 6 best record players under 100 dollars None of these players will satisfy a true audiophile. […]
Best Turntable Under $200 (Reviews And Comparison)
Now we’re getting somewhere. With sub-hundred-dollar turntables you almost certainly have to sacrifice some features you really want. With the best record players under $200, you might be able to get everything you’d like. But most players in this price range are not great. I’ve looked at all the popular options and narrowed them down […]
Victrola Record Player Won’t Turn On (How To Fix It)
Victrola makes entry-level record layers that sell at incredibly low prices. Obviously, that means low quality components and construction. We get more questions about Victrola and Crosley (a similar brand) turntables not working than all other brands combined. The most common issue is a Victrola suitcase turntable skipping. A Victrola record player not turning on […]
Victrola Suitcase Record Player Skipping (Troubleshooting Steps)
Suitcase record players are many things. Well-made is not one of them. They are portable, convenient, and cheap. But they are cheap both in price and in quality. For that reason, it is not uncommon to have issues with these players. And one of the most common issues is skipping. If your Victrola suitcase turntable […]
Technics 1200 MK2 Vs MK5 (Solid Upgrade Or Waste Of Money?)
The Technics SL-1200 has become an absolute classic over the years. It is the favorite turntable of professional DJs, but it is just as excellent at playing vinyl records at home. The original Technics 1200 came out in 1972. Obviously, there have been many advances since then. Those advances have been incorporated in newer releases […]
Rega RP6 Vs VPI Scout (It’s A No-Brainer)
These are two incredible turntables! So why do I say that the Rega RP6 vs VPI Scout is a no-brainer decision? Because only one of these two record players is still being made. That said, even if both were available, it would still be an easy decision. While both models are excellent, one brand made […]
Marantz TT42P Review (One Big Reason Not To Get It)
Marantz is a famous brand that makes some excellent audio equipment. The Marantz TT42P is an entry-level turntable that is a few steps above what is generally sold to newbies. But there is one huge problem with it. It is no longer being made. As a result, you can only get it used (which generally […]
Is My Turntable MM Or MC? (And Is MC Worth It?)
There are a few reasons you might be asking this. Maybe you bought a new turntable and you’re not sure what type of cartridge it came with. Or you got one as a gift. Or you have an old model and you no longer have the instruction, or a label on the cartridge. Whatever the […]
Best Record Player (Reviews Of The Top Value Turntables)
This is a list of the best record players for beginners. You will not find any $1000 units on here. Or even any $500 ones, though one comes close. We scoured the market to bring you the absolute best values. These are excellent turntables that still sell for a reasonable price. Can you find better? […]
How To Tell What Year A Vinyl Record Was Made
It should be an easy task. And oftentimes it is. But there are also cases where it seems impossible to figure out what year a vinyl record was made. That’s why there are people who get paid to research this information for you. But if you know where to look, you can able to find […]