Have you ever bought a vinyl record online and had it shipped to you? If you’ve done it several times, chances are you received at least one that was not in optimal condition. Even if the record itself is fine, they often arrive with damage to the cover. Or just sticky residue on the sleeve […]
Audio Technica LP120 Vs Technics SL-1200
Many consider the Technics SL-1200 the best turntable ever made. It was first released in 1972 and has been upgraded many times since. The Audio Technica LP120 is modern copy of the SL-1200. It looks virtually identical. But is it really an exact copy? Given the huge difference in price, it can’t be, can it? […]
Audio Technica LP1240 Vs LP120 (Sometimes Cheaper Is Better)
Let’s get one thing out of the way immediately. Both of these turntables are great and you can’t go wrong either way. That said, I’m sure you’ve noticed the rather sizable price difference between the two. Is the LP1240 really that much better than the LP120? The truth is: it’s a bit more complicated than […]
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 […]
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 its price point. But it is missing a few features that should have been included. Despite that, you get […]
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 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 […]