Turntable Guides
Expert advice, honest comparisons, and practical guides to help you enjoy vinyl at home.
Buying Guides
Expert recommendations for turntables, speakers, and accessories
Best Record Players 2026: Expert Picks from $150 to $1,000
Expert record player recommendations for US buyers. The Audio-Technica AT-LP60X ($149) is best for beginners. The Rega Planar 1 ($475) wins for sound quality.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Budget Turntables 2026: Top Picks Under $200
Best budget turntables 2026. The Audio-Technica AT-LP60X ($149) wins for value. Sony PS-LX310BT ($178) for Bluetooth. Honest reviews, US prices.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Turntables with Speakers 2026 | Complete Setup from $250
AT-LP60X + Edifier speakers ($250 total) is the best budget combo. Complete turntable and speaker packages compared. Find your perfect setup.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Speakers for Turntables 2026 | From $99 to $500
Edifier R1280T ($99) is our top pick for turntables. Powered bookshelf speakers from $99-$500 compared with US prices. Find your match.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Turntables Under $500 2026: Rega vs Pro-Ject vs Audio-Technica
Rega Planar 1 ($475), AT-LP120X ($349), Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO ($599) compared. The Rega wins for sound. The AT for features. US prices.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Bluetooth Turntables 2026 | Wireless from $179
AT-LP60XBT ($179) is our top wireless pick. Sony PS-LX310BT ($178) adds better build. Stream vinyl to any Bluetooth speaker. See our picks.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Turntables with USB 2026 | Digitize Your Vinyl
AT-LP120X ($349) is best for USB recording. Budget option: AT-LP60X ($149). Digitize your vinyl collection with US prices and software tips.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Record Players UK 2026: Expert Picks from £100 to £800
Expert record player recommendations for UK buyers. The Audio-Technica AT-LP60X (£120) is best for beginners. The Rega Planar 1 (£300) wins for sound quality.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Budget Turntables UK 2026: Under £200 Picks That Protect Your Vinyl
Tested 7 budget turntables under £200. Winner: Audio-Technica AT-LP60X (£120). Sony PS-LX310BT runner-up. UK prices, no vinyl damage, honest reviews.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Turntables with Speakers UK 2026 | Complete Setup from £200
AT-LP60X + Edifier speakers (£220 total) is the best budget combo. Complete turntable and speaker packages compared. Find your perfect setup.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Speakers for Turntables UK 2026 | From £80 to £400
Edifier R1280DB (£100) is our top pick for turntables. Powered bookshelf speakers from £80-£400 compared with UK prices. Find your match.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Turntables Under £500 UK 2026: Rega vs Pro-Ject vs Audio-Technica
We tested 5 turntables from £270-£450. One stood out for sound quality, one for features. See which suits your setup before you spend £500.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Bluetooth Turntables UK 2026 | Wireless from £150
AT-LP60XBT (£150) is our top wireless pick. Sony PS-LX310BT (£180) adds better build. Stream vinyl to any Bluetooth speaker. See our picks.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Vinyl Albums of All Time | Essential Records for Collectors
The 10 greatest albums for vinyl collectors. From Marvin Gaye to Lauryn Hill. Expert consensus picks with pressing recommendations and UK buying links.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Turntables with USB UK 2026 | Digitise Your Vinyl
AT-LP120X (£270) is best for USB recording. Budget option: AT-LP60X (£120). Digitise your vinyl collection with UK prices and software tips.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Rock Albums on Vinyl | Essential Records for Collectors
The 10 greatest rock albums for vinyl collectors. Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Beatles. Audiophile pressing recommendations with UK buying links.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Indie & Alternative Albums on Vinyl | Essential Records
The 10 greatest indie and alternative albums for vinyl collectors. Radiohead, Pixies, The Smiths. Pressing recommendations with UK buying links.
Read moreBuying GuideBest Christmas Albums on Vinyl UK 2026 | Classic and Modern
From Frank Sinatra to David Bowie. The best Christmas albums on vinyl for UK collectors. Sound quality, pressings, and where to buy.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Jazz Albums on Vinyl | Essential Records for Collectors
The 10 greatest jazz albums for vinyl collectors. Miles Davis, Coltrane, Mingus. Audiophile pressing recommendations with UK buying links.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Hip-Hop Albums on Vinyl | Essential Records for Collectors
The 10 greatest hip-hop albums for vinyl collectors. Nas, Wu-Tang, Outkast, Kendrick Lamar. Pressing recommendations with UK buying links.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Metal Albums on Vinyl | Essential Records for Collectors
The 10 greatest metal albums for vinyl collectors. Master of Puppets, Paranoid, Reign in Blood. Pressing recommendations with UK buying links.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Electronic Albums on Vinyl | Essential Records for Collectors
The 10 greatest electronic albums for vinyl collectors. Kraftwerk, Aphex Twin, Daft Punk. Pressing recommendations with UK buying links.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Pop Albums on Vinyl | Essential Records for Collectors
The 10 greatest pop albums for vinyl collectors. Michael Jackson, Prince, Madonna, Adele. Pressing recommendations with UK buying links.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Soul & R&B Albums on Vinyl | Essential Records for Collectors
The 10 greatest soul and R&B albums for vinyl collectors. Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin. Pressing recommendations with UK buying links.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Folk Albums on Vinyl | Essential Records for Collectors
The 10 greatest folk albums for vinyl collectors. Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Nick Drake. Pressing recommendations with UK buying links.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Punk Albums on Vinyl | Essential Records for Collectors
The 10 greatest punk albums for vinyl collectors. Ramones, Sex Pistols, The Clash, Black Flag. Pressing recommendations with UK buying links.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Classical Albums on Vinyl | Essential Recordings
The 10 greatest classical recordings for vinyl collectors. Beethoven, Bach, Wagner. Audiophile pressing recommendations with UK buying links.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Reggae Albums on Vinyl | Essential Records for Collectors
The 10 greatest reggae albums for vinyl collectors. Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Lee Perry. Pressing recommendations with UK buying links.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Country Albums on Vinyl | Essential Records for Collectors
The 10 greatest country albums for vinyl collectors. Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline. Pressing recommendations with UK buying links.
Read moreBuying GuideTop 10 Blues Albums on Vinyl | Essential Records for Collectors
The 10 greatest blues albums for vinyl collectors. B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Stevie Ray Vaughan. Pressing recommendations with UK buying links.
Read moreComparisons
Head-to-head reviews of popular turntables and components
Audio-Technica LP60X vs LP120X 2026 | $149 vs $349
LP60X ($149) for beginners, LP120X ($349) for upgraders. Features, sound, and value compared head-to-head. Which Audio-Technica turntable is right for you?
Read moreComparisonBelt Drive vs Direct Drive Turntables 2026 | Compared
Belt drive is quieter (Rega, Pro-Ject). Direct drive is more reliable (Audio-Technica). We explain the differences and help you choose.
Read moreComparisonCrosley vs Audio-Technica 2026 | $70 vs $149 Compared
Crosley ($70) damages records. Audio-Technica AT-LP60X ($149) protects them. The $80 difference matters. See why we recommend Audio-Technica.
Read moreComparisonAudio-Technica LP60X vs LP120X UK 2026 | £120 vs £270
Tested both side-by-side. LP60X is dead simple. LP120X sounds noticeably better. But the real reason to spend extra might surprise you. Full UK comparison.
Read moreComparisonBelt Drive vs Direct Drive Turntables UK 2026 | Compared
Belt drive is quieter (Rega, Pro-Ject). Direct drive is more reliable (Audio-Technica). We explain the differences and help you choose.
Read moreComparisonRega vs Pro-Ject Turntables UK 2026 | From £300
Rega (UK-made, punchy sound) vs Pro-Ject (Austrian, tweakable). Both from £300. We compare build, sound, and value. Find your match.
Read moreComparisonCrosley vs Audio-Technica UK 2026 | £90 vs £120 Compared
Crosley (£90) damages records. Audio-Technica AT-LP60X (£120) protects them. The £30 difference matters. See why we recommend Audio-Technica.
Read moreHow-To Guides
Step-by-step tutorials for setup, maintenance, and optimization
Record Player Beginners Guide 2026 | Start from $250
Start spinning vinyl from $250. AT-LP60X + Edifier speakers is the perfect beginner combo. Setup help, terminology, and mistakes to avoid.
Read moreHow-ToPhono Preamp Guide 2026 | Do You Need One? From $39
Do you need a phono preamp? Art DJ Pre II ($39) is best on a budget. Built-in vs external explained with US prices. Find out what you need.
Read moreHow-ToRecord Player Beginners Guide UK 2026 | Start from £200
Start spinning vinyl from £200. AT-LP60X + Edifier speakers is the perfect beginner combo. Setup help, terminology, and mistakes to avoid.
Read moreHow-ToPhono Preamp Guide UK 2026 | Do You Need One? From £35
Do you need a phono preamp? Art DJ Pre II (£35) is best on a budget. Built-in vs external explained with UK prices. Find out what you need.
Read moreSetup & Maintenance
Essential guides for getting the best sound from your vinyl
Vinyl Record Care Guide 2026 | Cleaning and Storage
Protect your vinyl collection. Carbon fiber brush ($12), proper storage, and handling tips. Keep your records sounding great for decades.
Read moreSetup GuideHow to Set Up a Record Player 2026 | Step-by-Step
Set up your turntable properly in 10 minutes. Tonearm balancing, tracking force, anti-skate explained simply. Get spinning today.
Read moreSetup GuideTurntable Cartridge Upgrade Guide 2026 | From $59
AT-VM95E ($59) is the best budget upgrade. When to upgrade, what to buy, and how to install. MM and MC cartridges compared.
Read moreSetup GuideVinyl Record Care Guide UK 2026 | Cleaning and Storage
Protect your vinyl collection. Carbon fibre brush (£10), proper storage, and handling tips. Keep your records sounding great for decades.
Read moreSetup GuideHow to Set Up a Record Player UK 2026 | Step-by-Step
Set up your turntable properly in 10 minutes. Tonearm balancing, tracking force, anti-skate explained simply. Get spinning today.
Read moreSetup GuideTurntable Cartridge Upgrade Guide UK 2026 | From £50
AT-VM95E (£50) is the best budget upgrade. When to upgrade, what to buy, and how to install. MM and MC cartridges compared.
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