Best turntables 2018: the best record players for any budget

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Best Turntables Buying Guide: Welcome to TheIndianSubcontinent's round-up of the best turntables (also known as record players) you can buy
images of the 60s and 70s to mind, you'll find that most modern turntables are pretty well-equipped with the latest tech
that as a result of all of these new products and tricky naming conventions, the market for the best turntables can be more confusing than a
go into choosing the best turntable for your listening needs and budget
Do you want to go on the high end with a belt drive Or how about a more user-friendly direct drive turntable What about phono preamps Do you
know it.1
(13.86") D x 157.0 mm (6.1") H | Motor: Direct drive | Platter: Die-cast aluminum | Phono preamp: Yes | USB: Yes | Speeds: 33 ?, 45, 78 rpm
AT-LP120-USB is the best introductory turntable for aspiring vinyl enthusiasts
and features while more vetted users will love the option to dial in the vertical tracking angle, tracking force and easily replaceable
headshell
output that allows you to record your record collection if you want
To put it simply, this deck strikes the perfect balance of ease of use for beginners while still including some more advanced features for
you to grow into.2
Audio-Technica AT-LP60Dummy-proof automatic turntable for beginners on a budgetDimensions: 360.0 mm (14.17") W x 97.5 mm (3.84") H x 356.0
mm (14.02") D | Motor: Belt drive | Platter: Die-cast aluminum | Phono preamp: Yes | USB: No | Speeds: 33 ?, 45 rpm | Stylus: ATN3600Fully
weighted tonearms
(WxHxD) | Motor: Belt drive | Platter: Die-cast aluminum | Phono preamp: Yes | USB: No | Speeds: 33 ?, 45 rpm | Stylus: DSN-85Fully
automaticGreat sound for the pricePlastic buildButtons feel cheapThe Denon DP-300F is a gorgeous turntable that sounds just as good as it
looks
falling asleep while listening to music
deal-breaker for you
Aluminum | Phono preamp: Yes | USB: No | Speeds: 33 ?, 45 rpm | Stylus: ATN95EGreat sound for the priceDecent sounding phono preampPoor
vibration dampingNo auto returning tonearmThe Fluance RT81 is an excellent starter turntable for the enthusiast
fully automatic turntable
Pro-Ject Debut CarbonAn excellent entry-level turntable for vinyl enthusiasts Dimensions: 415 x 118 x 320mm (WxHxD) | Motor: Belt drive |
Platter: Aluminum | Phono preamp: No | USB: No | Speeds: 33 ?, 45 rpm | Stylus: Ortofon 2M RedExcellent value for a hi-fi turntableEasy to
really an incredible bargain
The carbon fiber tonearm is lightweight and stiff, and is usually reserved for turntables costing much more.The Pro-Ject Debut Carbon is for
auto-returning tonearm, buttons for changing speed or an included phono preamp
Newbies may be turned off by the manual changing of the belt position to change speeds and the lack of an included preamp
However, if you want to extract more detail and resolution from your records than the cheaper options on this list, or if you want to get
started on the path of being a true vinyl collector, the Debut Carbon is probably your best bet.Read the full review:Pro-Ject Debut Carbon6
Rega Planar 1 One of the best entry-level hi-fi turntables for tinkerersDimensions: 17.5" (450mm) W by 4.5" (115mm) H by 15" (385mm) D |
Motor: Belt drive | Platter: Phenolic resin | Phono preamp: No | USB: No | Speeds: 33 ?, 45 rpm | Stylus: Rega CarbonExcellent sound
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon is the best entry-level hi-fi turntable
may lack the fancy carbon tone arm of the Pro-Ject, the Planar 1 still sounds excellent and is well damped with its phenolic resin platter
Vocals are revealing and you can hear the texture from instruments like the violin
Marantz TT-15S1Go pro with this high-end turntableDimensions: 440mm x 350mm x 110mm; (W x D x H) | Motor: Belt drive | Platter: High-Density
The Clearaudio Virtuoso included with the turntable is $1000 when purchased separately
the Marantz TT-15S1 get you over the competition Attention to detail
Just about every part of the turntable has been poured over to be the best it can be for the price
more knowledge to set up properly than the entry-level turntables on this list
the full review:Marantz TT-15S18
Platter: Polyoxymethylene | Phono preamp: No | USB: No | Speeds: 33 ?, 45, 78 rpm | Stylus: Clearaudio Concept MCExcellent build
This means everything about the excellent build quality of the Marantz carries over to the Clearaudio Concept (i.e
ability to play 78 rpm records
Clearaudio Concept has no notable flaws
The included Clearaudio Concept moving-coil cartridge costs $1,000 by itself
| Platter: Aluminum Diecast Alloy | Phono preamp: Yes | USB: Yes 44.1kHz / 48kHz / 96kHz / 192kHz (16bit / 24bit) | Speeds: 33 ?, 45 rpm |
Stylus: Sony 9-885-210-05Hi-Res audio USB recordingGood sound quality for the pricePlastic build feels cheapForgettable designThe Sony
PS-HX500 is a great entry-level turntable for those just getting started with record collecting
Its standout feature is its ability to record Hi-Res audio from its USB output in 96kHz/24bit resolution
provides good detail
is now comfortably back in the mainstream, the best turntables approach this classic music format armed with the latest technologies and
aesthetics
The best turntables come in all shapes and sizes, and can vary wildly depending on the type of configuration they feature
is how well damped it is
They do this through the use of different motor configurations, and through the use of various components
direct drive turntables have a motor that is directly connected to the platter
angle, anti-skate and azimuth
Do you want to rip your vinyl to your digital library If so, look for a turntable with a USB output and reliable software to get the job
done.Want to listen to digital music instead Check out our list of the best MP3 players.rHRjcv5BNEZ5tcoVtmtnzJ.jpg#