Whether you’ve got simply began spinning analog audio otherwise you’ve been constructing a group for years, good vinyl equipment can take your enjoyment—and your information’ longevity—to the subsequent stage. I’ve spent the higher a part of the previous decade messing with among the most lauded instruments for cleansing, establishing, and sustaining report gamers, and these are my favorites. Plenty of those equipment are reasonably priced, they usually make nice presents too.
Before you dive deeper, I like to recommend watching this video on correct turntable setup. Many of the equipment beneath are supposed to assist you in ensuring you’re getting probably the most out of your gear. For extra, try our Best Turntables information and our how-to article on upgrading your house audio.
Updated May 2022: We’ve added sound isolation pads for turntables.
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