Are you ready to join the vinyl revolution? Or at least pretend like you are for Instagram?
Are you tired of listening to your vinyl collection on a cheap, subpar turntable that skips and sounds like it’s coming through a tin can? Are you ready to upgrade to something a little more high-quality, but don’t want to break the bank?
Look no further, because we’ve compiled a list 10 entry-level turntables.
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon: This sleek, stylish turntable offers high-quality sound at an affordable price. It features a carbon fiber tonearm for improved tracking and an Ortofon 2M Red cartridge for crystal clear audio. It has a similar visual design to many other modern turntables but comes in a variety of color options. (link)
Rega Planar 1: This British-made turntable is a favorite among audiophiles for its smooth, warm sound and reliable performance. It comes with a factory-fitted Rega Carbon cartridge and a high-quality belt drive system. Rega is also known for its high quality tone arm. (link)
Music Hall MMF-1.5: This turntable is a classic choice for those looking for a simple, no-frills option. It features a built-in phono preamp and a removable headshell, making it easy to swap out cartridges. (link)
Fluance RT81: This Canadian-made turntable has a beautiful, retro design and a high-quality audio system, including an elliptical diamond stylus and an S-shaped tonearm. (Comes in walnut, black, or white) The Fluance RT80 is a fine entry-level table that’s more affordable that the RT81, and it comes with an adjustable counterweight, anti-skate, and built-in preamp, as do all the turntables in the RT line. Another plus is that they are all upgradable! Visit the Fluance store.
U-Turn Orbit Plus: This turntable is made in the USA and offers a wide range of customization options, including a choice of cartridges and colors. It also features an acrylic platter for improved sound quality. (link)
Sony PS-LX310BT: This Japanese-made turntable has a sleek, modern design and a high-quality audio system, including Bluetooth connectivity and a built-in phono stage. (link)
Audio Technica AT-LP120XUSB: A fully manual, direct-drive turntable with a design that looks like it’s out of the 80s. Comes with a USB connection for easily converting your records to digital. Comes with anti-skate and an adjustable counterweight. (link) The AT-LP120XBT-USB is same turntable but comes with bluetooth.
Audio-Technica AT-LP60: This turntable may not have all the bells and whistles, but it gets the job done. And it won’t break the bank, either. It’s an adequate ‘no frills’ table that’s easy to set up too. Plus, with its sleek design and convenient built-in phono preamp, it’ll look great on your shelf (or under your bed, whichever works). For an extra $50 or so though you can upgrade to the previously mentioned Fluance RT80.
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Denon DP-200USB: This turntable may not be the most attractive on the market, but it more than makes up for it with its versatility. It can play both 33 1/3 and 45 RPM records, and it even has a USB port for easy digitization of your vinyl collection. Just don’t tell your hipster friends you’re “ruining the authenticity” by converting your records to MP3s. It’s fully automatic but is at the low end of features for what more vinyl enthusiast look for in a quality mid-level turntable. (link)
Denon DP-300F: This turntable may not have the coolest design, but it more than makes up for it with its high-quality sound. Plus, its fully automatic operation makes it super easy to use, even for the most technologically challenged. Just don’t try to use it to play your old cassette tapes. It has features, like a counterweight, that the Denon DP-200USB doesn’t have. (link)
So there you have it – 10 entry-level turntables. With any of these options, you can upgrade your vinyl listening experience without breaking the bank. Happy listening!