The phono preamp(sometimes referred to as the phono stage) is an important piece of equipment for any vinyl lover to have in their home or creative space, regardless of what kind of turntable they’re using. The phono pre-amplifier is tasked with the important job of boosting the signal coming from your turntable and converting it … Read more
A portable record player, or suitcase record player, is a vinyl turntable with built-in speakers and often other bells and whistles. The sound quality of these players tends to be less than high fidelity but still decent enough for casual listening. They are typically small and lightweight making them easy to transport. Some come with … Read more
It’s no secret that many love collecting vinyl records. Obviously, a turntable is a must for playing these records, but it takes more than just the player to get into this particular hobby. You need all sorts of accessories to make your collection complete and keep everything in good condition. This list includes some of … Read more
So you’re in the market for a turntable? $500 is a great budget that allows you a lot of flexibility when it comes to turntable quality and features that some beginner models might not have. Of course, there are a ton of options out there. I’ve hand-picked some of the best turntables on the market … Read more
Whether you’ve been listening to records for decades or are just getting your feet wet now, a $200 budget is a great starting point for beginners and novices looking to purchase their first turntable. While a higher price point typically does correlate to a higher quality turntable, that’s not at all to say that you can’t … Read more