Getting set up to play vinyl records doesn’t have to break the bank. In fact, some of the most affordable budget turntables on the market are capable of delivering Hi-Fi results for as little as $250. Thanks to a continued resurgence in the popularity of vinyl as a medium, several manufacturers of turntables have applied their engineering prowess to produce … Read More
The Best Turntables & Record Players to Suit Any Budget in 2025
Enthusiasm for music on vinyl shows no sign of stalling. Sales of vinyl records continue to climb year-on-year, with revenues now out-performing CDs in what can only be described as the comeback of the century. Despite the convenience and abundance of digital streaming, it can never replace the joy of owning a physical piece of music and the full experience … Read More
Best Bluetooth Turntables in 2025
As a format that celebrates all things analog, a Bluetooth turntable or record player might seem like an odd choice. After all, doesn’t that negate some of the point in the first place? No matter what your view on Bluetooth sound quality, the fact remains, as vinyl records continue to grow in popularity, the convenience of wireless connectivity on a … Read More
Audio Technica AT-LP60XBT Review – Underrated?
The LP60 is one of Audio Technica’s most affordable turntables at just $199. For such a low price, it’s also very feature-rich, boasting fully automatic playback and convenient Bluetooth connectivity. Can it live up to Audio Technica’s longstanding reputation? Audio Technica have a reputation for making some fantastic budget turntables, including the LPW50 and the LP3, both of which I’ve … Read More
Gift Ideas For Vinyl Lovers & Record Collectors 2024
Gift Ideas For Vinyl Lovers & Record Collectors – lots of ideas.
JDS Labs Atom Phono: Phono Preamp and EQ in One. Is it Useful?
The new JDS Labs Atom Phono is more than just a phono preamp, it’s a RIAA phono stage that doubles as a tone control. As the company’s first major move into the phono preamp market, does it measure up? According to JDS Labs, the Atom Phono is “a strong RIAA phono preamp and clean tone control all in one.” There … Read More
Angels Horn H019 – All-In-One Record Player That Actually Sounds Good?
The H019 is an all-in-one record player with built-in speakers and Bluetooth input connectivity. All-in-one record players have a bad reputation for poor sound, low build quality, and sometimes even both. Can this affordable record players from Angels Horn buck the trend? The Angels Horn H019 plays 33 1/3 & 45 RPM records and comes factory-fitted with an Audio Technica … Read More
Pro-Ject Debut Evo 2 Review: Sweet Spot for Price V.S Sound Quality?
The Debut Evo 2 represents the fifth generation of Pro-Ject’s acclaimed Debut line, a series celebrated for its quality and accessibility. With upgrades inspired by Pro-Ject’s higher-end turntables, could this be the ultimate “sweet spot” model for those seeking affordable audiophile sound? The last Debut model I reviewed, the Debut Carbon Evo, introduced several welcome enhancements to the series. Most … Read More
Vinyl Post: Could This Record Club Bring in More Young Record Collectors?
I’ve seen many record subscription services come and go over the years; it’s a very competitive space where, to survive, you have to be the best of the best or at least bring something new to the table. Vinyl Post caught my attention as a little different from most. Their service is a monthly record club where subscribers receive indie … Read More
Record Cleaning Machines vs Cleaning Records by Hand
There is undoubtedly more than one way to clean a vinyl record. Collectors will debate until the end of time about the best methods and tools, but in the main, there are two core approaches: either manual cleaning by hand or using a record cleaning machine. But which method is best? Should you invest in a record cleaning machine? Given … Read More