Turntables & Record Players

Turntables

There's nothing better than sinking into high-fidelity sound as vinyl spins. The foundation for any good sound system, these devices have been working hard to deliver quality audio for decades. Choose your very own to start building up your audio haven, or replace an existing model with a high-powered version for an upgrade that's been due for a long time.

Why Buy a Turntable?

In the age of streaming, it's a good question to ask. We're coming away from decades of CDs, MP3 players and tons of other ways to listen to music. So why buy one and invest in vinyl? Most people love that analog, high-fidelity sound that's unlike compressed and digital audio. Music just sounds better and warmer here. That being said, hearing is one of the five senses and can be subjective. Other people might prefer the way CD players recreate audio. That being said, with turntables, you can control the sound yourself. There's something liberating about being able to tweak different components to get just the right kind of music. Whatever you listen to, it'll feel warmer and fuller than a digital version. Explore our turntables, pick yours out and get ready to drop the needle: it's going to sound good.

How To Choose

There are a few factors that should help you choose from the breadth of turntables available on the market today. Take your budget into account, as well as the features and whether or not it will pair with your existing audio equipment (if you have any). The goal is to hit the sweet spot that fits between the crosshairs of all of these columns: something within your budget that has all the features you like (optional Bluetooth connectivity, anyone?) and fits gear you already own, like an existing amplifier. Other aesthetic features set some models apart from others: some models are even portable, while others come in bright colors or are made from warm woods. Choose the look that works best for your style.

Other Things You'll Need

When looking for turntables, you're going to need more than just the product (unlike an all-in-one home speaker, like an Apple HomePod). You'll need other equipment to be able to enjoy your music, and there are tons of products you can mix and match. Pick out powered standing speakers that sit beside a stereo receiver. Or swap out the receiver for a separate preamplifier and new amplifier: the goal is to up that low voltage signal to a point where it can be heard. All kinds of technology can do that, but you'll likely need something between your turntables and speakers. The more components you have, the more you're able to customize your sound. You can even connect compatible gear to Bluetooth speakers, though you run the risk of compressing audio and losing all the high-fidelity you get from these sonic electronics.

Exploring the realm of audiological equipment isn't easy, and these are retro products that have become mainstream once more. That means it can be hard to know exactly what to pick. If you're struggling, our experts are here to help: call us at 800-860-3577 for personalized advice, or head into our store to speak to us in person. If you'd rather read up on the topic on your own, explore our turntable buying guide.