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Pops, crackling sounds, and skipping can ruin the enjoyment of listening to your favorite vinyl records. A quality turntable can produce a warm, full sound that you cannot achieve with other forms of media. However, vinyl records are not the most durable way to capture sound. They are prone to deterioration and the accumulation of … Read more
You can technically use any turntable. However, professional DJs tend to use high-end turntables with direct drive motors and quality components. A direct-drive motor is considered an essential feature for DJs. Scratching, beat matching, and mixing requires a consistent speed, which you may not get from a belt-drive turntable. With a belt-drive turntable, the platter … Read more
What does 3-speed turntable mean? A three-speed turntable can play all three standard sizes of vinyl records. Early mass-produced records were 10-inches in diameter and played at speeds of 78 rotations per minute (RPM). Columbia Records began releasing 12-inch vinyl records with speeds of 33 1/3 RPM in 1948. RCA released the 7-inch, 45 RPM … Read more
So you might be looking for the best white turntable? More people nowadays take design into consideration when buying a turntable. And rightfully so, because when spending a good amount of money why not also look for something that can fit into your anterior and be a centerpiece in any room. Turntable manufactures are noticing … Read more
If you want to get the best audio from your vinyl records, you need the right turntable. The turntable is responsible for picking up the sound, which makes it the first point of contact and most essential piece of equipment in your audio setup. Cheaper turntables lack the features needed to reduce vibrations and resonance, … Read more
A turntable stylus reads the grooves in a vinyl record. The stylus, or needle, vibrates as it tracks the grooves. The vibrations are carried through a small metal rod to the inside of the cartridge containing a moving magnet or coil. An electrical signal is induced by the movement of the magnet or coil, which … Read more
You might want to get into in the world vinyl or might already have a history in collecting records, in any case, a good turntable is needed. And while turntable models come with a wide range of features, materials and therefore prices some are wondering: Why are turntables so expensive? For starters, there are a … Read more
The weight of a turntable can be more important then you think. Of course, it matters when you are trying to transport the device when moving or maybe brining it over to friends and family just to play some records. But more often than not a heavier turntable can indicate a premium quality because of … Read more
Most of today’s record player needles are made out of either diamond or sapphire, although there are also needles made out of steel and some from a sapphire-diamond combination. Styli made out of sapphire and steel usually wear out sooner than the diamond-tipped needles, which is why the latter is often featured in more premium … Read more
Teac is one of the most well-known brands within the audio industry. It all started in 1953 where they started producing record players, amplifiers and speakers. Even in the present times, they prove they can manufacture high-quality equipment that meets the modern standard. For example, in this review, we will look at the Teac TN-280BT … Read more