Fans of vinyl records and turntables have a habit of going beyond the basics, looking for ways to make their collection sound better. There are expensive options–such as investing in a new turntable, ...

All three of the turntables in my home setup are equipped with acrylic platters. There are many advantages to acrylic. The heavier weight increases spin inertia which helps to reduce wow and flutter.

Planning to pick up some fresh wax this Record Store Day? Augment your turntable with accessories to keep your vinyl clean and system finely tuned. By Brandt Ranj Published Apr 16, 2024 10:55 AM EDT ...

However you got here, welcome. Vinyl is one of the most rewarding—and, if we’re being honest, high-maintenance—ways to enjoy music. Unlike digital music streaming, a turntable is a mechanical system.

With new darker iron finish along with mat and clamp upgrades, AVID was able to lower the price of its Acutus turntable to $17,000. We suspect more than a few heads will be turned in Munich with the ...

Whether you’re a beginner, having just bought an entry-level turntable and a solid pair of bookshelf speakers, or you’re an audiophile-slash-music-professional who already has a badass vinyl setup and ...

When I set out to write an article on balancing a tonearm, I thought: how hard can it be? I’ve owned a turntable and played vinyl since way back when vinyl was still king. I’ve spent years making sure ...