Turntable reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 294 Reddit reviews across 12 subreddits and 97 posts to rank the best Turntable brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/turntables, r/BudgetAudiophile, r/Turntablists, r/StereoAdvice, r/turntable. Top-rated brands include Fluance (4.5/5), Audio-Technica (4.0/5), Technics (4.6/5).
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Reviews294
Subreddits12
Posts97
Brands22
Products88
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#1
Fluance
4.5
(80)
"The RT82 (or any in the reference series) is a true hi-fi turntable with a pure analog output."
"Ended up paying the extra $100 and getting the rt82. I'm sure I still would have been happy with this one but I'm fully confident the extra 100 was worth it."
"Fluance RT82 - $299. Trouble free, manual with auto shut off. Comes with a fine Ortofon OM10 cartridge and also has a speed sensor that allows it to keep near perfect time."
"Fluance RT-82. It’s my first real turntable and probably my last unless I win the lottery or something. It sounds good right out of the box."
"Fluance RT82 $299 with auto stop and then an optical sensor speed controlled servo motor for lower wow and flutter and speed variation and the speed won't drift over time."
"Fluance rt82 ~300$"
"I highly suggest getting something you can upgrade. You will want to upgrade. That’s how the addiction starts. Check out Fluance."
"Fluance RT82 $299 have better speed control."
"Wow. Guess I have to check out the RT-82, considering all the praise."
"Fluance RT-82, $299. Nothing at the price, unless it's on an ungodly sale, can beat it."
#2
Audio-Technica
4.0
(60)
"AT-LP120X $300."
"AT-LP140X $349."
"The AT-LP120 is a beast. It’s my go-to record player. Simply fuss free."
"Easy - Audio Technica ATLP3X with the ATSP3X powered speakers. Should be within your budget, and it's quality kit."
"I second this. Picked up a 70x a few months ago. It’s wonderful."
"I would get an Audio Tecnica LP120 personally. For a first turntable it is PLENTY good."
"I have the LPW50PB and I love it."
"$179."
"Check daily and it may be back in stock in days or a week or two."
"Bought myself 2 LP60x models."
#3
Technics
4.6
(48)
"I bought a SL1400 mk1 and it's amazing."
"You can find a used Technics 1200 if you are patient"
"All can be found between $150-$300. ALL very reliable, easy to service if needed and will run laps around any modern-day turntable under $800"
"Technics SL 1200, has been mentioned again and again."
"This is always the answer. Get an SLD2 and a good (200$ ish) cart."
"Honestly if you’re just starting… save your money and get a SL-100C. You can get it from technics right now for 999$."
"I came from a belt drive ln Carbon debut Evo. I wish I would have gone to a Technics a long time ago."
"I got my technics sl b3 for $20, changed the cart and put a belt on it and it works perfectly."
"I had this turntable for a year before spending $150 on a used Technics."
"Technics 1200"
#4
Rega
4.7
(24)
"Rega"
"Rega’s are great and definitely a forever tt. The P2 ranges from $600 to almost $800 depending on the cart."
"Used Rega P2 is a great turntable. I’ve had mine for about a decade."
"Used Rega and have it for a lifetime."
"I have a Rega Planar 1 which is an entry level turntable, super easy to use, sounds great."
"Get a Rega life time warranty. They sound very nice."
"This - Rega Planar 2 Carbon and it is not close at how much discount you're getting."
"You are UK based so you should go with a Rega P3. Great tables"
"I bought a Rega Planar 1 Plus. It's fantastic. Setup was simple."
"The Rega is the best of those three."
#5
Pro-Ject
4.3
(19)
"That will get you a Debut III with an acrylic platter and an OM2 Red! Had mine in my main system for 15 years :)"
"Pro-Ject T1"
"[Pro-Ject Debut RecordMaster II] €298 on sale from €449 MSRP has a built in phono preamp."
"€298 is a great value on sale from €449."
"A new Pro-Ject Debut RecordMaster II €298 is a good value in Europe."
"Just get something like a Pro-ject E1 BT and pair it with whatever speaker you want."
"Pro-Ject Debut RecordMaster II €298 on sale from €449 and is designed in Austria and built in Czechia."
"Project is a solid recommendation and in your part of the world you might be able to find one for 200"
"The Pro-Ject Primary E is a solid starting point"
"Pro-Ject has a table that's fully automatic for $399."
#6
Pioneer
4.5
(11)
"I can highly recommend the Pioneer PLX-1000. I've had 3 of them and currently use one in my high-end audiophile system."
"My personal pick would be Pioneer PL series tables, like the PL-12D, the PL-112D (I own one and it’s a wonderful belt drive TT—my top rec of the ones I’ve used)."
"Pioneer plx 1000"
"Get the PLX1000. It is a tank, built tough, and Used is around $400."
"Get a vintage Pioneer PL-12D."
"Pioneer plx 1000s for sure"
"May I suggest a PIoneer PL-112D or 115D, and spend what you have left on an AT-VM95E by AudioTechnica."
"There's lots of pioneer options out there."
"Pioneer PL-12D tends to be a little less, even."
"Great torquey motor, heavy & dampened platter and plinth."
#7
Reloop
4.2
(9)
"I had 1200's for 20 years and I still prefer my reloop rp8000mk2 for scratching."
"Super OEMs like Reloop 7000 or Audio Technica 1240lp"
"Reloop 7000mk2"
"Brand new? Either a Reloop RP-4000, Numark NXT-1000, or Audio-Technica 120X, or Pioneer PLX-500"
"Get the Reloop"
"I’d buy the Reloop RP7000 if i was in your position."
"The Reloop is the better value but the SL1200MK2 is better if your sampling work is gonna be sparse."
"The Reloop RP-8000 MK2 offers a respectable set of qualities, making it a popular choice for DJs and audiophiles alike."
"Reloop"
#8
Dual
4.1
(8)
"Dual 701 no doubt"
"A restored Dual 1019 or 1229"
"Find 80’s vintage stuff your father would enjoy and you could and get a whole system."
"Old Dual would be my pick!"
"The Dual CS 505 was A good table and it's day."
"Just going on price/performance I'd go with the Dual 1228 followed by the Dual 502."
"I’m seeing a few recommendations for the Dual 1228."
"Avoid the likes of the cheap Crosley like ones as they will just tear up your record’s grooves (and not in a good way) and spend the extra dollars and opt for a package"
#9
Audio Technica
4.4
(7)
"I was gifted the audio technica at-lp60xbt and a pair of Edifer R1280DB speakers and I couldn't be happier with them."
"Audio technica and edifier both make great entry level gear."
"If you like AT, this turntable is the same price."
"For the turntable I would suggest the Audio Technica AT-LP70X, AT-LP3XBT or AT-LP120X."
"If you want fully auto and easy setup beginner plug and play without adjustable tracking force then get the better AT-LP70X."
"[AT-LP120X](https://outlet.audio-technica.com/turntables/at-lp120xusb-bk-cr) $244 direct drive on sale with a built in phono preamp."
"AT-LP120X is ok if you like that style."
#10
Sony
4.2
(6)
"It is basically the best bang for the buck entry level turntable."
"For a good starter vinyl turntable, I’d recommend the Sony PS-LX310BT. It’s a fantastic beginner option because it’s super easy to use (auto start/stop, which is perfect for a laid-ba"
"Sony ps x5 or 6 or 7"
"CS505-3 or 4 if you want something simple and good. You can normally get one way under 300 used in good condition."
"I bought a Sony LX-310BT for $150 and am happy with it."
"It's nothing fancy but is simple to use and sounds great."
#11
Thorens
5.0
(3)
"Old Thorens are always a solid choice"
"Thorens tables are good. Can't go wrong with those."
"Thorens TD160. Solid cast zinc, made in west Germany under Swiss license. 50 years old and still going strong."
#12
Linn
5.0
(2)
"Linn Basik with an Akito tonearm for 400. That's my kit and I absolutely cherish it."
"Linn Basik. Simple. Reliable. Spares aplenty. Sounds better than 90% of turntables."
#13
MoFi
4.5
(2)
"Nothing else is close."
"Mofi utradecks are good value at the sale price"
#14
Denon
4.5
(2)
"$220 refurbished Denon DP300F. This is much better than LP70, and more convenient than RT80."
"Don’t get one without tracking force adjustments. I have Denon DP300F and have made many upgrades so it has lasted me a while and still a budget table."
#15
Clearaudio
4.0
(2)
"Personally, I’d get the Clear Audio in either that silver finish pictured or the version with the black and light wood color. Looks so sharp."
"I think that the Marantz is also made by Clearaudio. At this price point, you should also consider the 1200GR2."
#16
Sound Burger
2.3
(3)
"Soundbuger is small, cool, portable, bluetooth and won't eat your records."
"The Sound Burger is the only one I would consider here and it's got a lot of compromises."
"Do not waste your hard earned $200 on a Sound Burger, number one."
#17
Numark
3.5
(2)
"Numark hands down. The LP60 is not designed for scratching."
"Find a numark brand dj table. They get little respect, look cool, and are cheap used."
#18
Victrola
3.0
(2)
"Check out the Victrola Eastwood. It's cheap but has an Audio-Technica magnetic cartridge."
"Is not anything considered good however it's at least a bit better than even cheaper suitcase players."
#19
Lenco
5.0
(1)
"Vintage Lenco is top tier, the new stuff is not good."
#20
Music Hall
4.0
(1)
"Music Hall US-1."
#21
uTurn
4.0
(1)
"I’m a fan of uTurn. Have a Theory myself."
#22
Myksonic
3.0
(1)
"Full automatic, with an actual moving magnet cartridge, and tracks in spec with other beginner level tables."
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