Turntables reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 232 Reddit reviews across 15 subreddits and 60 posts to rank the best Turntables brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/turntables, r/turntable, r/Beatmatch, r/78rpm, r/Turntablists. Top-rated brands include Technics (4.6/5), Fluance (4.4/5), Audio-Technica (4.0/5).

Stats

Reviews232

Subreddits15

Posts60

Brands38

Products82

Top communities

r/turntables167 r/turntable10 r/Beatmatch10 r/78rpm7 r/Turntablists6

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Technics

4.6

(45)

"Technics sl1500, and wiggle room for a 200.00 cart. Don't need a acrylic platter and a isolation stand. Just great, just keeps playing."

"You can find a used Technics 1200 if you are patient"

"A vintage technics direct drive turntable will run laps around any modern-day turntable under $800"

"This is always the answer. Get an SLD2 and a good (200$ ish) cart."

"Try to find a used great condition Technics sl-1200 mk2. Those things last forever."

"Used : Technics sl1200mk2/1600mk2/1700mk2/1200-1700mk1/SL-q2/q3"

"Personally - I would go with a Technics SL-1200. It's the go to turntable of DJs for decades."

"Sure. Get a Technics SL 1200. A classic."

Fluance

4.4

(40)

"The RT82 (or any in the reference series) is a true hi-fi turntable with a pure analog output."

"I've one and I love it! Best buy"

"Almost got this one but after a lot of weighing pros and cons, I ended up paying the extra $100 and getting the rt82."

"Fluance RT82 - $299. Trouble free, manual with auto shut off."

"Fluence RT-82 or higher. It’s my first real turntable and probably my last unless I win the lottery or something."

"Fluance RT82 $299 adds auto stop and a solid MDF plinth."

"Fluance RT-82. It’s my first real turntable and probably my last unless I win the lottery or something."

"Fluance RT82 $299 with auto stop and then an optical sensor speed controlled servo motor."

"Fluance. I can guarantee they also have great customer service."

"Fluance. The u turn doesnt have an anti skate dial I believe."

Audio-Technica

4.0

(42)

"Got this one and love it"

"Literally just bought this exact turntable last week and am so in love with it!!"

"The AT-LP120 is a beast. It’s my go-to record player. Simply fuss free."

"Audio-Technica LPW50PB"

"Audio-Technica LP5X"

"AT-LP120X"

"For the last four years I've been using Audio-Technica AT-LP140XP with Ortofon Concorde MK2 DJ carts and have been more than happy."

"I recommend the AT—LP140XP. It’s an upgrade from the 120."

"You'll be better served by saving a little more for them, or any other 'super oem' like the at-lp1240."

"AT-LP120X $300."

Rega

4.8

(14)

"Rega’s are great and definitely a forever tt. If the OP is located in the U.S. than Rega prices are much higher. The P2 ranges from $600 to almost $800 depending on the cart."

"I was thinking maybe a used Rega P2 would be in like with that, and while I know my P2 doesn’t have the tonearm that the P3 does, it’s a great turntable."

"Get a Rega."

"The Rega P6 is a high-quality turntable that is known for its ease of use and excellent sound quality."

"The best line to get into - unless you have 10, 15K lying around - is Rega."

"For me, it would be a toss-up between the Rega and the Audio-Technica AT-LP7."

"Start here and a Phono amp like the Rega fino mini."

"My personal preference is rega p3."

"I bought the Rega p3 four years ago and it is a lovely turntable."

"I like my Rega P6, it’s less fiddly than other tables and I’m glad I don’t have to take platter off and mess with the belt to change speeds."

Pro-Ject

4.4

(14)

"Pro-Ject Debut RecordMaster II"

"You should get the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO."

"If you're an audio purist and analog sound quality is a priority, the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO is worth the investment."

"[Pro-ject Debut III] over the AT-LP2X."

"If you can manage it, going straight in to an rt93 or project debut or something like that will probably save you money down the road."

"Pro-Ject Debut RecordMaster II €298 on sale from €449."

"Pro-Ject Debut RecordMaster II"

"I would look at Pro-ject. Pretty much the same aesthetic vibe, coming in several colors and different feature sets."

"Project Debut are good."

"Pro-Ject Debut RecordMaster II is in your budget."

Audio Technica

4.3

(8)

"I personally use Audio Technica AT-LP1240-USBXP's, which can switch between line or phono level output and also have USB out."

"Audio technica, Fluance, Rega, Pro-ject all have great turntables for about 400."

"Where in your list is the AT-LP5X? That is definitely a choice."

"I bought the AT-LP60. Now I’m only 3 or four months in and I’m already craving an upgrade."

"The RT82 is a fine turntable for the money, and will serve you well."

"I use the AT-LP120XUSB which has RCA output."

"You should look at something for example like audio technica’s stuff."

"An LP60 is the lowest model I'd go."

Reloop

4.5

(6)

"Reloop 7000 mk2s."

"These will last the rest of your life, you won't need an upgrade."

"You can look into older vestax for used units but what you want is reloop 7000."

"Brand new? Either a Reloop RP-4000, Numark NXT-1000, or Audio-Technica 120X, or Pioneer PLX-500"

"I'd suggest a pair of Reloop RP7000MK2."

"Reloop RP 4000 will do you fine."

Pioneer

4.2

(6)

"I can highly recommend the Pioneer PLX-1000. I've had 3 of them and currently use one in my high-end audiophile system."

"Brand new? Either a Reloop RP-4000, Numark NXT-1000, or Audio-Technica 120X, or Pioneer PLX-500"

"Non black plastuc crap by Technics Pioneer Sony JVC Denon Dual Kenwood Toshiba Basically, any major Japanese brand."

"My friend bought a pair of PLX-500s. I’ve fiddled with them and the build quality feels better."

"Personally using a Pioneer plx 1000 for home use."

"I'd look for some used Pioneer, Technics, or even direct drive Numarks."

VPI

5.0

(5)

"VPI TNT"

"$2000 - $5000: ClearAudio Concept, VPI Scout, Technics 1200-G."

"$5000 - $10,000: VPI Prime Signature, SME Model 6"

"$10,000 - $30,000: VPI HPW-40 Direct Drive, Basis 2500"

"$1000 - $2000: VPI Cliffword, Mobile Fidelity Studio Deck, Technics 1500-C"

#10

Sony

4.0

(5)

"Non black plastuc crap by Technics Pioneer Sony JVC Denon Dual Kenwood Toshiba Basically, any major Japanese brand."

"I upgraded to a Sony PS-LX310BT."

"Is probably the only player I'll ever need."

"The Sony is a great starter table, I had one for a couple of years."

"Cheap & cheerful, with surprisingly decent sound Sony PS-LX310BT."

#11

Numark

3.6

(5)

"Used Numark TT500, TTX, Gemini TT04"

"Get a used Numark tt500 and the mixer for like 250-300 bucks."

"A Numark PT01 is a good choice for 78s IMO."

"I have a Numark 100 that plays 78s, it costs about a hundred bucks at the time."

"I bought a Numark PT-01 portable scratch turntable a while ago."

#12

Dual

4.3

(4)

"If you are going vintage I would suggest a Dual or ELAC Miracord."

"Non black plastuc crap by Technics Pioneer Sony JVC Denon Dual Kenwood Toshiba Basically, any major Japanese brand."

"If you are lucky, you might find a decent used one (Dual, Lenco or Garrard would be nice)."

"You can easily find a 70s Dual for that price."

#13

U-Turn

4.0

(4)

"I had an orbit for years and was very happy with it. Top notch customer service for sure."

"U-Turn Orbit. I did the custom and made some upgrades."

"It is followed by the U-Turn Orbit ($200)."

"Have a look at the u-turn orbit. It's decent and affordable."

#14

Thorens

4.3

(3)

"Old Thorens are always a solid choice"

"On a (much)-lower note, maybe a Thorens, or a Pro-Ject?"

"Check Thorens, U-Turn, ProJect, Sony and Rega."

#15

Vestax

4.0

3.0

(1)

"Most affordable:Insignia NS-BTST21 $130"

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