Editors’ Choice 2025 turntables show prices are up and cheap decks still disappoint. Choosing a long-term table now takes more thought—but pays off in music.

It's positioned for burgeoning audiophiles who want to get more serious about vinyl without breaking the bank.

They are the most affordable audiophile-grade turntables that the iconic brand currently sells. Every product is carefully selected by our editors. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission.

The famed Japanese hi-fi brand is calling it its “finest turntable yet.” This year, Audio-Technica introduced the Hotaru, a ...

AT-LP7X is a fully manual belt-driven, built-in phono turntable that balances analog purity with style and flexibility.

Today, Pro-Ject is best known for its entry-level or midrange turntables, priced between $300 and $600, designed as the “next step up” for those looking to get a little more serious about vinyl.

Pro-Ject E1.2 delivers audiophile-grade performance at a budget price. A real entry-level winner with serious upgrades and no gimmicks—just sound. It’s a fair question — one the audio industry doesn’t ...