We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Chris Heinonen One of the pleasures—or problems, depending on your ...

Every spring, Record Store Day sends thousands of people back to the world of vinyl, with sales posting their 18th consecutive year of growth in 2024, according to the RIAA, far outselling CDs and ...

Struggling with poor vinyl playback? Your phono cartridge setup—or those filthy records—might be the reason. Here’s how to fix it. Unlike digital audio, which is basically plug, play, and pray your Wi ...

Records are back, in a big way. A not inconsiderable 4.3 million LPs were sold in the UK in 2019 alone. But in the age of the smartphone, old-school record players can seem a little daunting if you've ...

Record players are arguably the most temperamental of hi-fi components. Even the best are easily upset by inconsiderate positioning, poor adjustment or inadequate support. Get everything right, though ...

One thing I didn’t count on, however: I didn’t quite remember how to properly set up a new turntable. If you’re new to playing vinyl, or you’ve decided to upgrade to a better cartridge or fancier ...