Finding the perfect record player is as much an art as it is a science. You have to consider your budget, whether you want an automated or manual turntable, and decide between all the designs and colors available. Each of these categories will filter out a subset of record players, and from there, only one question remains… Which record player suits your personality?  Whether you’re a cigar and Chopin fan, or a Deadhead for life, let’s discuss how to find some cool record players that are ideal for you. Different Types of Portable Record Players Music is an artistic expression...

The holiday season approaches, and with it comes the need to find that perfect gift. Not that a special occasion is required to remind your friends and loved ones how much you appreciate them. But having a certain time of year where the theme surrounds giving and receiving is welcomed by all.  If you’re trying to think of the perfect gift for the music fans in your life, be sure to check out these top 10 gifts.  #1 Jukebox What used to sit in every diner and bar across the country is now readily available for your living room. A...

The record player is a classic entertainment system that has gone through waves of popularity since its birth. Technology is often rapidly replaced as it gets updated and remodeled, but the demand for vinyl has sparked over the recent years due to a combination of sound quality and aesthetics. When someone buys a record player over the typical modern stereo, it is a conscious decision. You shop around for the turntable that speaks to your taste and proudly set it up with your favorite vinyl on display. Naturally, you would also put an equal amount of love and care into...

Regardless of what you’re shopping for, the prices affixed to the upper and lower echelons of a product differ dramatically. And speakers are no exception. When searching online, you can easily find speakers that double, triple, even septuple your budget (that’s 7 times, if you were wondering). But is paying the steep fees worth it? What causes speakers to be more expensive? Do record players need speakers? To answer these questions and more, read ahead. Factors that Determine Price For Speakers How much does a turntable speaker cost is a question best understood in parts. Speaker parts, to be exact....

Whether you've been building your vinyl collection for years or you’re a hipster new to the vinyl scene, record players unite all walks of life through high-quality music. In this modern era of streaming apps and digital downloads, there are crucial musical elements that can get lost along the way. Vinyl is all about maintaining the authentic sound that the band or producers intended, upholding the integrity of the recording while also transporting you to a simpler time.  Every element of your turntable setup is critical in getting that perfect sound. This is especially true for the speaker system that...