I haven’t owned (or used) a turntable for some 30 odd years.

Now I want to get back in the game. Musts for me: direct drive, must be ready to play out of the box. Nice to have: bluetooth, phono preamp, USB I have no DJ ambitions but if controls ala the SL1200 are included I don’t mind but I will likely never use them.

I have pretty much narrowed it down to 3 turntables but they are in different price ranges and i’m not sure if more money will actually matter?

  1. AT LP-5x. Looks nice, wont break the bank.
  2. Technics SL-1500C. Pricey but looks nice too.
  3. Cambridge Audio Alva TT v2. Breaks the bank but seems to have all the features.

Thoughts? Am I overlooking a turntable?

  • @JeeBaiChow
    2•9 months ago

    Til Bluetooth is a thing on a turntable (analog) source.

    • @dlundhOP
      1•9 months ago

      What a time to be alive, huh?

      • @RGB3x3
        2•9 months ago

        There are even turntables that connect to Sonos systems so that they can be integrated into your whole-home audio system.

        I’ll be getting one at some point because that seriously kicks ass.