Backert Labs’ $11,500 Optik Phono 1.1 targets DS Audio optical cartridges and five-figure turntables—impressive at shows, uncompromising in design, and firmly not for casual...
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...
Thorens taps Chicago’s MoFi Distribution for a real North American comeback, finally giving its Swiss classics the Windy City muscle they’ve been missing.
Rega closes out 2025 with the Nd9, a £695 moving-magnet cartridge featuring a Boron cantilever, fine line diamond stylus, and N55 Neodymium magnet, set...
Musical Fidelity’s Nu-Vista Vinyl S brings flagship tech to a smaller chassis with extensive MM/MC flexibility, but its $5,500-$6,500 price enters fierce high-end competition.
Andover Audio’s new $729 SpinPlay all-in-one record player combines true hi-fi sound, IsoGroove tech, and Bluetooth connectivity—outclassing Crosley-style decks.
Technics ends the SL-1200/1210G run with two Grand Class Master Edition turntables in black or silver with even better performance and fancy gold accents.
Priced from $449 to $899, the Audio-Technica AT33x Series stereo and mono MC phono cartridges feature die-cast zinc, hybrid bodies and refined suspension for...
Michell Audio launches Revolv and Gyro turntables, modernizing classic designs with premium materials, upgraded chassis, and high-end performance. You'll still need a tonearm.