Posts with tag "Turntable"

Argon Audio has introduced the Aurora, the company’s first direct-drive turntable. The model is aimed both at users taking their first steps into vinyl playback and at more experienced listeners. Its design combines a substantial low-resonance chassis, a proprietary S-shaped tonearm and a pre-installed Ortofon Concorde Music Blue MM cartridge. A built-in switchable phono preamp allows the turntable to be connected directly to an amplifier or active speakers.

British manufacturer Origin Live has introduced a new flagship analogue system built around the Voyager turntable and the Enterprise Mk5 tonearm. For demonstration purposes, the company has paired them with Lyra’s top-of-the-line Atlas λ Lambda MC cartridge, creating a system focused on extracting the maximum amount of information from a record groove. Rather than simply relying on high mass, the design philosophy is based on comprehensive control of vibration, resonance, and mechanical energy throughout the signal path.

Sonoro audio has released the PLATINUM Signature turntable, developed with the involvement of Karl-Heinz Fink. The model joins the company’s Signature Line and follows a deliberately traditional concept, with no Bluetooth, automatic shut-off, or built-in phono preamplifier. The electronics are used solely to control the motor, while the cartridge signal is routed directly to gold-plated RCA outputs. An amplifier with an MM phono input or an external phono stage is therefore required.

Japanese company Esoteric has introduced the new T-01 turntable, incorporating technologies previously developed for the flagship Grandioso T1. The model features a contactless magnetic drive system, magnetic bearing load reduction, and the ability to connect an external 10 MHz master clock.

Majority has introduced two new turntables, the Stylo and Folio, aimed at users looking for an affordable system that is easy to set up. The Stylo is designed for use with external speakers, while the Folio features built-in speakers and can operate as a standalone system without additional components.

Kanto Audio has released an updated version of its popular turntable, the Kanto Audio Obi3 Gen 2. The model is available in five color options and is priced at $249.99. The slight price increase reflects several quality improvements to the design.

Fluance has introduced its new flagship vinyl turntable, the Fluance RT87. The model builds on the popular RT85 but differs from its predecessor with a substantially redesigned construction. In developing the new turntable, the manufacturer took feedback from owners of its previous models into account, focusing primarily on reducing vibration and upgrading the tonearm.

German manufacturer Acoustic Signature has expanded its range of vinyl turntables with the Verona Neo. The new model features the brand’s recognisable classic styling, while its construction is based on modern engineering solutions. The turntable is aimed at owners of high-end analogue systems who value configuration flexibility, mechanical stability and the possibility of future upgrades.

Japanese company TechDAS has shown its new Air Force 20 vinyl record player, a High End model that brings together the brand’s key engineering solutions. For now, the device has been presented as a prototype, but the manufacturer has already shared its main design features and preliminary technical specifications.

British company AVID Hifi has introduced an updated version of the AVID Ingenium SE vinyl turntable. The new model continues the concept of the original Ingenium Plug&Play, launched in 2013, but receives notable changes in the most important parts of the design: the drive system, power supply and tonearm.

Andover Audio has announced The One MK2 music system, an updated version of its integrated solution for listening to vinyl and digital sources. As before, the model is designed for those who want full-fledged sound without the traditional combination of a turntable, amplifier, speakers and numerous cables. The One MK2 brings everything together in a single enclosure and is aimed at listeners who value convenience, clean design and more serious sound quality than ordinary desktop systems can offer.

Last year, vinyl record sales in the US surpassed $1 billion for the first time since 1983 - and as a result, the market is now flooded not only with LPs but also with turntables. While the high-end segment remains fairly conservative, the budget turntable sector is absolutely bursting with options. Even a savvy audiophile could get lost in this abundance - but the good news is that for under $500 you can now find a unit that would have cost twice as much five years ago in terms of sound quality. Our editorial team has separated the wheat from the chaff and selected the best affordable turntables on the market today. That's right - years of refinement from brands like Rega, Pro-Ject, Audio-Technica, and U-Turn have paid off.

German company Ballfinger, best known for its reel-to-reel tape recorders, has expanded its High End audio portfolio and introduced its first vinyl turntable – the Ballfinger T 002 B. For the brand, the new model marks an entry into a new segment, while visually and conceptually continuing Ballfinger’s signature design language: strict minimalism, industrial aesthetics and an emphasis on functionality.

Graham Engineering has released the new Phantom Platinum tonearm for vinyl turntables. The model takes its place near the top of the brand’s lineup and is aimed at owners of high-end analogue systems.

Takumi Recordplayer has expanded its range of vinyl turntables with the introduction of the Level 1.1 model. The manufacturer positions the new product as an entry-level solution in its lineup, designed to appeal both to those just beginning their journey into vinyl and to more demanding users.

Wilson Benesch is preparing the world premiere of its new Greenwich vinyl turntable, which will take place next weekend at the Audio Show Deluxe in Whittlebury, United Kingdom. According to the manufacturer, this model represents the next stage in the evolution of the company’s proprietary GMT analog platform and demonstrates the further development of the brand’s core technologies in the field of vinyl playback.

The Serbian company Soulines will present the Soulines tt23 vinyl turntable at the Bristol HiFi Show 2026. The dimensions and shape of the base of the Soulines tt23 have been optimized using the golden ratio and the Fibonacci sequence to provide uniform vibration damping and reduce the moment of inertia in all three planes relative to the center of gravity.

The Japanese company Audio-Technica unveiled the Audio-Technica AT-LP7X belt-drive, fully manual turntable. According to the manufacturer, the new model is aimed at vinyl enthusiasts looking for a straightforward design combined with proven analogue engineering, continuing the company’s long-standing traditions in turntable and cartridge development.

Excalibur has expanded its cartridge lineup with the Midnight Blue (€1,899), engineered using cutting-edge materials. A boron cantilever, Microridge diamond stylus, and low-resonance Delrin body should, according to developers, provide exceptionally precise and detailed groove reading.

Ultra high-end equipment never ceases to amaze with both its sound quality and the engineering ingenuity of its designers. Our new selection features eight of the most modern and very expensive turntables – a ranking of stunning turntables is here for you.