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📊 Best Turntables By Price - TTL Levels

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Best Entry-Level Turntable, $150 Price Range

A Step Above LP60x, Excellent Entry Level at $200 Range

Audio-Technica: AT-LP3BK Automatic Turntable - Black
Audio-Technica

AT-LP3BK Automatic Turntable - Black

starts at $249.00
👉 The LP3 features an adjustable tonearm + removable cartridge headshell which gives you more options for upgrading. Has good mass (11.5 lbs) at this price range, which helps with sound quality. The automatic play + stop buttons are convenient and great for beginners.

Best $400 Entry To Mid-Level Fully-Automatic Turntable

Denon: DP-300F Automatic Turntable (DP300F)
Denon

DP-300F Automatic Turntable (DP300F)

$399.00
👉 The DP-300F is a very popular fully-automatic turntable. The play + stop buttons control the tonearm and activate the motor. In addition, the tonearm automatically returns at the end of the record. The sleek aesthetic with a deep black finish is also unique to this model. Additional key features include a fully-adjustable tonearm, removable headshell, and built-in preamp for plug+play into any AUX input.

• TTL Upgrade model also available

Best Hi-Fi Style Turntable Under $500

Pro-Ject: T1 Phono SB Turntable - Walnut
Pro-Ject

T1 Phono SB Turntable - Walnut

$449.00
👉 The EU-made T1 is Pro-Ject's most affordable Hi-Fi turntable. It features minimalist design, glass platter, aluminum tonearm, and an Ortofon OM5e cartridge. In addition, the T1 was designed for easy setup + operation. Plug+play into any AUX input.

Best Entry To HIFI / Audiophile Turntables, $600 Range

Pro-Ject: Debut Carbon EVO Turntable - High Gloss Black
Pro-Ject

Debut Carbon EVO Turntable - High Gloss Black

starts at $599.00
👉 With the Debut Carbon series, you're getting a custom-crafted, specialized turntable. Made in the EU, this series has been improved and refined for over a decade. Expect high quality components, including the industry-leading Carbon Fiber Tonearm, advanced Motor Design and Anti-Vibration feet. Note: requires an external Phono Preamp.

First Step Into High-End HiFi, $1000 Range

Pro-Ject: X1 Turntable w/ Olympia Cartridge - Walnut
Pro-Ject

X1 Turntable w/ Olympia Cartridge - Walnut

$1,099.00
👉 True high-end design and a great value compared to models from competitors. It features upgraded components throughout with extra-emphasis on the tonearm, motor, and its substantial mass. Comes with a Sumiko Olympia Cartridge ($199 on its own). Requires an external preamp.

Best High-End Turntable With Low Maintenance, $1000 Range

Technics: SL-1500C Turntable - Silver
Technics

SL-1500C Turntable - Silver

$1,199.99
👉 The SL-1500c is the HiFi version / non-DJ of the SL-1200 turntable. It features Technics' signature magnetic direct drive motor and S-shaped tonearm. Features a built-in preamp for plug+play to any AUX and a premounted Ortofon 2M Red cartridge. Timeless design and requires very low maintenance.

Best High-End Design Under $2500

🥈Honorable Mention: Fun Portable

Numark: PT01 USB Portable Turntable
Numark

PT01 USB Portable Turntable

$129.00
👉 With a built-in speaker, plug-in or battery operation, and detachable cover, the PT-01 is our choice for portable turntable. Although the sound quality is very lo-fi, many users like its analog charm and great feature set.

🥈Honorable Mention: Mid-Level Pick, $400 Range

Music Hall: MMF 1.5 Turntable
Music Hall

MMF 1.5 Turntable

$399.00
👉 Excellent entry point at $400. The S-Shape tonearm stands out in this price range. Well-built feel with real wood veneer, solid MDF base, and metal platter. Plug+play into any AUX input.

🥈Honorable Mention: Exceptional Value at $1800

Marantz: TT-15S1
Marantz

TT-15S1 Reference Series Turntable w/Virtuoso MM Cartridge

$1,799.00
👉 This highly-rated turntable comes with a $1100 Clearaudio Virtuoso Ebony cartridge which alone makes this an incredible value. The 9.4" tonearm is something you'd find on much higher priced models as well. The anti-resonance acrylic construction is both gorgeous and functional. Dustcover is sold separately, some assembly required, and this requires an external preamp.