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How Much is a Record Player? Are They Worth the Cost?

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
How Much is a Record Player

Undoubtedly, record players are a wonderful way to enjoy your music. But you may still be skeptical about whether or not they are worth the hit to your wallet and … Read more

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What is a Vinyl Record & What are Vinyls Made Of?

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
What is a Vinyl Record and What are they Made of

Whether you’ve seen them buried in your parents’ belongings, hanging around a thrift store, or in old movies, you’re bound to have come across vinyl records at least once before. … Read more

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How To Repair a Record Player – DIY Tips to Fix (With Images)

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
How to Repair a Record Player

Whether you’re a newbie who just found an old record player tucked in the garage or you’ve been using one for years, it’s helpful to know some basic repair methods … Read more

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Why Is My Record Skipping? & How To Fix It

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Why is My Record Skipping

We all know the mind-bending aggravation of a record that keeps on skipping. In some cases, it can be fixed, but the first step towards fixing the problem is knowing … Read more

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How to Use a Record Player? Instructions For First Timers

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
How to Use a Record Player

So you just bought your first record player and can’t wait to dive in? If you’re a first-timer, you might be wondering where everything goes and how everything works. This … Read more

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How To Clean Vinyl Records Safely & Without Damaging Them

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
How to Clean Vinyl Records

Are you sick and tired of all the dust and gunk building up on your records but don’t want to damage your precious collection with sketchy DIY cleaning hacks? We … Read more

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Storing Vinyl Records – Vertically, Horizontally & In Heat

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Storing Vinyl Records

If you’re a vinyl enthusiast, you’re probably wondering how to keep your precious records in good shape. Apart from how you handle the records and how your record player equipment … Read more

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Parts of a Record Player – Full Turntable Anatomy Explained (With Pics)

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Parts of a Record Player

Ever looked at a record player with a complete loss of words and felt a bit silly trying to describe the spinning part or the rod with a pin on … Read more

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Turntable Vs Record Player – Key Differences Explained

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Turntable VS Record Player

Contrary to popular belief, a turntable and a record player is not the same thing. The terms may be used interchangeably in many contexts but there are important key differences … Read more

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Victrola Revolution Go Review (We Tested This Portable Record Player)

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Victrola Revolution Go Review

The cool people at Victrola did me an amazing solid. They hooked me up with their Revolution Go portable record player before it hits the physical and virtual store shelves. … Read more

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Victrola The Eastwood Review (3 Speed, Bluetooth Record Player)

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Victrola The Eastwood Hands On Review

I’m in possession of this gorgeous record player that does so much more than simply play records. I was able to test this beast thoroughly and really examined it by … Read more

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8 Best Beginner Record Players In 2022 (Across Multiple Budgets)

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Best Beginner Record Player

Vinyl is one of the most exciting sources of music, with a classic sound that is unbeaten by modern technologies. There’s something about the hands-on approach of selecting your music … Read more

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Best All In One Stereo System With Turntable (Across Multiple Budgets)

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Best All In One Stereo System With Turntable

With so many different audio products on the market, it can get overwhelming when you’re trying to build up your home entertainment system. It can also be very costly if … Read more

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8 Best Bluetooth Record Players In 2022 (All Budgets)

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Best Bluetooth Record Player

With the constantly evolving world of audio technology, some of the best discoveries can be found in the fusion of classic sound with modern technologies. This is definitely the case … Read more

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5 Best Vintage Turntables In 2022 (Modern Meets Retro)

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Best Vintage Turntable

It’s true that vintage never goes out of style, whether that be for clothing, cars, or classic vinyl records. Audiophiles have long enjoyed the superior quality and unique sound that … Read more

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8 Best Budget Turntables Under $100 (Some Under $50)

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Best Budget Turntable Under $100

While music streaming services might be all the rage now, sometimes there’s nothing better than the classic sound that only a vinyl record can deliver. There’s nothing better than kicking … Read more

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7 Best Turntables Under $200 (You Will Love)

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Best Turntables and Record Players Under $200

Vinyl is never going out of style. Whether you love the classic and excellent sound quality of vinyl records, or you’re a DJ that loves mixing tracks and adding sound … Read more

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6 Best Turntables Under $500 (Top Quality For Mid Range Prices)

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Best Turntables and Record Players Under $500

Vinyl records are still one of the best sources of quality music. This is relevant whether you’re an avid audiophile that loves high quality renditions of your favorite classic tunes, … Read more

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7 Best Turntables Under $1000 In 2022 (Vintage, DJ & Self-Contained)

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Best Turntable Under $1000

So, you’re ready to invest in a high end, top quality turntable. Vinyl has one of the purest sound qualities you can find, and you need to do it justice … Read more

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12 Best Portable Record Players In 2022 (Very Affordable)

by Simon 'The Sound Junky' Lyon
Best Portable Record Player

If you’re a collector of vinyl, it’s likely you spend hours trawling garage sales and vintage stores, looking for rare music finds. However, how can you test vinyl before buying … Read more

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