Turntables Reviews

Vertere Phono-1 LX

By Ketan Bharadia Published 1 July 26

Vertere’s new generation Phono-1 LX phono stage takes a big step forward in performance.

Sharp RP-TT100

By Harry McKerrell Published 1 May 26

Sharp is back making turntables after a significant hiatus, but has it remembered how to get your records sounding their best?

Audio-Technica AT-VM740xML

By Ketan Bharadia Published 17 April 26

A sensibly-priced moving magnet cartridge that will work well in a wide range of turntables.

Mixx Analog+

By Kashfia Kabir Published 16 April 26

Mixx extends an olive branch in the vinyl vs CD format war by integrating them both in one affordable, never-before-seen design. Does it work?

Sony PS-LX5BT

By Harry McKerrell Published 15 April 26

The Sony PS-LX5BT is an attractive proposition, boasting Bluetooth streaming, a built-in phono stage and automatic operation – all for a very reasonable outlay.

Sony PS-LX3BT

By Harry McKerrell Published 14 April 26

As an entry point into the world of vinyl, the PS-LX3BT is an excellent pick. Automatic operation, Bluetooth, built-in phono stage and great sound at this price? Sold.

Audio-Technica AT-LPA2

By Ketan Bharadia Published 13 April 26

Audio-Technica’s classy-looking AT-LPA2 turntable aims high and mostly succeeds.

Audio-Technica AT-LPA2

By Greg Borrowman Last updated 3 February 26

An outstanding turntable/cartridge combination, in all respects, for hearing your own LPs ‘all proper’ with ‘angel trumpets and devil trombones’.

Luxman E-07

By Ketan Bharadia Published 24 December 25

The Luxman E-07 is a superbly engineered phono stage that’s packed with sensible features and delivers an exceptional sound.

Clearaudio Compass

By Harry McKerrell Published 18 November 25

Clearaudio is aiming to bring its high-end performance pedigree to the more competitively priced Compass turntable.