Turntables Reviews

Cyrus 40 PPA

By Ketan Bharadia published 19 September 25

The Cyrus 40 PPA phono stage delivers class-leading resolution and transparency in a well-equipped and thoughtful package.

Vertere DG-X

By Kashfia Kabir published 11 August 25

The Vertere DG-X’s significant engineering improvements result in a more powerful, refined, stable and dynamic performance that thrills in every way, while also being lovely to use.

Ortofon MC X30

By Ketan Bharadia published 16 July 25

Ortofon’s MC X30 is a superbly balanced moving coil that ticks all the boxes at its price.

SME Model 8

By Ketan Bharadia published 24 June 25

The Model 8 delivers a good dose of SME’s famed sonic DNA in a neat, well-built package.

Audio-Technica AT-LP8X

By Ketan Bharadia published 17 June 25

Audio-Technica’s AT-LP8X is a simple-to-use, but capable turntable for those who want fuss-free vinyl replay.

Pro-Ject Debut Evo 2

By What Hi-Fi? last updated 9 May 25

Updated With a lively, fluid delivery, a beautiful way with voices and an array of upgrades, the Pro-Ject Debut Evo 2 turntable is an appealing, capable performer for the price.

Rega Planar 3 RS Edition

By What Hi-Fi? last updated 7 May 25

Updated With clever upgrades and a bespoke plinth design, Rega has pushed the performance of the iconic Planar 3 to an impressive degree in this elevated design.

Vertere Calon

By Ketan Bharadia published 29 April 25

Vertere’s Calon high-end phono stage sets sky-high performance standards and has a price tag to match.

JBL TT350 Classic

By Harry McKerrell published 25 April 25

JBL is seeking to break into the turntable market, but it needs to up its game to compete with the class leaders.

Audio-Technica Sound Burger (AT-SB727)

By Kashfia Kabir published 11 April 25

Audio-Technica’s Sound Burger isn’t just an ’80s novelty; it’s a well-made Bluetooth turntable whose compact form and lively sound have plenty of charm.