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How to set up a turntable and get the best sound
By Ketan Bharadia last updated
Setting up a turntable can be a tricky business, so here are some simple tips on how to get the best out of your deck.

Old is gold: why I massively prefer buying old vinyl to new
By Chris Burke published
I've stopped buying new copies of older albums – here's why.

Best high-end record players: ultimate premium turntables tested by experts
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Best Buys Want the ultimate audiophile sound quality from your vinyl records and have an infinite budget? These high-end turntables are worth considering.

Now that vinyl record sales are on the rise, is there a more sustainable way to manufacture them?
By Robyn Quick published
Vinyl is great for music, but it ain’t good for the environment

Elevate your vinyl experience: Technics' turntable and wireless speakers in perfect harmony
By What Hi-Fi? published
Connect the SL-1200GR2 turntable to the SC-CX700 wireless speakers' integrated phono stage for a hassle-free and rich audio experience.

Precision meets heritage: introducing the Technics SL-1300G
By What Hi-Fi? published
Technics has turned 60, and how better to celebrate than with a turntable that simultaneously embodies the brand’s engineering legacy while embracing cutting-edge technology?

We pick 9 of the best Record Store Day 2025 releases – Sam Fender, De La Soul, Waxahatchee and more
By Harry McKerrell published
All of our choice cuts from Record Store Day 2025, including the likes of De La Soul, Sam Fender and a very special movie soundtrack.

I interviewed three independent record store owners – and they have one big piece of advice for vinyl newbies
By Alastair Stevenson published
New to vinyl? Here are some top tips from three record store owners to help
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