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Stop ruining your records.

Most turntables under €100 will damage your vinyl — and you won't hear the difference until it's too late.

Poor-quality cells

Cheap red cells don't reproduce sound faithfully. They often cause records to skip, collect dust and repeat. Invest in a turntable with a quality cartridge for a better listening experience.

Unnecessary features

Turntables with Bluetooth, built-in speakers and other gadgets are often of poor quality. Choose models that focus on sound quality rather than practical features.

Light materials

Turntables made of lightweight plastic or with plastic platters vibrate too much, affecting sound quality. Opt for heavier materials such as metal or acrylic.

Insufficient weight

A turntable that is too light is not stable and can cause distortion. Look for models with a heavier base for greater stability. To avoid jumps, make sure your tone arm is properly adjusted.

By avoiding poorly constructed turntables full of useless gadgets, you can ensure better sound quality for your vinyl collection and longer life. Price and age are not necessarily indicators of quality — you'll find very good models in very good condition second-hand.

⚠️ Please note: depending on the issue encountered, Vinylacy reserves the right to decline after-sales service on records played on low-quality turntables.

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