Editorial Review

Get the best of both analog and digital worlds with the Stanton STR8-100. With the ability to connect directly from the turntable to your computer or digital sampler, send MP3 from the source to the turntable without a mixer, and connect to any mixer without a phono in or ground cable, the STR8-100 is the ideal turntable for DJs who use a variety of inputs, be they digital or analog.Read more

Features

• Plays forward and reverse (33, 45, and 78 rpm) with the same amount of torque
• Selectable phono or line output lets you plug directly into any mixer without a phono in or ground cable
• Use Key Correction to change the tempo (bpm) without changing the pitch
• Height adjustable skip-proof straight tone arm, retractable target light, and adjustable feet
• Connect directly to your computer or other digital sampler

Reviews (3)

Great product but (beware) comes without a cartridge!
Great product but comes without a cartridge! Make sure you order a cartdrige at the same time ...

Great tool for mixing, recording, DJing.
This turntable allows you to play 33 rpm, 45 rpm, and 78 rpm! A professional tool
I haven't owned a turntable since the seventies, so this seemed like an excellent device to hook up to my computer and turn all those great old LPs into CDs. Much to my consternation, it ships without a needle ("cartridge" to you audiophiles). What's that about? For someone who has only purchased cheap all-in-one sound systems, this required a minor research project. Research project #2 will be how to get it connected to my computer. Yes, it has a "digital ouput" port -- S/P DIF (which means Sony/Phillips Digital Interface), with an RCA jack. All the ports on my sound card are 1/8" mini-stereo. What next? I have to admit that this is a beautiful piece of equipment-- elegantly designed, but clearly targeted at the knowledgeable DJ... But, help the beginner, unless, like me, your thrills come from climbing learning curves. I'll write another review when I get it working! ... Read more

Editorial Review

Relive the era of sock hops and soda jerks with this classic Teac '50-style stereo system. The SL-A100R combines a mid-20th-century aesthetic (witness the jukebox-like front panel and three-speed turntable) with modern sound quality, letting you enjoy your favorite LPs time and again. The system also includes an analog AM/FM tuner with a rotary dial and a pair of integrated stereo speakers with chrome highlights. It's the belt-driven turntable that really impresses, however, as it not only looks cool, but plays back 33-1/3 rpm albums, 45 rpm singles, and classic jazz-age 78s--a speed for every taste. It also includes a cover that protects the vinyl during playback. Read more

Features

• 50-style stereo system with 3-speed turntable and analog AM/FM tuner
• Jukebox-like front panel includes rotary radio and volume dials and integrated stereo speakers
• Belt-driven turntable plays back 33-1/3, 45, and 78 rpm vinyl
• Rear RCA audio outputs for connecting components to separate receiver
• Measures 15.19 by 7.33 by 15.19 inches (W x H x D)

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THIS IS AN EXCELENT STEREO PLAYBACK SET FOR YOUR TREASURED RECORD COLLECTION
THIS IS AN EXCELLENT 3 SPEED TURNTABLE THAT CAN BE USED TO PLAY YOUR RECORDS THROUGH THE BUILT IN SPEAKER SYSTEM,OR YOUR HOME STEREO/THEATER SYSTEM.THE PRICE POINT IS GOOD AND PERFORMANCE IS QUITE NICE. I PURCHASED THIS UNIT AS A HOLIDAY GIFT.A GOOD DEAL 4 STAR RATED......PLEASE DONT EXPECT THIS SET TO PERFORM LIKE AN EXPENSIVE TURNTABLE.... ... Read more

Editorial Review

Ideal for scratching and battling, the Stanton 505 SK II phono cartridge appeals to DJs who value high-quality sound at an affordable price. The cartridge features a super-sturdy spherical 0.7 mm stylus coupled with a pumped-up output, resulting in a deep bass response and in-your-face sound. The wide-band frequency response (20 Hz to 17 kHz) is particularly suited to high-energy playback--the kind of extra punch you need to quake the dance floor. The 505 SK II also enjoys a skip-resistant tracking force of 2 to 5 grams, and adheres to even the most worn-out grooves. Compatible with any standard 1/2-inch turntable tonearm, the 505 SK II is a good low-cost, high-value solution. ... Read more

Features

• Single high-value phono cartridge for DJ scratching and battling
• Spherical super-high-polish 0.7 mm stylus tip minimizes vinyl burn
• 20 Hz to 17 kHz frequency response; tracking force of 2 to 5 grams
• Sturdy suspension designed for stability in raucous club setups
• Weighs 5.5 grams and fits any standard 1/2-inch turntable tonearm

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excellent quality
This went into one amazing machine!!The sound quality is wonderful, my old records did not sound this good when they were new!!Read more

Editorial Review

Stanton engineered the ST-150 super-high-torque digital turntable with one goal in mind: give DJs a no-nonsense turntable with all the essentials but none of the silly frills that often get in the way while mixing. In other words, the objective is high performance, not mindless distraction. The turntable's primary selling point is its industry-leading torque motor--up to 4.5 kilograms of force per square centimeter--along with its ultra-stable platter and height-adjustable S-shaped tonearm. The powerful motor makes mixing far more accurate, and improves the results of everything from reversing to scratching, especially among experienced DJs who know how to handle a deck. The turntable is also remarkably durable, with a solid-steel top case and a tough rubber base that both resist vibration and stand up to rough handling.Read more

Features

• Ultra-high-torque DJ digital turntable designed for high-performance applications
• 4.5 kilograms of force per square centimeter; height-adjustable S-shaped tonearm
• Selectable pitch control (+/-8, 25, and 50 percent); dual start/stop buttons
• Digital key correction preserves original key when pitch changes; start and brake adjustment dials
• Includes premounted 680HP cartridge; S/PDIF digital output plugs into CD-R or sound card

Reviews (1)

Top Notch Turns
These turns are awesome, and better than any other turns out there; yeah they're even better than the latest Technics, which are not much of an improvement over their previous versions.The reason these are better is because Stanton put a lot of research into these bad boys, whereas Technics have taken for granted their status.Now they're paying for it.
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Features

• High-performance phono cartridge with finely polished elliptical diamond tip
• Accurately reproduces difficult musical passages, particularly in high-frequency range
• Viscous-damped dynamic stabilizer maintains uniform distance between cartridge and record
• Side-Guard system prevents stylus damage if cartridge accidentally slides across LP
• Die-cast-aluminum mounting block; includes mounting hardware and leaning brush

Reviews (13)

The way a cartridge is supposed to be
OK,
Excellent Cartridge.
I bought this cartridge for my Music Hall MMF-5 after reading some reviews that gave positive marks to the unit's ease of listening.I am just getting back into vinyl right now but this cartridge for the money was a great buy and I have enjoyed it for about 20 hours so far.It was easy to setup if you are at all familiar with the process and comes with a nice aluminum case that has a small brush in it to clean the stylus. I listen to everything from jazz to hip hop and the M97xE is great for kicking back and really listening to some good vinyl. I read that it had a more laid back sound instead of being more in your face.I think it is a good combination of detail and non-fatiguing listening.

My Share of Shures
This Shure cartridge is a little blue sonic marvel in sound quality and price range ! ...
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Features

• Includes - Audacity software (compatible with PC and Mac), USB cable, RCA cable, a pre-assembled cartridge with stylus, and an adapter for 45 RPM recordings
• Anti-skating control for increased stereo balance
• Support for both 33.33 and 45 RPM playback speeds
• +- 10% adjustable pitch control
• RCA line outputs for play to your stereo system

Reviews (2)

Great Products, ION is the same unit but cheaper!
The Ion and Numark products are virtually identical ecxept for some color differences in components...SAME components, just different color.They have to be the exact same except for surface cosmetics. I bought the ION from Urban Outfitters and LOVE IT!!!!

Great turntable
Finally got in CD the song"to love somebody" by Claudia Fields,that I got tired of searching.This turntable is
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Editorial Review

No, they don't put phono inputs on too many components anymore. And no, you can't plug your turntable into any old audio input. But you can use Recoton's affordable and compact SP-2 outboard phono preamplifier to give your trusty record spinner a new lease on life. Just plug your turntable's left/right RCA outputs into the SP-2, fix your turntable's ground wire somewhere on a grounded component, run a stereo analog audio interconnect between the SP-2 and your audio/video receiver or computer system, and you're ready to start enjoying the wonders of analog stereo once again.Read more

Features

• Recoton
• Stereo Phonograph Pre-Amplifier

Reviews (8)

Preamps are becoming a must-have item if you own a turntable these days...
these preamps are pure gold, and are about as hard to find as pure gold these days too.back in the good old days (and i'm not that old), stereos came with a jack specifically for record players, and the jack had a preamp built in.but those are becoming more & more rare, which is why these preamps are necessary.most electronics retailers don't carry them anymore, either, which is a real tragedy.i went to radio shack, frys & magnolia audio (the only electronics stores in my area) and none of them carried turntable preamps (or hardly any turntable accessories at all, for that matter).radio shack said that i could order the preamp from their website, to the tune of $50.fortunately i did a google search and found the exact same item here on amazon for $20.basically, if you want to run a turntable through your home stereo or computer, you need this preamp.and this recoton one is a good product.i own 2 of them now, and they've never conked out or failed me in any way.

do not buy this brand
Sent item back to the company and got a rejected mail saying, "COMPANY OUT OF BUSINESS, RETURN TO SENDER". The company address on the label is:
Good Bang for Buck
I just bought this to use on an old turntable with my new stereo equipment.I only have 3 records so it didn't make sense to spend a lot of money.I haven't used it a whole lot but the times that I have it has worked very well.Its to bad that my records aren't in great condition to fully use the quality. ... Read more

Features

• Shure Tracking Force Gauge measures force of turntable stylus
• Precise, 0.05 gram increment scale measures force of stylus on record
• Prevents mistracking, excessive record and tip wear, and poor sound reproduction
• For use with all Shure and other brands of turntable stylus

Reviews (2)

A must-have accessory for the vinylphile
The Shure SFG-2 Tracking Force Gauge is a well-made precision device that gives you an accurate reading (within a 10th of a gram) of your tracking force. Even if you have a tonearm with a tracking force scale on the counterweight, this provides a much more accurate way of knowing exactly how much force is being exerted on your precious records.
Simple and Functional.
This gauge is exelent for setting stylus force. Especially if you have a tonearm that does not have a tracking force weight scale like the Rega RB 250 on my Goldring gr 1.2. Although this gauge is not as acurite as digital gauges which cost $200+ it is still far more acurite than any scale on a tonearm weight. ... Read more

Features

• (2) TT1610 multi-directional efficient belt drive turntables with aluminum platters
• DM950 2 channel + mic mixer, EQ on each channel, slider style cueing
• HF125 flexible 7-position dual headphone
• (2) Groove Tool⢠cartridges and slipmats
• Replaceable crossfader

Features

• I/O Connectors: RCA, 1/4 in
• TRS Stereo
• PWR: 12 - 18 VDC
• Size: 3
• 25 x 2 x 1

Reviews (2)

Unique LP preamp and digitizer
The ART USB Phono Plus is unique - at least I have found no competition.
Unique product, solid build, very versatile.ART deserves some kind of prize for this.
I've been monkeying with the Artcessories USB Phono Plus for about 10 days now.I bought it for the primary purpose of recording some LP records to my laptop.My ultimate goal was to make CDs and decent MP3s from my old vinyl.In combo with Audacity (free audio editing tool) and my Project turntable, this ARTcessories product has worked extremely well in every respect.I have not yet found a single shortcoming with this solid and portable little box.
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