Specialized Systems

Playing independent music on your turntable

When you drop the needle on an early pressing of Beach House in their bedroom-recorded era, the sound is often fragile and dynamic; matching that subtle depth requires careful attention to your setup'…

Essential features of a dedicated DJ turntable system

The biggest mistake novices make when buying a "DJ turntable" is assuming that because it has jog wheels and a robust look, its internal electronics or mechanical foundation are sufficient for serious…

Exploring various styles of vinyl playback equipment

Connecting a turntable directly to powered speakers without proper equalization will result in an extremely weak, unusable signal because the system requires a dedicated phono preamp.…