Installing a new cartridge is something of a rite of passage for turntable owners. It’s a skill that once was common, but now seems to be considered some kind of black art by many. In reality, it’s ...

The stylus, or what is commonly called the needle, is a vital component of any turntable. It’s the connective tissue between the record player and the actual record. Without it, a turntable is just a ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. If your records aren’t sounding as good as they once did ...

Listening to records is an incomparable thing. It’s magical to have that music physically there, and its supporting artwork in glorious 12.5”x12.5” for you to scrutinise. As someone starting their ...

Q: I purchased an Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB turntable based on your recommendation and have really enjoyed listening to my record collection again. I've even had a few friends jump back into vinyl ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. A turntable cartridge is an electromechanical pickup ...

Every spring, Record Store Day sends thousands of people back to the world of vinyl, with sales posting their 18th consecutive year of growth in 2024, according to the RIAA, far outselling CDs and ...

I picked up a used Realistic Lab-500 turntable, in good shape, but it's missing the cartridge & needle. I've been unable to find a store locally that carries (or can order) a replacement; any ...

Q: I would like to buy a new turntable that includes the highly recommended LP Gear the Vessel A3SE cartridge. It seems like all the turntables I am considering include some sort of Audio-Technica ...

When I set out to write an article on balancing a tonearm, I thought: how hard can it be? I’ve owned a turntable and played vinyl since way back when vinyl was still king. I’ve spent years making sure ...