Best Turntables and Vinyl Accessories for Record Collectors – 2025 Picks
Whether you're new to vinyl or a seasoned collector, having the right accessories makes all the difference. From turntables to sleeves, we’ve curated this 2025 list to help you upgrade or build your setup. Andy and the We Buy Records Milwaukee team test everything in-store and link only to products we personally use or recommend.
🔀 Turntables
This section contains turntables we’ve tested and loved. These are our top picks for DJ turntables, budget tables, and a higher-end model. Because our retail space is limited (and full of records!), we offer these as Amazon links. Our picks often focus on Audio Technica decks due to their quality replacement needles and ease of sourcing stylus parts.
We intentionally do not include turntables under $300—we’ve found the $300-$400 range offers a huge leap in quality and long-term usability.
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🎧 Best DJ Turntable: Audio-Technica AT-LP120
The AT-LP120 is Audio-Technica's take on the legendary Technics 1200. Priced around $379, this is an absolute bargain for DJs or producers looking to manipulate records for sampling and mixing.
🎗 Best Home Turntable: Audio Technica AT-LPW40WN
At $399, the AT-LPW40WN is our favorite home listening deck under $500. With a beautiful wood finish and adaptable cartridge system, it combines reliability with great sound.
🌟 Best High-End Turntable: Audio Technica AT-LP7
The AT-LP7 comes in at $899 and features a clean exterior and premium cartridge, delivering audiophile-quality performance in a sleek design.
🔊 Powered Speakers for Turntables
Powered Bookshelf Speakers
Amazing value under $120. These powered speakers sound great and eliminate the need for a separate amp. Pair with any turntable above and you're ready to spin.
🎤 DJ Cartridges and Needles
These Japanese-made cartridges are a faithful update to the discontinued Shure M44s. DJ-tested and Andy-approved, they may even outperform the originals.
Buy Andy's Favorite DJ Cartridges
📚 Vinyl Record Accessories
Record Stabilizer
These low-cost weights reduce bass feedback and help warped LPs play more smoothly. Audiophiles swear by them.
Vinyl Record Cleaner
Eliminate dust and static with this affordable, effective cleaning kit.
Protective Record Sleeves
Invest in Vinyl outer sleeves are crystal clear, archival-safe, and perfectly sized. Ideal for long-term protection of both new and vintage LPs.
🔌 Smart Speaker System for Vinyl & Streaming
Sonos
The Sonos Era 100, 300, Five, Amp, and Port all allow turntable integration. Once connected to one Sonos product, you can build out a whole-home setup.
Use Era 100, 300, or Five for direct plug-and-play setups (with a built-in or external phono preamp). Choose the Amp or Port for full analog-to-digital streaming flexibility across your gear.
We especially recommend the Sonos Era 100 in Black or White.
Have questions about building your setup? Message us — we're happy to help fellow collectors get the best sound possible.