Reddit mentions of TEAC TN-300 Analog Turntable with Built-in Phono Pre-amplifier & USB Digital Output (Cherry)

U-Turn Orbit Plus w/pre-amp = $380
https://www.amazon.com/U-Turn-Audio-Turntable-built-preamp/dp/B01F9NE5IA/ref=pd_lpo_468_tr_t_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=XN508YTVNDWSVDR3YSM4

Mackie CR4 Powered Speakers = $150
https://www.amazon.com/Mackie-CR4-Pair-Reference-Multimedia/dp/B00KVEIY4O/ref=sr_1_cc_1?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1467666368&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=mackie+cr4

Total = $520.

This is essentially the setup I have and find it a fine starter setup. It also takes up very little space as the speakers are powered so no need for a receiver.

Alternate tables to consider:

LP120 = https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT-LP120-USB-Direct-Drive-Professional-Turntable/dp/B002S1CJ2Q/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1467666443&sr=1-1&keywords=LP+120

Teac TN300 = https://www.amazon.com/TN-300-Analog-Turntable-Pre-amplifier-Digital/dp/B00P9WK1BW/ref=sr_1_2?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1467666461&sr=1-2&keywords=Denon+turntable

Denon DP300 = https://www.amazon.com/Denon-DP-300F-Automatic-Analog-Turntable/dp/B000FMNBXG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1467666492&sr=8-1&keywords=Denon+turntable

I have an Audio Technica LP60, which I WOULD NOT recommend. It's okay but is missing a lot of features that makes it a questionable choice in the long run. I plan on replacing it soon.

There are 2 turntables that I would recommend:

Audio Technica LP120 - this is the beefed up version of my turntable. All the features my turntable is missing are included here. My friend just got one of these and I am very impressed with it.

U-Turn Orbit - This is another great, affordable choice. Bonus points for being built in the USA. I would recommend the option for the built-in preamp. If you can afford it, the upgraded Orbit Plus model has some really nice components that should lead to better sound. However, if you are just starting out you probably don't need it and you can always upgrade those things on your own later.

There are a few other nice entry-level turntables on the market such as the Fluance and the TEAC but I haven't read up on them enough to make a recommendation.

Avoid stuff like Crosley at all costs. They are basically toys and can damage your records.

If you were gonna drop $200 on an Electrohome, you'd be much better served to go for a

• $179 U-Turn Orbit (base model, but it has a lot of upgrades/customization options
  
• $329 Denon DP-300F
  
  
• $250 TEAC TN-300
  
  
• $250 Audio Technica AT-120LP

Gotta plug this Teac turntable. Had one since Christmas, would definitely recommend. Looks sleek, plays great.

Hey all, new to the subreddit and recently decided I wanted to make the switch to a turntable and vinyl. I've spent several hours today reading all the great guides from the sidebar, and have been trying to put together a list of components to purchase. Ideally, I'd like to keep the whole setup below $500, and that's including TT, Speakers, and Receiver if necessary.

From the TTs suggested here and what I've seen online, I'm a really big fan of the [TEAC TN-300] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P9WK1BW/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1QOPTG1UJ4HLA&coliid=I1R3I3ZMALE47N&psc=1). Looking at the specs, I see that it has a built in Phono Pre-amp, so if I wanted to I could directly plug it in to powered speakers (or at least that's my understanding).. The more I thought about it though, the more I felt like I'd really rather have an actual receiver/amplifier that I could control the volume on, as well as use for other appliances like the TV or my wife's phone (lol).. That led me to this receiver/speaker combo. The receiver I chose from a sidebar guide over on /r/BudgetAudiophile and the speakers had good reviews as well.

As I'm still incredibly nooby to this stuff, does this setup get the /r/vinyl seal of approval? (I'm still not too sure on the compatibility of the receiver/TT and if I need anything else or not.) OR could I find a better setup for roughly the same price or cheaper elsewhere? I'm not really looking for used/craigslist options as I'd much prefer to buy new and anything off Amazon Prime is a huge plus.

Fluance has a couple of TT's for under $275. The TEAC looks pretty nice as well. You can throw in Pro-Ject, AT's, and a few others.

Is there a reason you have the TN-200 there for $299 when you can get the TN-300 for less?

I am looking to upgrade my AT-LP60 to one of the following:
Denon DP-300F or
TEAC TN-300
and pair it with an Ortofon Red

I'm leaning towards the Denon since it has the automatic tone arm, but could be persuaded either way. Do either of these stand out as much better than the other? I'd also be open to spending my $300 budget on other suggestions.

https://www.amazon.com/TN-300-Analog-Turntable-Pre-amplifier-Digital/dp/B00P9WK1BW/ref=sr_1_4?s=aht&ie=UTF8&qid=1479174325&sr=1-4&keywords=amp%2Bturntable&th=1

I'm getting this truntable, and was wondering what other equipment I would need, since I don't have anything else. Thanks :)

I recently bought some powered speakers and I'm looking to match them with a turn table in the less than $400 range.
I want to purchase from Amazon but everything there is highly reviewed. I would said $250 to be my sweet spot but I can go a little higher for the right set.
Besides great audio something that doesn't require a lot of maintenance and is aesthetically pleasing would be nice.

Like this or better:
TEAC TN-300 Analog Turntable with Built-in Phono Pre-amplifier & USB Digital Output (Cherry) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P9WK1BW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_wN65yb1QPZH20

Thanks in advance!

Yeah, leave it to Philly to be lackluster even on Craigslist. If it helps, I'm also not far away from Trenton in NJ, so maybe the Central Jersey one might yield better results?

Does the Philips have a counterweight? It doesn't seem like it does. Is that sort of thing a dealbreaker? I wouldn't want to slowly damage records or anything. Which of those 4 would you think is the best overall in terms of sound and quality.

If I ever get my own place, I'd love to get one of these http://www.amazon.com/TN-300-Analog-Turntable-Pre-amplifier-Digital/dp/B00P9WK1BW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1453771240&sr=8-1&keywords=teac+turntable#customerReviews but that's just wishful thinking.