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We analyzed 102 experts across 111 models to find the best turntables.

#1Also Great

Technics SL-1000R

Technics SL-1000R

4 expert reviews$24700

92

Outstanding

Low wow and flutter (0.015% w.r.m.s.)

Easy to use with quick start function

High-quality build with premium materials

Expensive (£13,999)

Heavy (40.2kg main unit)

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#2

Best for most

Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2

$719

Range of finish options

Excellent value for money

No built-in vta adjuster

89

#3Also Great

Michell GyroDec SE

$8999

Excellent build quality

Good bass extension and punch

Demanding assembly and alignment requirements

89

#4

Upgrade pick

Technics SL-1300G

$4000

Excellent build quality and engineering

Great value for the price

Lift/lower mechanism feels vague and cheap

86

#5

Low cost

$279

Electronic speed control

Built-in phono preamp

Lightweight

86

Quick Comparison

#	Product	Score	Price	Top Pro	Top Con
1	Technics SL-1000R	92	$24700	Low wow and flutter (0.015% w.r.m.s.)	Expensive (£13,999)
2	Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2	89	$719	Range of finish options	No built-in vta adjuster
3	Michell GyroDec SE	89	$8999	Excellent build quality	Demanding assembly and alignment requirements
4	Technics SL-1300G	86	$4000	Excellent build quality and engineering	Lift/lower mechanism feels vague and cheap
5	Pro-Ject E1	86	$279	Electronic speed control	Lightweight

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