Wanting to get into vinyl- Turntable recommendations?

[BillyBru]

I'm a straight up n00b. I acquired ~30 records from a family members basement and have been wanting to get into the vinyl game. I'm looking to get a turntable for christmas but don't really know what I should be looking for.

What are good brands? What should I stay away from? Less than $200. Looking for new, as this is a gift, nothing used, or from ebay.

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[Mike K]

If you want to go crazy, Linn Sondek LP12.

Otherwise there are a lot of good 80's Bang & Olufsen jobs on Craigslist. Just make sure they don't have the proprietary B&O cabling and you'll be golden.

 

[Lord Tin Foilhat]

i have a old one in my trunk you can have if you want it. ill send you the info when i get home on thurs night/ friday morning. it just needs a needle

 

[OffshoreDrilling]

pick one up on the cheap from craigslist. if you decide its worth spending the money, grab a nicer one later.

 

[Omicron]

If you want to go crazy, Linn Sondek LP12.

Otherwise there are a lot of good 80's Bang & Olufsen jobs on Craigslist. Just make sure they don't have the proprietary B&O cabling and you'll be golden.

Agree 100% with this post.

 

[CrawlinTBSS]

technic 1200s are a popular between vinyl DJs and have good sound quality.