Turntables

The Bottom Line: The Tailgater isn't for audiophiles, but it succeeds as a great all-purpose portable speaker system with a big sound and a rugged design.

Specs: 12.5 in x 9.4 in x 14 in, 20.3 lbs

The Bottom Line: The Ion LP2CD isn't the prettiest deck we've seen, but it's the most efficient way to transform your records into CDs, and does a nice job consolidating CD and LP playback into one device.

The Bottom Line: The Numark TTi is an average turntable with a unique iPod recording feature, but it doesn't take the sting out of digitizing your records.

The Bottom Line: The Ion iPTUSB is as useful as it is adorable, with sound quality that defies its small size.

Specs: Turntable, Stereo

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for an attractive, affordable way to digitize your collection of vinyl recordings, the Ion TTUSB10 is the best-looking budget USB turntable we've seen. Serious audio archivists should invest in a turntable with a beefier construction and more features, however.

The Bottom Line: Although it's not a one-size-fits-all product, the Stanton T.90 turntable is a great tool for today's modern DJ--seamlessly bridging the worlds of analog and digital audio.

The Bottom Line: If you listen to vinyl on the go or just want an affordable and versatile turntable, check out Numark's very likable PT-01.

The Bottom Line: If you want to see why audiophiles are still in love with LPs, take a Goldring GR1.2 out for a spin.

Specs: Turntable, Stereo, None, Gray

The Bottom Line: The Music Hall MMF-5's high-style flair and impressive features are surpassed only by its sumptuous sound.

Specs: Turntable, None, 18.3 in x 13.3 in x 5.5 in, 24 lbs

The Bottom Line: Sony's nifty PS-LX250H turntable is a great way to get into vinyl and can be used with any receiver, HTIB, or computer sound card.

Specs: Turntable, Stereo, None, Dark gray, 16.5 in x 13.5 in x 3.9 in, 6.4 lbs