Joseph Taylor
Joseph has spent a lifetime around Manchester's music, from the clubs and bands of his youth to a home now overflowing with records and hi-fi gear. He treats a good listening chain as seriously as the music it plays. He writes about hi-fi, vinyl and the history of the city's sound.
Record Player Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A record player reads vinyl grooves with a stylus, converts the vibration into an electrical signal, and sends it to an amplifier — each component in the chain matters.
Turntable Cartridge for Beginners: A Complete Guide
The cartridge is the most important component on your turntable — and the most misunderstood. Here is everything a beginner needs to know, without the jargon.
What Joseph Taylor covers
Audio Technica Turntable
An audio technica turntable suits home listening, vinyl archiving and DJ use with reliable, easy-to-use performance.
Cassette Player
Cassette players keep classic tape playback alive for collectors, musicians and anyone revisiting analogue recordings.
DJ Record
DJ records give DJs tactile control for mixing, scratching and vinyl-based performance across genres.
Marshall Speaker
Marshall speakers combine iconic design with wireless convenience and room-friendly sound for modern home listening.
Portable CD Player
Portable CD players offer compact, private playback for listeners who still value physical discs and simple operation.
Record Player
Find record players for vinyl listening, DJ use and dependable playback in home, studio or performance setups.
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Turntable
Turntables offer hands-on vinyl playback for DJs, collectors and anyone who values analogue control.
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Vinyl Player
A vinyl player is ideal for DJs and collectors who want tactile control, reliable playback and authentic record performa...
