Best DJ Turntables 2025

Top-rated dj turntables 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: October 15, 2025 • Next update: October 22, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $5,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Vinyl DJing For Scratch DJing For Hip-Hop For Traditional DJing For Turntablism

BRANDS: Thorens Pro-Ject Reloop Technics

Technics SL-1210MK 7 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Technics SL-1210MK 7

by Technics

Vinyl DJing Hip-Hop Turntablism

Key Feature:

• High torque for quick starts

✓ PROS

• High torque for quick starts
• Timeless classic DJ tool

✗ CONS

• Expensive quality turntables
• Requires vinyl records or timecode

Technics SL-1210MK 7Direct Drive DJ TurntableDie-cast aluminium housingAdjustable start and stop timePitch adjustment...

⭐ 4.9/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 479661

$1,055

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Audio-Technica AT-LP140XP Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (13 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Audio-Technica AT-LP140XP Black

by Audio-Technica

Vinyl DJing Scratch DJing Turntablism

Key Feature:

• Timeless classic DJ tool

✓ PROS

• Authentic vinyl DJing experience
• High torque for quick starts

✗ CONS

• Maintenance and calibration needed
• Requires vinyl records or timecode

Audio-Technica AT-LP140XP BlackTurntable with Direct DriveManualprofessional record player with direct drivePowerful...

⭐ 4.7/5 (13 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 462955

$477

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Technics SL-1200MK7 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Technics SL-1200MK7

by Technics

Scratch DJing Vinyl DJing Traditional DJing

Key Feature:

• Essential for scratch DJing

✓ PROS

• Timeless classic DJ tool
• Essential for scratch DJing

✗ CONS

• Sensitive to vibration and setup
• Expensive quality turntables

Technics SL-1200MK7DJ Turntable with Direct DriveDie-cast aluminium housingAdjustable starting and braking torquePitch...

⭐ 4.9/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 518616

$1,055

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Technics SL-1200M7B YELLOW Lamborghini - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Technics SL-1200M7B YELLOW Lamborghini

by Technics

Vinyl DJing Scratch DJing Turntablism

Key Feature:

• Essential for scratch DJing

✓ PROS

• Timeless classic DJ tool
• Authentic vinyl DJing experience

✗ CONS

• Heavy and less portable
• Requires vinyl records or timecode

Technics SL-1200M7B YELLOW LamborghiniDJ Turntable with Direct DriveYellow Lamborghini special editionimproved direct...

⭐ 4.8/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 592224

$878

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Thorens TD 201 black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Thorens TD 201 black

by Thorens

Vinyl DJing Turntablism Hip-Hop

Key Feature:

• Essential for scratch DJing

✓ PROS

• Timeless classic DJ tool
• Essential for scratch DJing

✗ CONS

• Requires vinyl records or timecode
• Sensitive to vibration and setup

Thorens TD 201 BlackManually Operated TurntableFor committed beginners who are looking for a robusteasy-to-use and...

⭐ 5.0/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 488907

$494

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Korg handytraxx tube - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Korg handytraxx tube

by Korg

Hip-Hop Vinyl DJing Scratch DJing

Key Feature:

• High torque for quick starts

✓ PROS

• Professional DJ standard
• Timeless classic DJ tool

✗ CONS

• Sensitive to vibration and setup
• Heavy and less portable

Korg handytraxx tubePortable TurntableBelt drive with software-supported controlPre-installed JICO J44A 7 MM...

⭐ 5.0/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 618781

$912

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Thorens TD 403 DD black HG - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Thorens TD 403 DD black HG

by Thorens

Scratch DJing Vinyl DJing Hip-Hop

Key Feature:

• Essential for scratch DJing

✓ PROS

• Timeless classic DJ tool
• High torque for quick starts

✗ CONS

• Heavy and less portable
• Maintenance and calibration needed

Thorens TD 403 DD Black HGRecord Player“Out-of-the-Box" ready to playDrive: Direct driveDC motorSpeeds: 33-1/345...

⭐ 4.9/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 529126

$1,517

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Thorens TD 204 walnut - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (42 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Thorens TD 204 walnut

by Thorens

Traditional DJing Turntablism Vinyl DJing

Key Feature:

• Professional DJ standard

✓ PROS

• Professional DJ standard
• Essential for scratch DJing

✗ CONS

• Sensitive to vibration and setup
• Heavy and less portable

Thorens TD 204 walnutManual Plug-and-Play TurntableWith belt driveElectronically controlled DC motorSpeeds: 33-1/345...

⭐ 4.9/5 (42 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 556342

$824

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Thorens TD 102 A black HG - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Thorens TD 102 A black HG

by Thorens

Traditional DJing Scratch DJing Vinyl DJing

Key Feature:

• Timeless classic DJ tool

✓ PROS

• High torque for quick starts
• Essential for scratch DJing

✗ CONS

• Requires vinyl records or timecode
• Maintenance and calibration needed

Thorens TD 102 A black HGRecord playerFully automaticWith integrated MM phono preamplifierDrive: Flat belt driveDC...

⭐ 4.8/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 529317

$714

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Pro-Ject Debut RecordMaster II red - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.8/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Pro-Ject Debut RecordMaster II red

by Pro-Ject

Traditional DJing Turntablism Scratch DJing

Key Feature:

• Timeless classic DJ tool

✓ PROS

• Timeless classic DJ tool
• Authentic vinyl DJing experience

✗ CONS

• Maintenance and calibration needed
• Requires vinyl records or timecode

Pro-Ject Debut RecordMaster II redAudiophile Turntable for Hifi & audio transfer to PC/MacPrecision belt drive with...

⭐ 4.8/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 495002

$328

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Thorens TD 1500 black HG - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 5.0/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Thorens TD 1500 black HG

by Thorens

Traditional DJing Turntablism Vinyl DJing

Key Feature:

• Timeless classic DJ tool

✓ PROS

• Professional DJ standard
• Authentic vinyl DJing experience

✗ CONS

• Sensitive to vibration and setup
• Heavy and less portable

Thorens TD 1500 Black HGSubchassis TurntableWith balanced XLR outputsDrive: Belt driveDC motorSpeeds: 33-1/345...

⭐ 5.0/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 529305

$2,199

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Thorens TD 102 A walnut HG - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.7/5 (31 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Thorens TD 102 A walnut HG

by Thorens

Vinyl DJing Turntablism Hip-Hop

Key Feature:

• Timeless classic DJ tool

✓ PROS

• Essential for scratch DJing
• Timeless classic DJ tool

✗ CONS

• Maintenance and calibration needed
• Requires vinyl records or timecode

Thorens TD 102 A walnut HGRecord playerFully automaticWith integrated MM phono preamplifierDrive: Flat belt driveDC...

⭐ 4.7/5 (31 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 529324

$736

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Thorens TD 202 black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.5/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Thorens TD 202 black

by Thorens

Vinyl DJing Hip-Hop Traditional DJing

Key Feature:

• Professional DJ standard

✓ PROS

• Professional DJ standard
• Timeless classic DJ tool

✗ CONS

• Heavy and less portable
• Requires vinyl records or timecode

Thorens TD 202 BlackManual plug and play record playerSolid framePre-installed Audio Technica AT 95 E cartridgeMatching...

⭐ 4.5/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 488933

$488

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Reloop Turn 7 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.9/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Reloop Turn 7

by Reloop

Traditional DJing Hip-Hop Turntablism

Key Feature:

• Authentic vinyl DJing experience

✓ PROS

• Authentic vinyl DJing experience
• High torque for quick starts

✗ CONS

• Expensive quality turntables
• Maintenance and calibration needed

Reloop Turn 7Belt-Driven Premium HiFi TurntableWith Ortofon 2M Red stylus (elliptical)20 mm acrylic platter (1.7 kg)...

⭐ 4.9/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 567263

$912

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Reloop RP 4000 MK2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.5/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Reloop RP 4000 MK2

by Reloop

Turntablism Vinyl DJing Scratch DJing

Key Feature:

• Timeless classic DJ tool

✓ PROS

• Authentic vinyl DJing experience
• High torque for quick starts

✗ CONS

• Expensive quality turntables
• Sensitive to vibration and setup

Reloop RP 4000 MK2Quartz-Driven DJ Turntable with High-Torque Direct DriveSpeeds (RPM): 33 1/3 - 45 - 78Pitch with...

⭐ 4.5/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 437755

$351

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How to Choose the Best DJ Turntables

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced dj turntables typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Technics SL-1210MK 7

Audio-Technica AT-LP140XP Black

Technics SL-1200MK7

Technics SL-1200M7B YELLOW Lamborghini

Thorens TD 201 black

Korg handytraxx tube

Thorens TD 403 DD black HG

Thorens TD 204 walnut

Thorens TD 102 A black HG

Pro-Ject Debut RecordMaster II red

Thorens TD 1500 black HG

Thorens TD 102 A walnut HG

Thorens TD 202 black

Reloop Turn 7

Reloop RP 4000 MK2

How to Choose the Best DJ Turntables

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