Music fans will tell you there’s nothing that compares with the rich sound of a record player, and the booming sales of vinyl over the last decade is testament to the format’s longevity.

CNET has tested and rounded up some of the very best record players on the market right now. There are a vast number of turntables available, but some of the features to look for are adjustable feet and a speed switch, while a few of the following models also come with Bluetooth connectivity.

Based on our hours of testing and comparisons between models at every level, the best turntable for most people is the Fluance RT82. It offers excellent design, killer old-school looks and great sound quality for the money. But depending on your budget, there are more players to choose from — we’ve got two more top picks included below.

Best record player overall: Fluance RT82

The Fluance RT82 offers everything you could want except an onboard preamp, so if you have a receiver or amplifier with a dedicated phono input, this is the model to get. We were mightily impressed by the Fluance’s well thought-out inclusions. Auto-start on/off, adjustable feet and even a little bubble-level were included with the user in mind. This high-quality turntable had one of the most entertaining sounds of all of the $300 players, with plenty of insight into recordings as well as a healthy bass kick.

Best Bluetooth turntable: Monolith by Monoprice Belt Drive Turntable

If there’s a turntable on this list that represents a ridiculous amount of value it’s this one. It may look like a lot of other record players under $300, but it also sneaks in a USB connection and Bluetooth capability.

It used to be that USB meant compromise but not in this case — the Monolith sounds good using the usual analog connections, and Bluetooth is easy to get up and running. Add in a dedicated speed switch and a defeatable phono preamp and you have a great package.

Best turntable under $600: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Evo

The Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Evo offers everything you want in a player for the money: excellent sound quality, ease of setup and use, and striking looks. You would have to spend twice as much on another brand (*cough* Rega) to get better sound.

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