Tutorials - Audio Appraisal

Connect a Turntable to Active Speakers for a Compact Vinyl Replay System

Who said a proper vinyl-based system had to be large and cumbersome? It is possible to assemble a compact vinyl playback system which won’t break the bank, won’t damage your records and will sound a million times better than virtually every self-contained, all-in-one solution currently on the market.

Build a DIY Hi-Fi Rack using Ikea Lack Tables

I was recently in a position where I needed to replace my existing hi-fi rack. I began looking at my options but it soon became clear that if I wanted a rack to meet all of my requirements, I was going to have to shell out for it. A lot. Anywhere from £700-1700, the price of a new component or a huge pile of records. Having been down the DIY route with previous racks I decided to do so again.

5 Tips for Sampling Vinyl

In an age where packaged loops are as easy to find as roadies at the backstage buffet, it takes thought, effort and creativity to stand apart from the crowd. Building on your own vinyl finds offers unmatched satisfaction as well as an endless well of inspiration.

A Guide to Turntables and Vinyl

If you’re purchasing a new or used turntable or looking to get the best from the equipment you have, this extensive guide will show you the important things to consider when choosing a turntable, how to set it up correctly, and how to care for your records.

Phono Stages Explained

Buying a record player is not always as easy as acquiring the most expensive turntable you can afford and plugging it into an amp and speakers. In this article I will guide the prospective purchaser through the minefield of phono stages, since upgrading the phono stage can provide one of the most dramatic improvements to sound quality.

How to Care for Your Record Collection

An in-depth tutorial covering the care of vinyl records. Includes information on record cleaning, storage and playback.

Rega RP6 Modifications Part 1

A selection of sub-£20 modifications to improve the performance of your Rega turntable.

Hi-Fi 101 Part 6: Important Specifications

The important specifications to consider when selecting your hi-fi components.

Hi-Fi 101 Part 5: Cables

An introduction to Hi-Fi cables, part of the Hi-Fi for Beginners series.

Hi-Fi 101 Part 4: Loudspeakers

An introduction to loudspeakers, part of the Hi-Fi for Beginners series.

Hi-Fi 101 Part 3: Source Components

An introduction to Hi-Fi source components. Part of the Hi-Fi101 series.

Hi-Fi 101 Part 2: The Amplifier

An introduction to the hi-fi amplifier. Part of the Hi-Fi101 series.

Hi-Fi 101 Part 1: Introduction

Looking to put together your own hi-fi system but unsure where to start? Baffled by the audiophile terminology littering the pages of your favourite hi-fi magazines? Simply not sure what to believe? This comprehensive guide will tell you all you need to know to get started.

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