Building a Vinyl System That Justifies the Expense

Getting into vinyl is expensive and inconvenient. That's the point. But if you buy the wrong gear, you're just paying for the inconvenience without the sonic payoff. You don't need to spend thousands, but you do need to avoid the plastic suitcases that chew up your records. We look at the sweet spot where analog warmth actually kicks in, focusing on modular setups that let you swap out speakers or cartridges as your ears get pickier.