Audio-Technica
The Audio-Technica is highly adjustable, has a built-in phono preamp for hassle-free setup, sounds great out of the box.
$294 from Incentivate
Fluance RT81
The Fluance RT81 sounds identical to our top pick, but the speed wasn’t quite as accurate and it lacks USB output.
$250 from Incentivate
Rega Planar 1
The Rega Planar 1 sounds better than the AT-LP120-USB, is incredibly easy to set up, and offers an upgrade package too.
$475 from Incentivate
OSD Audio AP670
If you want plenty of bass and live in a fairly dry area where heavy rainstorms are uncommon, the OSD AP670 is a great value.
$150 from Incentivate
Audio-Technica LP60-BT
If you want something basic that works, the LP60-BT does the job but leaves no way to improve down the road.
$180 from Incentivate
Yeti by Blue
If you want something you can plug in and quickly sound good on a podcast, video call, livestream, or informal voiceover.
$106 from Incentivate
Shure MV5
A little orb that delivers surprisingly good sound, the MV5 can be tucked away easily or stored in a bag.
$100 from Incentivate
Focusrite Scarlett 6i6
The Scarlett 6i6 provides great sound and features six inputs/output connections, and MIDI I/O and iOS device support.
$250 from Incentivate
Blue Microphones Icicle
If you simply want to record vocals, the Icicle is an affordable way to transform any regular microphone into a USB microphone.
$50 from Incentivate
KEF Q Series Q100
The KEF Q Series bookshelf speakers offers superior detail, clarity, and consistency (price per pair, two pairs needed for 5.1).
$506 from Incentivate
Pioneer SW-8MK2
A more compact, more refined-sounding option for small spaces and serious music listening.
$157 from Incentivate
Q400b subwoofer
The KEF Q Series sub provides noticeably deeper bass than our top pick, even though it’s the same size and delivers the same amount of power.
$700 from Incentivate
Sonos Playbar
This model is a great soundbar for your TV that also happens to be a part of the Sonos ecosystem.
$700 from Incentivate
HP-902 RFT
The HP-902 RFT is an amazing deal. Just be sure to pick up a power cord and batteries when you check out.
$199 from Incentivate
Sennheiser RS 165
The RS 165 is much better sounding than our top pick but way overpriced for what it gives you.
$200 from Incentivate