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Dj direct drive turntables: top picks
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Best mid-range Pioneer DJPioneer DJ PLX-1000
Solid performance with high torque and S-shaped tonearm, reminiscent of Technics 1200.
- High torque
- S-shaped tonearm
- Good value
- Heavy weight
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Best budget pick Audio-TechnicaAudio-Technica AT-LP140XP
Affordable direct-drive with good torque and built-in phono preamp.
- Affordable
- Built-in preamp
- USB output
- Plastic build
- Basic pitch control
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Best value ReloopReloop RP-7000 MK2
High-torque motor with ultra-pitch control, great for scratching.
- High torque
- Ultra-pitch control
- Strobe light
- Plastic top plate
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Best for scratching
Stanton ST.150 MK2
Powerful motor with reverse play and adjustable brake, ideal for turntablists.
- Powerful motor
- Reverse play
- Adjustable brake
- Heavy
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Best entry-level
Gemini TT-1000
Entry-level direct-drive with decent torque and pitch control for beginners.
- Low price
- Decent torque
- Quartz lock
- Plastic build
- Basic features
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Best for DJs on a budget
American Audio HTD 4.5
Solid direct-drive with high torque and adjustable pitch, good value.
- High torque
- Adjustable pitch
- Suitcase design
- Heavy
- Basic tonearm
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Best overall TechnicsTechnics SL-1210MK7
Industry standard with high-torque motor and excellent build quality.
- High torque motor
- Superb build quality
- Reliable pitch control
- Expensive