Turntables have made a huge comeback in recent years, and for good reason. There is something so satisfying about listening to an album on vinyl that just can’t be replicated with digital formats.

One of the downsides though is that you need to plug your receiver into your turntable, which means one more cord running across your floor. Thankfully there are receiver docks designed specifically for record players out there now.

Importance of a receiver for turntable

With the recent popularity of vinyl records, some people have been looking for a way to play their favorite albums without having to lug around their old record player. The answer to this dilemma is the turntable receiver. A turntable receiver is just like any other stereo system with speakers, but it includes an amplifier that can be hooked up to your home theater’s speakers or directly into a set of external speakers and has two inputs- one for your iPod and one for your vinyl album.

A receiver for turntable will allow you to listen to all of the new music from today while still being able to enjoy those classic sounds from yesterday as well.

How to position a turntable receiver

When you’re setting up your turntable be sure it’s on a heavy, stable piece of furniture to isolate it from vibration. Avoid surfaces that are light and rigid just in case they vibrate too much or shake when people walk by.

You should make sure the turntable is not near anything that produces electromagnetic interference, like high-power electrical equipment and wireless transmitters. If you’re using an RCA cable to send sound from the turntable to something else on a different floor, for example, it’s important to ensure there are no power cables or adapters in your line.

The record player should be left indoors and kept in a temperature-controlled room.

Some other tips for maximizing your turntable’s potential are to not leave it outside or anywhere that it will be exposed to the elements—ideally you want to find a space with a temperature of ranging between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit, relative humidity of about 50% and no direct sunlight.

The receiver should be placed on a level surface, at least 18 inches away from the turntable to avoid interference with the sound waves coming off of it. The receiver needs to be close enough for you to connect your receiver’s speaker cords or wires directly into it.

What should I put under my turntable?

The problem with the record player is that it vibrates when on. This can be a nuisance for some people, especially those who are sensitive to noise or have chronic pain in their ears.

Use industrial anti-vibration pads under the turntable to reduce vibrations and avoid the sound equipment from being damaged. The turntable isolation platforms are also available to place under the turntable to turn off the vibration of the record player.

What is the best type of turntable mat?

Do you know which is the best type of turntable mat? We’re about to break it down for you. There are two types of materials that these mats can be manufactured from rubber and cork. Rubber mats will generally last longer, but they don’t provide as much sound quality as a cork mat does. If you want to get the best out of your records, then we recommend using a cork mat.

Cork mats will not only better protect your record, but they also provide higher quality audio than rubber. The best thing about cork is that it’s easy to clean and maintain – all you need to do is wipe the surface with a damp cloth if any dust accumulates on it. This mat can be used in most turntable models and it’s also available in several thicknesses.