Everybody is in love with the “vintage” vinyl records, and even though they were used mostly during the old times, there are many people that still use them, and I’ve heard that many artists and musicians, are bringing them back.
If you own a vinyl record, and you want to listen to it in the best way possible, then the time has come to use the greatest speaker in order to listen to it in the best way possible. Well, I am basically here for that particular thing.
In this article, you will find some of the best speakers for vinyl that you can find in nowadays market. I’ve chosen five main picks, and I assure you that they are definitely the best ones. Now, what I would like to mention here is that in this article, you will find mostly bookshelf speakers because they definitely do a better job.
Now, without losing too much time, let us see, which are the best speakers for vinyl!
| Image | Product | Features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
Best 3-Way  | battery | 10 | Check Latest Price |
Best High-End  | 8.6 | Check Latest Price | |
Best Value  | 8.5 | Check Latest Price | |
Best for Professionals  | 8.8 | Check Latest Price | |
Best Overall  | 8.6 | Check Latest Price |
The Top 5 Best Speakers For Vinyl
5. Sony SSCS5 – Best 3-Way
There couldn’t exist a list of best speakers in which is not mentioned the famous Sony name. Tat’s because Sony brings some of the greatest devices that people need. Here goes a great three-way bookshelf speaker system from Sony, which does a great job with Vinyl.
Sony SSCS5 comes as a pair because it is a system. Both the speakers come in black color, and just as listed, they are the greatest three-way speakers, that you can find. As three-way, the speakers include a ¾ inches super tweeter, a 1-inch tweeter, and a 5.12 inches woofer. The speakers, in general, measure 17.9 x 10.7 x 16.2 inches, and they weigh about 19.9 pounds.
Based on the parts of these turntable speakers, there are very clear highs, mids, and lows when it comes to the sound quality in general. The tweeters are in charge of the highs, meanwhile, the woofer does a great job with the lows, meaning the bass comes to you just as it should be.
The frequency response of Sony SSCS5 works at 53 Hz to 50,000 Hz and the sensitivity, in general, is 87dB. Another thing that should be mentioned about the sound quality, in general, is the impedance. In these speakers, it is at 6Ω as they work at a maximum input of 100W.
Why Should You Buy It?
I would gladly aim these speakers to those people that love to listen to high notes in their vinyl recordings. That is totally related with the tweeters that these speakers own.
4. KEF LS50 Meta – Best High-End
KEF is another brand that does a great job when it comes to turntable speakers. They are very responsible at their job, and they never disappoint their fans because they do bring to the market some of the greatest speakers anyone can search for. Also coming in pair, the KEF LS50 Meta, as listed, are the priciest bookshelf speakers, of course, when compared to the other best speakers for Vinyl.
Has anybody ever seen KEF speakers? Well, those that have definitely know they are the prettiest speakers that one can find. Coming in four different colors: black, white, grey, and blue, the KEF Meta LS50 speakers are in the first place for the people that want to own super pretty passive speakers. They measure 7.87 x 11.02 x 11.89 inches and they weigh 17.2 pounds.
These premium speakers come with a remote control which can make your music listening sessions much more enjoyable. You can use the remote control to change music, adjust the volume and more.
The KEF Meta LS50 are passive speakers that include only one main driver and on these ones is found the 12th Generation Uni-Q driver which is the newest driver found in speakers. This driver owns a new motor system set, and it includes different magnetic goods. Based on this great driver, the sound comes out very smooth, and it won’t bother you or anyone else that is listening to Vinyl.
The frequency response on these passive speakers is from 47 Hz to 45,000 Hz, while the sensitivity works at 85 dB. When it comes to the impedance, the KEF Meta LS50 bookshelf speakers have an 8Ω.
Why Should You Buy It?
Even though the priciest passive speakers, these speakers definitely deserve to be purchased in case you want some good-looking speakers in your room that bring a smooth look and a smooth sound.
3. ELAC Debut 2.0 – Best Value
Without no difference from the two other brands that I mentioned above, ELAC is also one of a kind brand that deals with speakers. Anyways, since the last product was listed as the best high-end, on this one, we have a major difference. ELAC Debut 2.0 B5.2, which comes again as a pair, brings to you quality at a great price range which is under 500$.
Based on the looks, the ELAC Debut 2.0 B5.2 are those simple active speakers that you are used to seeing. They come in black color, meanwhile, they measure 9.3 x 7.1 x 13.5 inches, and they weigh 13.01 pounds. When it comes to the type, these speakers are two-way speakers, meaning that they include a woofer and only one tweeter. The woofer measures 5 inches, and the tweeter measures only 1 inch.
ELAC Debut 2.0 B5.2 speakers are not those that every audiophile would want to own, but, considering the fact that we need them for vinyl, things change a bit. Every sound, that you will listen to with these speakers, will be brought to you in the best way possible since every melody, and every voice (referring to the singer) is clear enough. What is special about these active speakers and what deserves to be mentioned is that they bring a super tight and clean bass.
When it comes to the frequency response, these ELAC active speakers work from 46 Hz up to 35,000 Hz, and the sensitivity is in between Sony and KEF Meta LS50 since it works at 86 dB. As for the part of the impedance, these turntable speakers have a nominal impedance of 6Ω.
Why Should You Buy It?
Just as mentioned, these turntable speakers are great when it comes to the bass part of the sound. It is clearly understood that those who want to buy these speakers should know a bit about the bass in general.
2. Klipsch R-15PM – Best for Professionals
Moving one to some other powered speakers, here appear the Klipsch R-15PM, which are some great bluetooth speakers, which are used in different professional music studios. Basically, these bluetooth speakers, just as I listed them, are aimed at those people that are professionals in the world of music. They would definitely be a big plus when it comes to Vinyl recordings.
Design-wise, these powered speakers are also very good-looking as they come in a total black finish. They would definitely look good anywhere you choose to put them. The driver measures one inch, meanwhile there’s a specialty on these powered speakers, and it is the Tractrix Horn that measures 5.25 inches and includes a magnetic shield. As for the powered speakers, in general, they measure 8.2 x 7 x 12.5 inches each, and they weigh around 10.3 pounds.
Based on the listing, the best for professionals, it is more than understood how these powered speakers perform related to the audio quality. Lows, mids, and highs are all dedicated to audiophiles; meaning that they sound better than you can think of. Everything comes out pretty clear. The Tractrix Horn that I mentioned above is also responsible for exceptional clarity. It is an amazing technology that comes from Klipsch itself.
The frequency response on these powered speakers stands between 62 Hz to 24,000 Hz, and the sensitivity works at 94dB. The impedance, on the other hand, is the same as the KEF Meta LS50 because it owns 8Ω.
These wireless speakers are definitely one of my favorites, and i recommend these wireless speakers to anyone because they have impressive sound. A great pick for anyone that wants to play vinyl records.
Why Should You Buy It?
Aimed at professionals, these powered speakers deserve to be bought in case you are an audiophile. In case you are a musician or any other type of professional in the music field, then these powered speakers are definitely for you.
1. Polk Audio T15 – Best Overall
Here we came at the last product that owns the most special place in this article. The Polk Audio T15 bookshelf speakers are, as listed, the best overall speakers that one can find when it comes to Vinyl recordings. Another fact that should be mentioned while introducing the Polk Audio T15 speakers is that they are the cheapest speakers when compared to the other ones that I mentioned above. What could be better, right? Speakers, that are best overall for vinyl and also, they are the best budget!
Again and again, the Polk Audio T15 comes as a pair. The speakers each measure 7.3 x 6.5 x 10.7 inches, and the weight is 8.25 pounds. They come in black color as well, and they include a tweeter that measures 0.75 inches and the driver, which is 5.25 inches.
The audio quality on these speakers is more than great! What deserves to be mentioned is that they provide excellent bass, for all the bass lovers out there, because the bass comes just as it is supposed to. That doesn’t mean that the mids and highs don’t come great, the sound, in general, is very clear and clean at the same time. It has an optimal sound.
The overall frequency response on these speakers is 60 Hz to 24,000 Hz while the sensitivity is 89 dB. What is left without mentioning is the impedance, right? In these speakers, the impedance works at 8Ω. Definitely one of the best turntable speakers out there.
Why Should You Buy It?
Listed as the best overall, these speakers do a great job when it comes to overall performance as great speakers for vinyl. They bring great sound and every frequency is brought clearly to you.
Buying Guide
There are two main factors that should definitely be mentioned when it comes to the most important things that should be considered before buying a pair of speakers. They are:
Sound Quality
The sound is the main reason, and the main factor that we buy speakers and basically it plays the main role in speakers or headphones in general. It would definitely be better if you check out deeper how any particular speakers sound like, and how are the mids, highs, and lows.
Type
You can notice that in this article I have mostly mentioned bookshelf speakers. That doesn’t mean that other speakers do not function properly, but still, when it comes to choosing the type that is the best one, I would gladly assure you that the bookshelf speakers are the greatest ones. Floor standing speakers are also great for playing vinyl records. Basically, anything that is considered audiophile grade, can be used to play vinyl records.
FAQ About Speakers for Vinyl
What is vinyl?
A simpler definition of the word vinyl is: vinyl is a type of recording. Anyways, there’s always more explanation. Vinyl is a phonograph record that comes as a super flat disc that includes a spiral groove.
Many people say that it is a big CD, but if you try to make it work with devices that accept CDs, the jokes will definitely be on you.
In what frequency response work speakers for vinyl?
Speakers, in order to be considered the best speakers for vinyl should work from 46 Hz up to 50,000 Hz based on the frequency response.
All of the speakers that I mentioned above have a frequency response that is found in between the ones that can be used for vinyl, so it means that they are all great ones.
What should the sensitivity and the impedance be?
You can notice that the sensitivity of the powered speakers that I mentioned above is somehow similar to one another. In general, sensitivity is similar in many speakers, but still, when it comes to vinyl recordings, it would be better if you use speakers that have sensitivity from 80 dB to 100 dB.
As long as the impedance is required, the speakers that you want to use for vinyl, should own an impedance of 6Ω or 8Ω.
Final Words
Here we came at the end of this article! In the main top 5 picks, you can notice some of the most important things that should definitely be mentioned and those that do have a main role when it comes to the usage of vinyl.
All in all, all the products that I mentioned above own a great sound quality in general and I would definitely assure you that they all do a great job. It is definitely better than you can ever imagine.
I really hope that this article that I wrote about you will help you find the best speakers for your needs.
Further Reading
Speakers are everywhere and the people who need speakers for different things are everywhere as well. I would gladly say that I also wrote some other articles regarding different types of speakers. One of those articles is about some of the greatest speakers for EDM or if you are into something else, then here’s another article that might help, which are the most prominent Bluetooth speakers for hardstyle of course if you are a fan of that type of music.
A special article that I would like to mention, or the main one that is terrifically linked with this one that I just wrote will be the article regarding the finest headphones for listening to vinyl records. That would definitely be a big help since you cannot carry on big speakers wherever you go!
I don’t think there’s much left to say besides I hope you enjoy the article!
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