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The 16 best turntable tonearms

Comparative winner of the editors Alnicov LP Vinyl Turntable Measurement Phono Tonearm VTA/Cartridge Azimuth Ruler Balance Cartridge Azimuth Ruler

The 16 best turntable tonearms

Are you looking for the best turntable tonearms, but unsure how to make the best choice from the large number of different products? Since the selection of turntable tonearms is large and to give you a better overview of the different products to make your purchase decision easier, we have taken a closer look at different turntable tonearms and comparing individual products.

We have many product recommendations put together tonearms for different turntables, so that you can find what you are looking for and the perfect product. We want to make sure that you are satisfied with your product and that you enjoy it. So you can choose the product that best suits you and your ideas and wishes.

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Recommended turntable tonearms

We have compared different turntable tonearms and put together our product recommendations for you at a glance. Here you will find the top 16 best turntable tonearms - have a look now.

The best-selling turntable tonearms

You can find a list of the best-selling and current bestsellers in the turntable tonearms category here. This list is the best way to find out which products other users have bought most often. There is guaranteed to be a product here for you.

Bestseller no. 1
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO, audiophile turntable with carbon tonearm, electronic speed switching and pre-assembled 2M Red cartridge (satin fir green)
  • 8,6” one-piece carbon tonearm with preset Ortofon 2M Red cartridge
  • Integrated electronic speed change
  • Improved motor mount, height-adjustable aluminum feet, 1,7 kg steel plate with TPE damping
  • New 8x hand-painted satin colors in a high-quality finish
  • Gold-plated cinch/RCA sockets and semi-balanced phono cable with metal plugs, dust cover included
Bestseller no. 2
THAKKER AZR-01 - Azimuth and Tonearm Ruler | optimized scale | Adjustment for turntable pickup and tonearm
  • Improved azimuth and tonearm ruler. Unlike conventional products, the scale is on the left here, making it physically easier for the eye to read
  • Since the focus is not disturbed by sharp backgrounds on the same viewing plane, lines and values ​​can be targeted better
  • A higher contrast and the intense color of the scale enable better legibility than the usual black scales, even on silver, gray or black devices
  • Convenient storage in the packaging with soft foam inlay
Bestseller no. 4
Denon DP400BKEM turntable (belt drive, tonearm lift, built-in preamp, S-tonearm) white
  • Developed with more than 100 years of experience in the field of audio technology
  • Unique S-shaped tonearm with automatic tonearm lift and playback stop
  • Built-in, switchable phono equalizer
  • High-quality MM pickup system pre-installed
  • Heavy duty belt driven turntable with automatic speed sensor
Bestseller no. 5
Pro-Ject Debut PRO, newly developed audiophile turntable with carbon-aluminium hybrid tonearm, electronic speed switch and Pick it PRO, satin black
  • Pick it PRO - Lively and robust sound: The perfect combination of components is the key to the great sound of the Pick it PRO.
  • Nickel finish - Sustainable components: The nickel finish of the aluminum components results in a hard, durable surface. (Record Puck PRO not included)
  • Hybrid tonearm - carbon-aluminium sandwich: This super stiff and uniquely damped tonearm ensures perfect tracking of the record groove.
  • 33/45/78 rpm - High-precision motor control: The precisely electronically controlled speed guarantees the most accurate and stable speeds. Easily switch between speeds with the toggle switch.
  • Special plate - TPE damped & antimagnetic: The heavy aluminum plate has a ring made of TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) on the inside, which dampens all resonances.
Bestseller no. 6
Reloop RP-7000 MK2 - Professional DJ turntable with Upper Torque Quartz direct drive, new tonearm base, S tonearm, high-resolution pitch section with digital fader, black metallic
  • Built for the club: Housing construction in an even heavier version with additional reinforcement through the use of metal, rubber and plastic elements
  • Adjustable starting torque (2,8 - 4,5 kg/cm)
  • Fine tuning of engine control to further reduce wow and flutter
  • Newly developed, height-adjustable tonearm base (VTA)
  • Easily interchangeable, freely rotatable LED needle lighting in a new unibody aluminum design
  • High-quality and hard-wearing finish in deep black metallic
  • Optional ground connection provides additional protection in club environments
  • Quartz-controlled DJ turntable with upper-torque direct drive
  • Statically balanced, S-shaped tonearm with hydraulic lift and anti-skating mechanism
Bestseller no. 7
Alnicov LP Vinyl Turntable Measurement Phono Tonearm VTA/Cartridge Azimuth Ruler Balance Cartridge Azimuth Ruler
  • Made of high quality acrylic material, durable
  • Rulers for VTA balance and azimuth adjustment for LP records
  • High definition, high transparency
  • Precision made from clear acrylic with crystal clear print
  • Simple and easy to use and operate
Bestseller no. 8
Neoteck Digital Tonearm Scale Digital Turntable High Precision Turntable Stylus Tracking Force 0,005g Touch Screen Stylus Force Scale Measurement, for Turntable Tonearm
  • Highly precise and accurate pen gauge for accurate pen force adjustment.
  • Accurate pin force is important to ensure playback quality and the lifespan of your valuable vinyl records and cassette tapes.
  • With auto power off function, it will automatically shut down after one minute of inactivity (adjustable).
  • There are 7 units, and the units that are used less frequently can be hidden by setting.
  • Digital tonearm scale for MM / MC / MI and piezoelectric acoustic pickup, non-magnetic, no magnetic field adhesion, reliable reading.
Bestseller no. 9
Digital Tonearm Scale Proster Digital Turntable High Accuracy 0.01g Stylus Force Meter with Blue LCD Backlight Gauge Tester for Cartridge, Turntable Tonearm - Light Black
  • 【A Precise Tester】A precise tester with high accuracy for tonearm force calibration
  • 【For MM/MC/MI and Piezoelectric Pickup】Non-magnetic, independent of magnetic field
  • 【Backlight】Blue backlight screen, high quality rustproof platform and a protective bag
  • 【Precise Force】Precise tonearm force is important for good playback and longevity of records and cartridge.
  • 【Long Standby Time】With one weight and two cells, which supports long standby time.
Bestseller no. 10
Digital Turntable Stylus Force Scale Gauge Tester Turntable Force Tester 0,01g-5g High Precision ​LCD Backlight for Turntable Tonearm
  • 💿 A precise gauge with high accuracy for tonearm force calibration
  • 💿 Precise tonearm force is important for good playback and longevity of records and cartridge
  • 💿 Blue backlit screen, high quality rustproof platform and a protective leatherette case
  • 💿 for MM/MC/Mi and acoustic pickup piezoelettper mm/MC/Mi and acoustic pickup piezo, non-magnetic, no adhesion of the magnetic field, reliable reading
  • 💿 Comes with a weight and buttons, dual battery allows long standby time
Bestseller no. 11
Neoteck Tonearm Scale Digital Turntable Stylus Force Scale 0,01g with LCD backlight for turntable tonearm
  • For MM/MC/MI and piezoelectric acoustic pickups, non-magnetic, no magnetic field adhesion, reliable reading
  • High precision and precision stylus gauge for accurate adjustment of stylus strength
  • The accurate stylus is important for ensuring the playback result and the lifespan of your valuable records and cartridges
  • Display with blue backlight and high quality stainless steel scale, packed with high quality leather case for good protection
  • Comes with a weight and two button batteries, giving you a long standby time
Bestseller no. 12
Teac TN-3B belt drive turntable (MM phono EQ amplifier integrated, digital USB output, SAEC tonearm, 33 & 45 RPM speed), cherry
  • Reliably stable belt drive and platter made of aluminum
  • Phono-EQ amplifier and digital USB output
  • Easy to set up and use
  • High quality SAEC tonearm
  • Can play LPs at 33 RPM and EPs / singles at 45 RPM
Bestseller no. 13
THAKKER CAP-01 - Overhang template for correct adjustment of turntable cartridges | Adjustment using the 2 point method | with printed quick instructions
  • Correct is important - only a precisely adjusted pickup can fully exploit its potential and create the best possible contact between the stylus and the groove. However, incorrectly installed pickups can lead to premature wear or even damage to recording media and styli.
  • Precise but child's play - with the help of the proven 2-point method, you can quickly and easily mount your cartridge on the system carrier (headshell) and align it precisely to your individual record player. The CAP-01 also fits turntables with extended needle lighting.
  • Step 1 - place the overhang template over the turntable spindle and place the needle exactly on point A. Now align the pickup body parallel to the guide lines.
  • Step 2 - now place the needle precisely on point B and align the pickup again parallel to the corresponding auxiliary lines. Repeat steps 1 and 2 alternately until the pickup is correctly aligned at both points.
  • Properties - made from dimensionally stable, white acrylic with a material thickness of 2,5 mm. Different from the usual standard shape, also suitable for DJ turntables with needle lighting on. With printed quick instructions.
Bestseller no. 14
Neoteck Digital Tonearm Scale Digital Turntable Stylus Force Scale Gauge Tester Turntable Force Testing Device 0.01g LCD Backlight for Turntable Tonearm Silver
  • For MM/MC/MI and piezoelectric pickups; non-magnetic, independent of the magnetic field
  • A precise tester with high accuracy for calibration of tonearm force
  • Precise tonearm force is important for good playback and the life of the records and cartridge.
  • Blue backlit screen, high quality stainless platform and a faux leather protective case
  • With a weight and two cells that supports a long standby time.
Bestseller no. 15
Ortofon Test Record - test record for analyzing the performance of the cartridge and its interaction with the tonearm and turntable, black
  • Each side of the Test Record consists of 15 tracks cut from 1-4 and 5-15
  • 1-4: Frequency sweep - a tool for checking frequency response
  • 5-8: Reference tone for testing channel output
  • 9 -14: Tracking stability test, 315 Hz lateral modulation
  • 15: Rectangular waveform 2,7 msec duty cycle 3:7
  • including product description in English
Bestseller no. 17
Audio-Technica AT6006R Tonearm Security Mount Silver
  • Protects the stylus by automatically raising the tone arm at the end of the record
  • Safe, gentle operation thanks to hydraulic lifting with a rubber lift bench
  • Suitable for various turntable models with different tonearm heights
Bestseller no. 18
7even Headshell L black system carrier suitable for all turntables with SME tonearm connection…
  • Affordable system carrier / headshell in black.
  • Suitable for all turntables with SME tonearm connection, compatible with all underdeck pickups
Bestseller no. 19
THAKKER CHS-13 - angled headshell made of lightweight aluminum - black | SME connection | for straight tonearms | including headshell cable
  • OPTIMAL - for mounting different hi-fi pickups on turntables with straight tonearms
  • COMPATIBILITY - the CHS-13 is compatible with the following turntables: Audio Technica AT-LP3 (AT-HS3) | Denon DP300F (PCL310BK, PCL310SV) | Dual CS 418, CS 429, CS 518, CS 618Q, DT 400 USB | Teac TN-280, TN-300 | Pioneer PL-30K (703-PL30-1427) | Reloop Turn 2 | TechniSat LP 200 | etc.
  • CONNECTION - 1/2 inch connector for 4-pin tonearms/SME standard
  • MATERIAL - lightweight die-cast aluminum, painted black
  • SCOPE OF DELIVERY - a cranked headshell, 4 color-coded audio head cables with gold-plated 1,2mm cable lugs
Bestseller no. 20
Hossom Digital Turntable Stylus Force Scale Gauge, Digital Tonearm Scale, Tester Turntable Force Tester 0.01g Blue LCD Backlight for Turntable Tonearm
  • ✨ A precise test device with high accuracy for calibration of tone arm force
  • ✨ Precise tonearm force is important for good playback and the life of the records and cartridge
  • ✨ Blue backlit screen, high quality rustproof platform and a protective leatherette case
  • ✨ for MM/MC/Mi and acoustic pickup piezoelettper mm/MC/Mi and acoustic pickup piezo, non-magnetic, no adhesion of the magnetic field, reliable reading
  • ✨ Comes with a weight and buttons, dual battery allows long standby time

Current offers for turntable tonearms

You want to buy the best turntable tonearm? In this bestseller list you will find new offers every day. Here you will find a large selection of current products for turntable tonearms. Have fun shopping!

Bestseller no. 1
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO, audiophile turntable with carbon tonearm, electronic speed switching and pre-assembled 2M Red cartridge (satin fir green)
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO, audiophile turntable with carbon tonearm, electronic speed switching and pre-assembled 2M Red cartridge (satin fir green)
8,6” one-piece carbon tonearm with preset Ortofon 2M Red cartridge; Integrated electronic speed switching
599,00 EUR −7% 558,50 EUR
Bestseller no. 3
Denon DP400BKEM turntable (belt drive, tonearm lift, built-in preamp, S-tonearm) white
Denon DP400BKEM turntable (belt drive, tonearm lift, built-in preamp, S-tonearm) white
Developed with more than 100 years of experience in the field of audio technology; Unique S-shaped tonearm with automatic tonearm lift and playback stop
549,00 EUR −10% 495,74 EUR Amazon Prime
Bestseller no. 5
Teac TN-3B belt drive turntable (MM phono EQ amplifier integrated, digital USB output, SAEC tonearm, 33 & 45 RPM speed), cherry
Teac TN-3B belt drive turntable (MM phono EQ amplifier integrated, digital USB output, SAEC tonearm, 33 & 45 RPM speed), cherry
Reliably stable belt drive and aluminum platter; Phono EQ amplifier and digital USB output
449,00 EUR −9% 410,62 EUR Amazon Prime
Bestseller no. 6
Audio-Technica AT6006R Tonearm Security Mount Silver
Audio-Technica AT6006R Tonearm Security Mount Silver
Protects the stylus by automatically raising the tone arm at the end of the record; Safe, gentle operation thanks to hydraulic lifting with a rubber lift bench
129,00 EUR −18% 105,90 EUR Amazon Prime
Bestseller no. 7
7even Headshell L black system carrier suitable for all turntables with SME tonearm connection…
7even Headshell L black system carrier suitable for all turntables with SME tonearm connection…
Affordable system carrier / headshell in black.
16,80 EUR −35% 10,90 EUR

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