Customer Ratings & Reviews

My experience with this turntable started out mostly positive, but after a few months of use, there were a few quirks that put it into a lower rating. Pros: - AT3600L cartridge - Counterweight and anti-skate - 33/45 switch without a belt change - Easy to pair bluetooth Cons: - Sometimes the arm doesn't drop until you give it a little shove (soft drop mechanism seems to jam) - Platter gets confused and doesn't spin up when the arm is out of the arm rest. Requires a few tries of powering off and on to get it to snap out of it. With that said, at a discounted price, it's still a decent turntable and a huge upgrade over a suitcase type turntable.

Got this from Beatbuy on a blackfriday deal. It is way more than expected. Great sound and features. It looks sleek and connects easily to blue tooth speakers

I was able to buy this at a great price, so took a gamble. Turntable seems well constructed , tone arm and AudioTechnica cartridge are better than expected at this price. Easy to set up and calibrate. Set tracking force at 2.5 grams instead of 3.5 and seems to do just fine. After about 10-12 hour break-in period for cartridge and stylus, sound quality noticeably improved (This is common for any new cartridge/stylus) . Bluetooth connectivity went well, no problems.Only complaint is a very slight "buzz" from motor. It doesn't carry through to the speakers, and seems to be diminishing over time/use. Using this in my Tiki Bar and is a great addition to my sound system. My guests love putting on old "Exotica" albums from the 60's. This is one of 4 turntables I own (they = $$$$$) /Very happy with this for the price.

Sound quality is good and it has a decent number of features like built-in phono amp and Bluetooth. But the build quality of certain components like the head-shell of the tone arm, and the latch on the tone arm and the mechanism to lift and lower the tone are flimsy. Also the motor and drive seem noisy, and stiffness of the platter mat can raise up the records. Overall

Works well, easy set up and great sound. So glad I purchased this player. Easy to connect to bluetooth. Weight is easy to set and my album that skipped with my previous player plays through. So happy.

First, I don't give 5 star unless it's absolutely flawless. This gets my highest recommendation of 4 stars because of a few things. I got it on deal of the day for $80 a month ago. I will start by saying that it has anti-skate and an adjustable counterweight which are needed to get the proper sound. The stylus it comes with is not bad either (it can be upgraded fairly cheaply). If you're on a really tight budget, the fact it has a preamp so you don't need a phono input on a receiver is a plus as well. Or you have the option of 3.5mm headphone jack (I tried it with my Audio-Technica ATH-M50X headphones and the sound is great). I haven't tried bluetooth with it, but I'm sure it's good enough...I personally don't believe you will get the best sound that way. If you are just starting out and want a turntable that won't break the bank and has a few possible upgrades, this is the one. The Sony PS-LX310BT and Audio-Technica AT-LP60XBT (or non-BT) aren't worth the extra money over this one. You need to step up to about the $300 range to really get something that's worth it compared to this one (Fluance RT82 for instance). The cover dust cover feels very cheap. The overall build is pretty cheap, but decent enough. There are a lot of things that I could nitpick but again, I paid $80 plus tax...it's just a a value at that price. I look forward to a few years of use out of this before I upgrade to something that costs about 4-5 times as much. Currently I'm running this with a Sony STR-DH190 and a pair of old B&W DM 601 S2's. Also have an older Energy ESW-C10 subwoofer to go with it. The sound is great. I will be returning the Sony receiver though and finding something else that has a little more power and a sub out.

After years of collecting CDs I’ve decided to get into vinyl. After watching a few YouTube reviews I decided to give this one a chance. It is absolutely amazing the only thing that could’ve made it better was if it were fully automatic I was also able to get it on sale for a great price. I highly recommended the next time this is on sale I will get a second one.

0verall a stellar sounding turntable with counterweight and anti-skate adjustments generally unseen in this price range. Certainly much higher sonic quality than the suitcase turntables that flood the market. Instructions for adjusting the counterweight are somewhat unclear. I'm not savvy to compare to expensive turntables that appeal to the pristine audiophile. I have neither the system nor the interest to be in that class. The Insignia is solid enough, is audibly balanced with good bass and treble, and is worthy of digitizing old and vintage vinyl to wav. The line output is somewhat low but ample. It's a Best Buy in-house brand. Sometimes Best Buy lowers prices on certain items for a very short period with hardly any advertising. With only minutes to go I snagged it at a ridiculously low price. Nevertheless, it's a value at standard rate.

This thing is actually amazing... I'm not sure of the negative reviews.. (The ones where setup is difficult?) This sets up very easy, but I have setup many turntables in my time so maybe it's difficult for people who have not had to put the platter on and and adjust the counterweight etc ever before. (The ones where missing or defective packed item?) If you returned to store, or exchanged for properly working one, then I'm also not sure if that warrants a negative review. I got one that was clean and perfectly funtioning. Bluetooth setup/connection no problems with Sonos Roam and other Bluetooth speakers. I'm super impressed with the quality of this for the price. Snatch this up before someone catches on!! My only suggestion for improvement in the future is to add 78 rpm capability. I would pay extra for that.

Though it is early as I've only had this for a month or so, I'm absolutely in love with it. Obviously hard to beat for the price... you're getting a "real" turntable with a belt, adjustable tone arm balance, a real AT cartridge, a full size dust cover, AND Bluetooth OUT?? Outstanding value. Sure, it's not an all in one deal with its own internal speakers. But more than half of those that advertise BT are hiding the fact that it has BT IN for its tiny little weak speaker setup, NOT out to your favorite BT setup. And there's SO many great BT available now. As well as RCA out. One very low level dislike, not a huge fan of the felt turntable mat. It's static-y, and sticks to records. So boo hoo, I have to go on Etsy and get a personalized cork and rubber one for $15. Woe is me :) Again just loving this, great turntable and a great price.

It is very speed accurate... the removable cartridge is nice. Cons: A lot to list here.... Yes you can put an Ortofon Red on this but you'll notice that it sounds like it's scraping the record a lot at sections because it is The counterweight is annoying to use but it works.... it's just a bit more annoying than a $399 turntable... but then it costs 1/3 the price, so... Bluetooth is quite bad. It really doesn't sound very good The grounding lines on the cartridge are connected. You should not do this and expect it to be good. The head doesn't remove so you can swap it or easily put in the cartridge. Pros: It's very speed accurate. I'll give it that. The center spindle lets you stack a few records on it, which is good Sound is fine coming from it. Not that bad but I wish the connectors for the cartridge were better. I noticed mine just popped off on one of them one day. I mean, it's $129 so if you need a budget turntable, it's not horrible. It's better than the generic cheap ones at Target. The speed accuracy is really good on this. Many reviewers saying this and I completely agree. If you're a stickler (as I am) for this, you won't be disappointed. But I didn't like how it worked with my Ortofon Red cartridge constantly scraping on the record to where I couldn't keep the lid down without hearing it... But if you're looking for an amazing player, save up a little and get the $399 Audio Technica model. Bluetooth on that has AptX if you want bluetooth. For a teenager who casually listens to records, this turntable is fine. But it's really a starter one. Don't expect it to be amazing even though it has a counterweight and removable cartridge. You'll be disappointed.

For the price, this turntable works great! I didn't need the preamp since my receiver has a phono jack, but it's nice to have that flexibility. I also enjoy that is uses standard needles you can buy anywhere. And, honestly, it's pretty funky that I can connect a bluetooth speaker. In theory I can take my record player out on the patio - how crazy is that?! Anyhow, true audiophiles may have some gripes - but if you just want to hear your old LPs, this turntable does a great job.

Hearing of Meatloaf's passing, I was inspired to play the vinyl record, "Bat Out Off Hell", I possessed for years along with many other records. No longer owning a turntable, I sought out and purchased the Insignia Turntable. It easily connected to my existing sound system. I was impressed with the overall sound quality at a very affordable price, and the enjoyment it has provided.

This is the best value inexpensive turntable especially when on sale. It is far better than AT60 since it allows cartridge upgrade using counterweight and anti-skate adjustments. Plus it has speed control via optical system with auto shutoff making it better than Fluance RT80/81.

The Insignia Bluetooth turntable is a solid entry-level option. It's easy to set up and use, making it great for beginners. The built-in Bluetooth allows you to wirelessly connect to speakers or headphones, adding convenience. The sound quality is decent for the price, though audiophiles might want something higher-end. Some users have noted that the turntable feels a bit lightweight and plasticky. Overall, it's a good value if you're looking for an affordable way to enjoy vinyl with modern features.

This is an awesome value for the price. Most turntables at this price are filled with gimmicks such as built in radios, but this one focuses on being a turntable. The instructions provided in the box were super helpful and it sounds awesome! The only thing I don’t understand is why include the Bluetooth connectivity. It’s not an issue since we still have the standard AUX output, but I feel as if sending it over digital Bluetooth signals would defeat the whole point of an analog medium(like a record player) in the first place.

I bought this turntable on an open box sale after being dissatisfied with a crosley voyager around the same price point. Its exactly what I needed to get into vinyl collecting without breaking the bank. The sound quality is great and the instructions were easy to understand. Also, being an open box sale, everything was there, wrapped in its original plastic. I'm very happy with this turntable.

Amazing turntable for getting back into vinyl. This record player is amazing and for it's price this is one of the rare times you get a really good made product for very little money. This turntable is far better than the entry level Audio Technica's that don't really over anti-skate or adjustable counterweights. It has good springy feet and a heavy base to dampen vibrations, the cartridge and needle are Audio Technica and can be upgraded, the patter is heavy enough. I was a kid in the 1980s and was exposed to record players, my parents had an expensive Kenwood setup so I know how good vinyl can sound and this player from Best Buy doesn't disappoint. The description says it comes with an extra belt but mine came with one pre-installed on the platter and then two extra in bags along with the instruction booklet. I previously had owned two Victrola suitcase bluetooth players and those things are terrible, sure around Christmas you can find them for as lil as $25 but what good are they when most of your records will not play without constant skipping. I had paid nearly $50 for Rammstein's new album and thought I had a defective record set until I got this player this past Christmas, now I can hear it exactly as it was meant to play. Best Buy and their Insignia brand aren't getting enough credit with this turntable. if you're thinking of getting back into vinyl or know someone in your life younger that's looking to get into it for the first time, this is worth it. Pass on the Audio Technica entry level turntables that have no counterweights, they're more expensive than this Insignia turntable and yet don't sound as good or have as many features. Great job Best Buy, I'm very pleased with my Christmas gift to myself and am now telling everyone I know to pick up one of these. Thanks for putting a quality turntable out that doesn't cost closer to $500.

I honestly wasn't expecting much, but this turntable impressed me. It's bigger than I thought it would be, which was a nice surprise. Setup was easy—just put on a record and start listening. The sound is clean, smooth, and enjoyable, with very little noise. For the price, I think it's a great deal. It's not dirt cheap, but it's also not expensive, and it feels like you're getting good value for your money. If you want a turntable that sounds great without spending a fortune, I definitely recommend it.

Turntable was packed well, however there was obvious visible scratch on the top of the plastic lid. Appears that manufacturer has poor quality control and let this unit pass for shipping to customer. Called customer service and they arranged to ship another unit. Second unit also had chipped plastic but on the rear of the lid that is not obvious. Unit sets up fairly easy and works well on two vinyl records I tested with. Would of given 5 stars if not for the poor quality control for the lid.