{
  "id": 4013605,
  "title": "7 of the coolest turntables of 2026 — including a superbly tacky anniversary edition, and an ode to Rammstein",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/7-of-the-coolest-turntables-of-2026-including-a-superbly-tacky",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-28T19:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/audio/turntables/7-of-the-coolest-turntables-of-2026-including-a-superbly-tacky-anniversary-edition-and-an-ode-to-rammstein"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "2026 has brought a wealth of new turntables, ranging from the classy to the tacky. Two of the moody oxblood decks are the Technics Fritz Hansen turntable with a matching lamp and Pro-Ject's ultra-minimalist Debut Evo 2. For Rammstein fans, Clearaudio is set to release a limited-edition themed deck in October, created in collaboration with the band as a fully independent model featuring a metallic lacquer finish and dimmable LED lighting.\n\nThe Technics Limited Edition Fritz Hansen Turntable marks the 55th anniversary of the SL-1200 model. The exterior is gold, from the tonearm to the controls and platter, and even has a gold slip mat. The inner workings remain largely unchanged but the flashiness is notable.\n\nOther notable turntables include the Fluance RT87, the Technics Direct Drive Turntable System 55th Anniversary Edition, Goldring's GR3 turntable, and the Philips Fidelio FT1 (UK only). Each has its pros and cons but all offer something unique to the vinyl enthusiast.",
  "summary": "Plus, a \"detailed, rhythmically adept\" player that was two decades in the making.",
  "key_points": [
    "Technics Fritz Hansen turntable celebrates 55th anniversary with gold exterior",
    "Clearaudio releases Rammstein-themed limited-edition turntable in October",
    "Fluance RT87 and Technics Direct Drive Turntable System highlighted among 2026 models"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}