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TEAC TN-200 entry-level, belt-drive turntable
21st November 2015
TEAC has introduced a new entry-level, belt-drive turntable. The TN-200 (available in any colour you like as long as it’s black) includes a built-in preamp providing line-outs and a USB out. The USB output can also be used in conjunction with recording software to archive your vinyl collection or add it to your mobile playlist.
Includes an aluminium die-cast platter, MDF plinth and upgradable MM cartridge. Price is £250.
Click www.teac-audio.eu for more information.
Hi
What did you think of the Teac 200 t/t please (l can’t access your review)
Thank you
Paul
Hi Paul – what was the access issue? Thanks for the query, that piece was a news item not a review. Actually, I tried to get the deck in for review but the Team PR declined. I don’t think they see the design as ‘audiophile’. On that basis, I would look towards a similarly priced Pro-Ject or the new Elipson Omega 100 at ¬£300.
Hi Paul:
I’ve been doing radio for the past 50-years. I have a treasure trove of vinyl. I don’t plan on sitting there for hours listening to my musical gems. However, when I do get a chance, I would like to hear a great sound without having to invest a small fortune in a turntable. I understand that getting a higher end turntable would provide me with the best quality sound, but for my personal requirements and needs, a lesser quality sounding turntable would suffice.
Many audiophiles are well into their silver years and consequently, are confined to a fixed income so splurging on a high-end turntable is not within the realm of reality. The Teac TN-200 turntable does have a USB connection and a changeable cartridge which are two must-haves in a turntable for me.
What is your opinion on this Teac and would you recommend another affordable turntable that would satisfy my vinyl needs.
Thanks for your time and I truly appreciate your help trying to navigate through this turntable-jungle!
Sincere grateful,
Lou ♫
Hi Lou – I’m wary of the TEAC because the company refused to send me the turntable for review. My impression was that they were not comfortable for it to be properly reviewed and picked apart. As if they had no confidence in their design. So no. Don’t go there. It is only a Chinese cheap and cheerful build, after all. There are better Chinese builds I could mention, actually. I like the Lenco L3809 for example: https://theaudiophileman.com/3809-lenco-turntable-review/. It is robust and easy to use and because it has a direct drive motor, the normal issues I have of these turntables are significantly reduced. Check out this Buyer’s Guide first though and get back to me if you still have questions: https://theaudiophileman.com/top-10-low-cost-turntables/