You spent months hunting down the *Long Pond Studio Sessions* vinyl. Don't ruin it by playing it on a cheap suitcase player that damages the grooves!
Here are the **best setups** to hear the intricate production exactly as Jack Antonoff intended. You need quality sound to appreciate every layer, from *folklore* and *evermore* right through to *Midnights* and *The Tortured Poets Department*.
| Feature | The Starter ($) - Top Value | The Enthusiast ($$) | The Audiophile ($$$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| **Our Pick** | Audio-Technica AT-LP60X | Fluance RT81 | Rega Planar 1 |
| **Summary** | **The Easiest Entry.** Fully automatic, reliable, and balanced for immediate, high-quality play right out of the box. The ultimate plug-and-play record player for new collectors. | **Best Mid-Range Quality.** Features an adjustable counterweight and upgraded cartridge for true fidelity. A serious step up for serious listeners. | **Fidelity First.** Minimalist design focused on pure mechanical performance. Requires an external phono preamp but delivers unmatched sound clarity. |
| Preamp Built-in | ✔️ Yes | ✔️ Yes (Switchable) | ✖️ No |
| **User Rating** | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.1) | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.7) | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.8) |
| **Check Price** | See on Amazon | See on Amazon | See on Amazon |
Want to know a secret? These are the exact headphones Taylor has been photographed wearing in the recording studio for years. They are neutral and reveal the hidden background vocals and production layers in *folklore* and *evermore*. Used globally by audio professionals, the Sony MDR-7506 provides a flat frequency response that doesn't color the sound, letting you hear music precisely as the engineers intended it.
Check Price on Amazon →Protect your investment and keep your sound perfect with these must-have tools.