You would plug your turntable with built-in preamp into your receiver via an RCA cable. Your receiver would then be plugged into 2 or more speakers. This setup allows you to easily plug into an existing speaker setup that may be multi-purpose such as home theater watching or wireless music streaming.

What do I plug my record player into?

Some stereo systems have a preamp built-in and will accept a PHONO signal. Plug your turntable directly into the input marked PHONO.

Do record players need an outlet?

Yes, a record player needs electricity to function properly. Without electricity the platter would not be able to spin. Without electricity the tonearm would not be able to move on and off the record (although some players do this manually). Every step along the way requires the use of electricity.

Do you need a speaker for a record player?

Turntables need an external amplifier and speakers to play records. They usually offer much higher sound quality than record players with the speakers built-in. But turntables wont be as compact, cute, and affordable as record players.

Do you need a speaker with a record player?

Turntables dont come with speakers built-in. So they need to be hooked up to speakers to play records. The speakers can be powered and have the amplifier built-in. Or you can use passive speakers and a separate amplifier.