Whether you’ve just started spinning analog audio or you’ve been building a collection for years, good vinyl accessories can take your enjoyment—and your records’ longevity—to the next level. I’ve spent the better part of the past decade messing with some of the most lauded tools for cleaning, setting up, and maintaining record players, and these are my favorites. Plenty of these accessories are affordable, and they make great gifts.
Before you dive deeper, I recommend watching this video on proper turntable setup. Many of the accessories below are meant to help you get the most out of your gear. For more, check out How to Shop for Vinyl Online and How to Clean Vinyl, or our guides on the Best Turntables or Best Bookshelf Speakers.
Updated March 2025: We’ve added an ultrasonic record cleaner, Sennheiser HD6XX, and Focal Theva No. 1.
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