Turntables · Best for beginners

Sony PS-LX310BT

84
Well liked
Average of 5 professional reviews
5 of 5 recommend it · critics agree
Where the 5 reviews landedRange 83–89
Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 84.2 · 0 printed, 5 estimated

Sony PS-LX310BTImage: Sony

5 professional reviewers tested the Sony PS-LX310BT, and 5 recommend it. Most praised: sound quality and connectivity.

Reviewed by GeekDad, TechRadar, Trusted Reviews and 2 more

The catch: The cartridge cannot be upgraded.

5 of these 5 outlets print no score. We estimated theirs from the review text, then adjusted the estimates against the ratings outlets actually print (ours ran slightly low). An estimate is never higher than 92.

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What 5 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 89est.
    GeekDadNo printed score · Hands-on review

    A hands-on review calling it a gem of a beginner turntable with sleek design, wide connectivity, fully automatic operation and surprisingly good sound for the price.

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  2. 83est.
    TechRadarNo printed score · Hands-on review · 2025

    A recommended entry-level turntable that is very easy to live with thanks to automatic operation and a clean look.

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  3. 83est.
    Trusted ReviewsNo printed score · Hands-on review · 2024

    A good, convenient entry-level turntable with a built-in phono stage and Bluetooth, edging out close rivals.

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  4. 83est.
    SlashGearNo printed score · Buying guide · 2026

    The author has spent time with the Sony and finds it sounds remarkably good for the price with a decent phono stage and neat looks.

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  5. 83est.
    CNN UnderscoredNo printed score · Buying guide · 2026

    Named the close runner-up in a hands-on turntable test and called a great entry-level player that is easy to use.

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"Est." means the outlet printed no score, so we estimated one from its verdict and checked our estimates against ratings outlets print. How we check estimates

What critics praise most

Sound quality3 of 5
Connectivity3 of 5
Ease of use3 of 5

What critics dislike most

No clear pattern.

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Common questions

Is the Sony PS-LX310BT worth it?

Most critics think so: 5 of 5 recommend it. The cartridge cannot be upgraded.

Do critics agree about the Sony PS-LX310BT?

Critics agree: scores range from 83 (TechRadar) to 89 (GeekDad), a spread of 6 points across 5 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.

What is the best alternative to the Sony PS-LX310BT?

The Rega Planar 1 (critic score 87), top pick, narrowly.