Preserve the sound of your vinyl forever, and take your record collection with you everywhere Products featured are independently selected by our editorial team and we may earn a commission from purchases made from our links; the retailer may also receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. If you’re serious about sound quality, chances are you’ve got a growing record collection that you enjoy on a nice home audio system. But, vinyl has one drawback: it’s the least portable music format available, which means you can only listen to your LPs at home. The best compromise is to get a USB turntable, which can be plugged into your computer, and allows you to digitize your vinyl. Digital versions of your records will not sound exactly the same as the actual album, but you’ll get the good (an analog source of an album you like) along with hiss, clicks, and pops, which you can clean up later if you like. In most cases, USB turntables need to be connected to your machine with a cable, but some can digitize vinyl directly onto a flash drive. You can carry around the digital versions of your albums on a high-resolution music player, your phone, or listen to them on your computer. One of the biggest benefits to using a USB turntable is making backups of your albums in case one gets damaged, or borrowed by a friend. At the very least, you’ll have a high-quality digital version of your favorite records you can listen to over and over without wearing out the grooves. What Are the Best USB Turntables? There are many factors to consider when choosing the best USB turntable for you; below are the most important ones, which we considered while we were researching this list. Preamp: A preamp amplifies the sound coming from your turntable, so it’s easier to hear through a stereo receiver. All of the record players we’ve selected have a built-in preamp, which means you can connect them directly into your receiver, even if it doesn’t have a phono input. You can also plug these record players into a pair of active (powered) speakers, and have a compact, high-end audio system. Speed Controls: Every turntable in this guide can albums at 33/3RPM (rotations per minute) and 45RPM, so you can play full length albums and singles. Upgradable Cartridge: We only chose record players that allow you to swap out their cartridge or needle, so you can upgrade your system over time, or replace them after years of use. Automatic vs Manual: This guide features a mix of automatic and manual turntables. Automatic record players have physical buttons that will start your record player, and drop the needle on the right spot. Manual turntables require you to physically pick the needle up, and drop it on the record by yourself. BEST OVERALL: Audio-Technica AT-LP60 Audio-Technica’s AT-LP60 is our top pick because of its convenience features, which add up to create a turntable that’s easy to use and sounds great. Buttons along the front-side of the turntable allow you to raise and lower the needle, start or stop the platter from spinning, and change speeds from 33/3RPM and 45RPM. A lever on the top of the turntable lets you select whether you’re playing a 12-inch record or 7-inch single, which will determine where the needle falls when you hit the “Start” button. The AT-LP60 comes with an Audio-Technica cartridge with a replaceable needle, but it doesn’t have a replaceable cartridge. Its body is made out of a die-cast aluminum, which the company says reduces distortion caused by vibrations. If you’re new to digitizing vinyl, Audio-Technica includes recording software with this turntable, so you don’t have to get it yourself. The AT-LP60 is an all-in-one-box solution that reduces the pain points of playing and backing up records. Full article at Rolling Stone

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Following the death of DMX, hip-hop has taken to social media to honor the life and legacy of the legendary rapper. Hip-hop stands united in their appreciation for the late DMX, who passed away earlier today at the age of 50. The sheer volume of tributes from his friends and collaborators speaks to the impact of his legacy, not only as an artist but as a man. A highly spiritual lyricist unafraid to honestly assess the complexities of life, the work of Earl Simmons will forever stand the test of time. Look no further than the voices of his fellow artists, many of whom took to social media to pay respects. For some of them, DMX was a collaborator, a constant threat on wax to those with a competitive mindset. For others, he was a formative influence, the mind behind brilliant albums like It's Dark And Hell Is Hot, Flesh Of My Flesh, Blood Of My Blood, ...And Then There Was X, The Great Depression, and Grand Champ. On the day of his death, many in the hip-hop community have come forward to pay homage to DMX's memory. In his honor, a collection has been assembled below. Included are many kind messages, images, and tributes penned by dozens of rappers, several of whom had the chance of working directly with X during his lifetime. We at HNHH would like to offer our sincere condolences to DMX's family in this difficult time, and echo the sentiment that is so strongly being reinforced by rap fans everywhere: DMX is forever. Full article at HNHH

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Comedian Luenell suggested the rapper passed on but Steve Rifkind, X's manager, says "DMX is still alive." It is unclear what has motivated people to continue to make false reports about DMX recovery, but another scare has shaken Hip Hop on Thursday (April 8). Comedian Luenell took the world by storm when she wrote "RIP DMX" on her Instagram Story, complete with a dove emoji that suggested the Rap legend had passed away. DMX has remained on life support since he was admitted into a White Plains, New York hospital after suffering a heart attack reportedly brought on by a drug overdose. It has also been reported that his brain was deprived of oxygen for 30 minutes. On Tuesday (April 6), Claudia Jordan sent out a tweet that read "RIP DMX" which caused fans worldwide to begin grieving the loss of the rapper, however, it was quickly shared that he was still alive. Another follow-up has been made this evening by DMX's manager, Steve Rifkind, who has come forward with a video update. In it, he pleads with the public to stop making false reports about DMX's health. "Please stop with posting with the rumors. DMX is still alive," said Rifkind. "Yes, he is on life support but please. It's not helping anybody by seeing these false rumors. Let the family relax for a night. You'll be hearing a statement from the family sometime tomorrow. I've been with DMX for the past three years so the only thing I ask is stop with the rumors, he is still alive, and he is on life support. Thank you." Luenell returned with an apology and stated that she believes when someone's organs fail they are "gone." We will give an update with the family's statement when they are ready to address the public. Watch Rifkind's video below. Full article at HNHH