Is the Pioneer DJ PLX-1000 worth buying for home listening?
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The Pioneer DJ PLX-1000 is worth considering if you specifically want a direct-drive turntable, but it is not the cheapest route to home listening. At the supplied best new price of £758, compare it with cheaper options offering the conveniences you actually need.
The PLX-1000’s direct-drive design is a reason to put it on your shortlist, not proof that it will sound better in your setup. For home listening, check what your existing system needs and what is included before committing.
If automatic operation and Bluetooth are priorities, the Lenco LBTA-165WD Fully Automatic Bluetooth Turntable is a relevant alternative at the supplied best new price of £220. The Crosley Voyager Portable Turntable with Bluetooth Out is another option at £100 if portability and Bluetooth output matter more to you.
These are different buying propositions, rather than proven like-for-like replacements. My practical advice: choose around how you will play records and connect your system, rather than assuming the most expensive deck is the right one.
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