What speakers do I need for a turntable?

Powered (active) speakers with a built-in amplifier connect directly to turntables with built-in preamps. Passive speakers need a separate amplifier or receiver.

Can I upgrade the cartridge later?

On turntables with standard headshell mounts (AT-LP120X, RT82), yes. The AT-LP60X uses a fixed cartridge that cannot be upgraded.

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