Can I play any record on any record player?

No, you cannot play any record on any record player. There are a variety of sizes of vinyl records and a range of speeds at which records are intended to be played. It’s important to make sure you use the proper player for the records you have in order to ensure the best sound and to keep your records in good condition.

What are the main parts of a record player?

The main parts of a record player are the plinth, the revolving platter, the tone arm, the stylus and the cartridge. The plinth is the base of the record player, while the revolving platter is the round platform in the middle where you put the record. When you're ready to play a record, you lift the tone arm and place the needle or stylus against the vinyl. Then, the cartridge inside of the tone arm produces electrical signals as the stylus moves over the record's grooves. These impulses amplify to play music. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of record players.

Did they have record players in the 1930s?

Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.

What were old-time record players called?

Old-time record players were called gramophones or phonographs. Thomas Edison debuted his phonograph in 1877. The device was the result of Edison’s developing improvements to the telegraph and the telephone. He worked out a way to record sound on cylinders that were coated in tin foil (he decided that his invention would “undoubtedly be liberally devoted to music”). On 1stDibs, find vintage record players.

What were record players called in the 50s?

In the 1950s, most people just called record players record players. The technical name for record players from this period is a phonograph. Until the 1940s, many people referred to record players as gramophones. On 1stDibs, find a variety of record players.

How much is an antique record player cabinet worth?

How much an antique record player cabinet is worth depends on a variety of factors. The age, materials, maker and condition all impact value. If the record player remains inside the cabinet, and whether or not it is operational will also affect the price you can expect to receive for it. Having the cabinet evaluated by a certified appraiser is a simple way to find out how much your piece is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of record players.

What table do professional pool players use?

Professional pool players play on tournament billiards tables. This type of billiard table usually has a 50-inch by 100-inch playing surface and is the type of pool table invented when the modern-day version of the game first debuted in the early 20th century. For home use, most people purchase standard pool tables that measure 44 inches by 88 inches. Find a wide range of pool tables on 1stDibs.

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ROYAL WARRANT MiLITARY CAMPAIGN DYNATRON HFC 65 RECORD PLAYER RADIO COFFEE TABLE

$2,660

ROYAL WARRANT MiLITARY CAMPAIGN DYNATRON HFC 65 RECORD PLAYER RADIO COFFEE TABLE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Inside we have the record player which is stamped as follows:- DYNATRON STEREOPHONIC REPRODUCER 50 Hz A.C.

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Coffee Table for Record Player by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

$3,599

Coffee Table for Record Player by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

By Carlo Hauner, Forma

Located in bruxelles, BE

White wooden coffee table with a compartment for a record player, a compartment for storing vinyl records and two storage spaces, one of which is glass.

Category

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Military Campaign Style Console Coffee Table Hidden Radio Tape Record Player

$2,387

Military Campaign Style Console Coffee Table Hidden Radio Tape Record Player

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to this lovely vintage circa 1970s impulse ST 210 Radiogram Military Campaign brown leather topped console table What a cool thing, on the outside you have the ne...

Category

Vintage 1970s English Campaign Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Japan modern record player or stereo coffe table by Rotel Project, 1994

$457

Japan modern record player or stereo coffe table by Rotel Project, 1994

Located in MIlano, IT

Japan modern record player or stereo coffe table by Rotel Project, 1994 Coffee table with three semicircular glass tops.

Category

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Materials

Steel

Antique Philco Tube Radio Table Record Player Mahogany Case Model 46-1203

$450

Antique Philco Tube Radio Table Record Player Mahogany Case Model 46-1203

By Radiobar Corp. and Philco

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Art Deco Philco Tube Radio Table Record Player Mahogany Case Model 46-1203.

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Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Magnavox Entertainment Center /Accent Table. circa 1960s.

$1,480

Mid-Century Modern Magnavox Entertainment Center /Accent Table. circa 1960s.

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magnavox Entertainment Center /Accent Table, circa 1960s. Features a midcentury Hollywood Regency Walnut Cabinet / Accent Table with doors and a pullout r...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stone

ultimate rare and important phono table by osvaldo borsani

$6,856

ultimate rare and important phono table by osvaldo borsani

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Munich, DE

most probably unique phono coffee table by osvaldo borsani. a masterpiece from the master himself. the coffee table with record player and speakers. shown in the borsani book by by l...

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Metal

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Mid-Century Modern Stereo Console Radio Record Player bar coffee table book

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Mid-Century Modern Stereo Console Radio Record Player bar coffee table book

Located in Madison, WI

“If art decorates space… and music is the art that decorates time, then our vintage stereo consoles decorate lives by accentuating both.” "The Coffee Table Console Book" Purveyors...

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Mid-Century Modern stereo console radio record player coffee table console book

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Mid-Century Modern stereo console radio record player coffee table console book

Located in Madison, WI

“If art decorates space… and music is the art that decorates time, then our vintage stereo consoles decorate lives by accentuating both.” This console: This is a console refurbished...

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Robot Too Orange Steel Record Player Stand / Sideboard

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H 24.02 in W 35.44 in D 14.57 in

Robot Too Orange Steel Record Player Stand / Sideboard

By Jo Wilton and Mirka Grohn

Located in Leicester, GB

The sculptural low steel sideboard Robot Too is great as a media/AV stand. The slim pigeonhole shelf on top has a half-open back to allow for wiring and leads. Playful and elegant in...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Lowboys

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Steel

Dual Type 1003 Turntable Record Player and Acec Radio Display, Germany, 1958

Sold

H 24.02 in W 44.49 in D 32.29 in

Dual Type 1003 Turntable Record Player and Acec Radio Display, Germany, 1958

By Dual

Located in Antwerp, BE

Display, side table dated 1950s with a Dual 1003 Turntable Record Player that offers the possibility to turn 10 long-playing records a perfect item for dancing evenings combined with...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Brass

Vintage Clear Acrylic Side Table with Record, Magazine, or File Storage

Sold

H 20.25 in W 15 in D 15.75 in

Vintage Clear Acrylic Side Table with Record, Magazine, or File Storage

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Vintage clear acrylic side table with record storage. Place your record player atop this stylish Lucite end table and conveniently store records below.

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Side Tables

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Acrylic, Lucite

Rare Military Campaign Hardwood Record Player TV Media Stand Table with Drawers

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H 18.31 in W 53.35 in D 18.12 in

Rare Military Campaign Hardwood Record Player TV Media Stand Table with Drawers

By Bevan Funnell Ltd.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this nice vintage Bevan Funnell Military Campaign media table with drawers A very good looking and well made piece, originally designed as a med...

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20th Century English Campaign Cabinets

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Hardwood

Side Table, Music Stand, 1970s

Sold

H 23.63 in W 37.01 in D 16.54 in

Side Table, Music Stand, 1970s

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Side Table, Record Player Stand Period: 1970s Materials: Wood, metal frame, plastic parts Condition: very good vintage condition, light wear consistent with age and use, Patina co...

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Vintage 1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Music Stands

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Metal, Iron

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Record Player Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic record player table available at 1stDibs. A record player table — often made from metal, wood and glass — can elevate any home. There are 16 variations of the antique or vintage record player table you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the record player table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right record player table, those designed in mid-century modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. A well-made record player table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos and Jindrich Halabala are consistently popular.

How Much is a Record Player Table?

The average selling price for a record player table at 1stDibs is $1,647, while they’re typically $598 on the low end and $5,595 for the highest priced.

Questions About Record Player Table

Can I play any record on any record player?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
No, you cannot play any record on any record player. There are a variety of sizes of vinyl records and a range of speeds at which records are intended to be played. It’s important to make sure you use the proper player for the records you have in order to ensure the best sound and to keep your records in good condition.
What are the main parts of a record player?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
The main parts of a record player are the plinth, the revolving platter, the tone arm, the stylus and the cartridge. The plinth is the base of the record player, while the revolving platter is the round platform in the middle where you put the record. When you're ready to play a record, you lift the tone arm and place the needle or stylus against the vinyl. Then, the cartridge inside of the tone arm produces electrical signals as the stylus moves over the record's grooves. These impulses amplify to play music. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of record players.
Did they have record players in the 1930s?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
What were old-time record players called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Old-time record players were called gramophones or phonographs. Thomas Edison debuted his phonograph in 1877. The device was the result of Edison’s developing improvements to the telegraph and the telephone. He worked out a way to record sound on cylinders that were coated in tin foil (he decided that his invention would “undoubtedly be liberally devoted to music”). On 1stDibs, find vintage record players.
What were record players called in the 50s?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
In the 1950s, most people just called record players record players. The technical name for record players from this period is a phonograph. Until the 1940s, many people referred to record players as gramophones. On 1stDibs, find a variety of record players.
How much is an antique record player cabinet worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
How much an antique record player cabinet is worth depends on a variety of factors. The age, materials, maker and condition all impact value. If the record player remains inside the cabinet, and whether or not it is operational will also affect the price you can expect to receive for it. Having the cabinet evaluated by a certified appraiser is a simple way to find out how much your piece is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of record players.
What table do professional pool players use?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
Professional pool players play on tournament billiards tables. This type of billiard table usually has a 50-inch by 100-inch playing surface and is the type of pool table invented when the modern-day version of the game first debuted in the early 20th century. For home use, most people purchase standard pool tables that measure 44 inches by 88 inches. Find a wide range of pool tables on 1stDibs.