Use turntable controls to get the sound you want. Watch an overview of turntable parts and controls in this free turntable lesson from an experienced disc jockey. more »

To begin setting up a USB turntable, plug the turntable's power cord into an outlet. Connect the turntable to an available USB port on your computer. more »

Direct drive turntables will stop and start faster than belt drive turntables. Learn more about the advantages of direct drive turntables in this free turntable lesson from an experienced disc jockey. more »

DJ turntable techniques manipulate sounds and music through the touch and movement of turntable records, a mixer and stylus. Also known as turntablism, this is a popular method of music-making in hip-hop scenes. There are a few major techniques that can be performed on a turntable. more »

Turntable slip mats protect your vinyl. Learn more about record stacking in this free turntable lesson from an experienced disc jockey. more »

The turntable tonearm holds the head and cartridge. Learn how to maneuver a tonearm in this free turntable lesson from an experienced disc jockey. more »

The turntable head holds the cartridge. Learn more about the parts of a record player in this free turntable lesson from an experienced disc jockey. more »

The stylus for your turntable is often referred to as the "needle." Learn more about replacing the stylus in this free turntable lesson from an experienced disc jockey. more »

Levels adjust the height of a turntable. Learn more about adjusting a record player in this free turntable lesson from an experienced disc jockey. more »