GeekDad89est.
A hands-on review calling it a gem of a beginner turntable with sleek design, wide connectivity, fully automatic operation and surprisingly good sound for the price.
Sony PS-LX310BT
6 expert reviewsChecked 1 Nov 2026
Quick answer
The Sony PS-LX310BT has a critic score of 84 out of 100 from 6 professional reviews, including GeekDad, SlashGear and TechRadar. 6 of 6 recommend it, and scores range from 83 (SlashGear) to 89 (GeekDad). 0 of the scores are printed by the outlets and 6 are our estimates from the review text. Most praised: sound quality (4 of 6); connectivity (4 of 6).
Reviews checked 1 Nov 2026
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Best for: Best for beginners
Our verdict
6 professional reviewers tested the Sony PS-LX310BT, and 6 recommend it. Most praised: sound quality and connectivity.
The catch: The cartridge cannot be upgraded.
Critic agreement: High
Scores run from 83 to 890 printed scores, 6 estimated
6 of these 6 outlets print no score. We estimated theirs from the review text and corrected for the known tendency of estimates to run high.
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What do critics say about the Sony PS-LX310BT?
SlashGear83est.
The author has spent time with the Sony and finds it sounds remarkably good for the price with a decent phono stage and neat looks.
TechRadar83est.
A recommended entry-level turntable that is very easy to live with thanks to automatic operation and a clean look.
CNN Underscored83est.
Named the close runner-up in a hands-on turntable test and called a great entry-level player that is easy to use.
T383est.
Picked as the best beginner Bluetooth turntable in a three-way test, with a punchy, rhythmic sound at a low price.
Expert Reviews83est.
Named the best Bluetooth turntable in a roundup, praised as a full-bodied, easy and flexible deck.
Scores are converted to 0–100. "est." means the outlet gave no number, so we estimated one from its verdict. How we score
What critics praise most
Sound quality4 of 6
Connectivity4 of 6
Ease of use3 of 6
What critics dislike most
No clear pattern.
Common questions
Is the Sony PS-LX310BT worth it?
Most critics think so: 6 of 6 recommend it. The cartridge cannot be upgraded.
Do critics agree about the Sony PS-LX310BT?
Agreement is high: scores range from 83 (SlashGear) to 89 (GeekDad), a spread of 6 points across 6 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.