The short version
- Typical range: £40 – £220
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Vinyl & CDs
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used record player is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for record players, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £220 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £187 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £143 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £99 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £55 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a record player
- A working motor running at correct, stable speed
- An intact stylus and cartridge, or a well-regarded cartridge fitted
- Belt-drive and direct-drive decks from respected makers
- Original dust cover with no cracks
What lowers it
- Worn or missing stylus, which the buyer must replace before use
- Perished drive belts causing slow or uneven speed
- Cracked or missing dust cover
- All-in-one suitcase players, which sell for very little
How to work out what yours is worth
- Run the platter and check the speed is steady
- Inspect the stylus tip under magnification for wear
- Test both speeds and the tonearm return if fitted
Once you have those three answers you can place your own record player on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a used record player worth?
A well-regarded vintage deck in working order can be worth a great deal more than a modern all-in-one, which typically sells for very little.
Does a worn stylus reduce the price?
Yes, because it is an immediate cost for the buyer and a worn one damages records. Say honestly whether it has been replaced.
Are suitcase record players worth selling?
They sell, but for modest sums, and collectors avoid them because they can damage records.
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