Best Products Audio 48 48 people found this article helpful The Best CD Recorders and CD Recording Systems of 2021 CD and digital audio recording systems to preserve your music by Robert Silva Writer Robert Silva has written about audio, video, and home theater topics since 1998. Robert has written for Dishinfo.com, and made appearances on the YouTube series Home Theater Geeks. our editorial process Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Robert Silva Updated on March 27, 2019 Audio Headphones Earbuds Speakers Home Theater Instruments Accessories Tweet Share Email Our editors independently research, test, and recommend the best products; you can learn more about our review process here. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links. The Rundown Best Overall: TEAC CDRW890 Mk. II at Amazon "An affordable option in a high-quality CD recorder." Runner-Up, Best Overall: Tascam CD-RW900 Mk. II at Amazon "A CD recorder that provides more precise control." Best for Transfers: Audio-Technica AT-LP60-USB at Amazon "All the software you need to transfer old LP Vinyl records to CD or MP3." Best Built-in Speakers: ION Audio Archive LP at Amazon "Not only does this turntable convert your vinyl records to MP3, it also has a built-in stereo speaker system." 01 of 04 Best Overall: TEAC CDRW890 Mk. II CD-Recorder Buy on Amazon Buy on Walmart Buy on B&H Photo Video TEAC has been a leader in audio recorders since the reel-to-reel tape days and continues this tradition in both its professional and consumer line of CD recorders. The CDRW890 is an affordable option in a high-quality CD recorder. This recorder features both analog and digital audio inputs, as well as analog output capability. With its very straightforward operation, the CDRW890 (currently in its mkII generation) definitely deserves consideration for those copying from CD, Cassette, or vinyl record source material. You can also make live CD recordings by connecting a microphone to an audio mixer and then connecting the audio mixer to the CD recorder. 02 of 04 Runner-Up, Best Overall: Tascam CD-RW900 Mk. II Professional CD Recorder Buy on Amazon Buy on Walmart If you are really serious about listening to your music on CD or make your own original CD recordings, the Tascam CD-RW900MKII CD Recorder is an option to consider. Made by TEAC, TASCAM products are targeted for the professional market, but that doesn't mean that consumers can't take advantage of them. The CD-RW900MKII has analog and both digital optical and coaxial audio inputs and outputs. For recording, the CD-RW900MKII features independent level controls for both the left and right channel inputs, pitch control, as well as a jog control to facilitate more precise editing. In addition, a front panel P/S2 keyboard input is provided (you need to buy the keyboard separately) that allows additional control capability. For playback, there is a 4-second memory buffer - so if the unit is bumped, or there is an intermittent glitch, smooth CD playback is more reliable. If you are looking for a CD recorder that provides more precise control, especially for home-produced recordings, check out the Tascam CD-RW900MKII. Microphone(s) must be connected to an external audio mixer. 03 of 04 Best for Transfers: Audio-Technica AT-LP60-USB Buy on Amazon Buy on Walmart The Audio Technica AT-LP60-USB LP-to-Digital Recording System is a package that includes an audio turntable (with cartridge) with a USB output that can connect to a PC or Laptop. Also included is all the software you need to transfer old LP Vinyl records to CD or MP3 for continued listening pleasure on a home audio system or portable digital music player. An added bonus is that the turntable has a built-in preamp that allows it to be connected to standard CD or AUX audio inputs on home theater receivers that may not have a dedicated turntable input. 04 of 04 Best Built-in Speakers: ION Audio Archive LP Buy on Amazon Buy on Walmart Here is a vinyl record-to-MP3 recorder with a twist. Not only does this turntable convert your vinyl records to MP3 (which you can then copy onto USB flash drives or CDs), it also has a built-in stereo speaker system for listening to your records "live". A USB cable and conversion software are provided for connection to a compatible PC or MAC, as well as standard RCA line outputs for connection to an external audio system. Since the Archive LP has a built-in phono preamp, you can connect it to any audio input on your stereo or home theater receiver that you would normally connect a CD player or audio cassette deck. On the other hand, unlike "legacy turntables" do not connect the Archive LP to a stereo or home theater receiver's phono inputs. Its "wood-like" finish gives the turntable a stylish look. Also, a 100-hour life needle is provided, and replacements are also offered. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Email Address Sign up There was an error. Please try again. You're in! Thanks for signing up. There was an error. Please try again. Thank you for signing up. Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit