VINYLSTUDIO WITH LINE IN CABLE PC
Run a cable from this socket to the the line-in socket on your computer, usually colour-coded blue, on a PC or marked as shown in the photo on a Mac. If your turntable is already connected to a Hi-Fi, there should be a phono socket on the back labeled REC OUT, or TAPE REC or similar (if you have a tape deck connected to your Hi-Fi, this socket will be in use, so you will need to disconnect it). Many of these have no line in socket either. You may also need to buy one of these if you are using a laptop. In this case you will need to purchase a USB device. Please note that many newer Macs don't have a line in socket. In all cases, you can monitor what you are recording through your computer's speakers. You can also use a USB turntable, cassette deck or other USB device. This can be achieved either by running a cable from your Hi-Fi, or by using a Phono Pre-amp (which you will have to purchase separately). To record vinyl albums (or 78s) you will need to hook up your record deck to your sound card or other input device. If Your Computer's Speakers are not Working
Connecting up your Turntable or Tape Deck (Archive)