A turntable is a small, portable device used to play records. It is usually placed on a stand or held in one's hand. A turntable can be used to listen to music from vinyl records, cassette tapes, or CDs. Some people use their turntables to make their vinyl records. Others use them to listen to music from CDs or MP3s. Turntables are helpful for people who want to listen to music from different sources. They also benefit people who want to DJ or perform live music.