78 RPM turntable

KAB SL1200 w/ 78 mod. See KAB website.

A suprising number of the Thorens turntables over the years have had 78rpm capability, including some of their more reasonably-priced models . . . this is true in their current line as well.

Keep in mind that you will need a different stylus than you'll normally use for vinyl records. Also, you can indeed break the thickest of 78s with a good impact to somebody's head . . . I'm thinking of a Patrick Swayze movie about record collectors . . .

Lots of table options if you look to the used market.

But also consider that those 78s are not only mono but were cut with a wider groove (3.0 mil typical). So a dedicated 78 cartridge will benefit your listening.

Next is EQ. A wide range of compensation was used by different labels prior to approval of the RIAA curve in 1955 (and even after that on LPs for some labels). So an older preamp or new accessory device with variable EQ may also improve your listening.

Lastly, be aware that not all 78s were recorded at 78 RPM so a table with adjustable speed may be needed. I think this will be more true for records recorded before the mid-30s than later.

The point of all this is to suggest more research on your part is needed. Good luck and have fun.

You bought a bunch of records that you have no way to play?!?

Man! You've got the audiophile disease really bad! :-)

Go to http://www.esotericsound.com/. They are 78 rpm specialists.