Why not listen to your records while you are recording via these great sounding, easy set-up, little compact powered speakers. With built-in amplifiers means that all you have to do is plug your turntable to them via the phono RCA cables ( included with all turntables ) and away you go! Alternatively you can listen to your USB turntable through most hi-fi units but the beauty of these little gems is that they will sit neatly next to the turntable or computer/laptop. Also you can alter the tone of the music, add a 3D effect for more spacial sound or even plug headphones ( available below ) into the front which cuts out automaticly the sound from the speakers and allows you to listen without annoying the rest of your household!! What a bargain.