Have initially between the Lenco L-3867 and the more expensive L-80, which provides direct encoding, wavered. It was then but the L-3867 because it is cheaper, and I actually prefer the MP3 files have on your hard drive, as the MP3 Player / Ipod. For the price of the L-3867 really offers good quality, smooth running and easy operation. The manual deals specifically in fact mainly with the software, but basically I needed for the operation of a turntable and no extra Lehrgang.2 speeds (33 and 45 rpm) are selectable, 78 rpm shellac for not offering the device - but was for me not even relevant. Am completely satisfied basically how the round discs so drehen.High End turntable, although it is not, but this cost is x times, and for the "normal" use, the L-3876 sufficient.