When dealing with an antique RCA record player, here's what to consider:

Cartridge

• Avoid ceramic cartridges: These can damage your records due to their heavy tracking force.
• Look for a magnetic cartridge: A moving magnet cartridge is generally suitable for most listeners.

Components Needed

• Turntable: The RCA record player itself.
• Amplifier or A/V Receiver: To amplify the signal from the turntable. If the turntable has a built-in preamp, you can connect it directly to the receiver via RCA cables. Otherwise, you'll need a separate phono preamp.
• Speakers: Passive speakers require an amplifier to power them.

Setup

• Connect the turntable (or phono preamp, if needed) to the amplifier/receiver using RCA cables.
• Connect the amplifier/receiver to the speakers.