Loved my first listen on a record player at a friend's house, was deeply embedded in the electronic/dance music community anyway. And then the bug bit me.

Audio-Technica-LP60X combined with the Edifier Bookshelf

Start early & build over time - this is deeply rewarding when you kick back on an afternoon & press play - the charm of listening on wax is something one can't explain in mere words, it must be experienced.