Audio-Technica AT-LP5X Fully Manual Direct-Drive Analog Turntable with USB (Matte Black)

Fully Manual Direct-Drive USB/Analog Turntable with USB

The next-generation Audio-Technica AT-LP5X Fully Manual Direct-Drive USB/Analog Turntable pushes the performance of its predecessor, the renowned AT-LP5, to new heights. Offering upgraded features like 3-speed (33-1/3, 45, 78 rpm ) motor, a preamp gain switch to accommodate both moving-magnet (MM) and moving-coil (MC) cartridges, an AT-VM95E dual moving-magnet stereo cartridge, and a sleek, contemporary style with matte finish, this versatile deck looks every bit as good as it sounds.

The AT-LP5X incorporates a J-shaped tone arm, a design that harks back to the '60s and '70s, and utilizes a metallic gimbal suspension system with precision bearings to mitigate tracking errors. The tone arm also features an adjustable counterweight, antiskate control, and comes outfitted with a lightweight (0.3 oz) AT-HS6 headshell and a black, high-output / low-distortion AT-VM95E dual moving-magnet stereo cartridge.

Housed in a mass-damped, high-density polymer cabinet with heavy-mass metal chassis inserts, the AT-LP5x is engineered to limit low-frequency acoustical feedback. The precision-machined, die-cast aluminum platter is powered by a direct-drive, high-torque motor, ensuring stable, on-axis rotation at 33-1/3, 45, and 78 rpm.

The turntable features a built-in, switchable MM/MC phono/line analog preamp with RCA output connectors that enable connection to either a home stereo or powered speakers, or allow you to connect to a phono preamp. The selection of MM/MC cartridges optimize the gain for your cartridge of choice, allowing for an easy upgrade to a moving-coil cartridge without additional equipment. Moreover, the USB port gives you a direct connection to a Windows/Mac computer, great for preserving your favorite vinyl records as digital files.

The AT-LP5X ships with an AC adapter, USB cable, dual-RCA stereo cable (with grounding wire), 45 rpm adapter, and a removable dust cover with hinges.

Features:

• High-Fidelity Heritage, Upgraded Technology, and Contemporary Style
• Fully manual operation with three speeds: 33-1/3, 45, and 78 rpm
• Direct-drive, low-noise motor
• J-shaped tone arm takes its inspiration from the classic A-T models of the 1960s and ’70s—engineered to minimize tracking errors
• AT-VM95E dual moving-magnet stereo cartridge (black) with replaceable stylus
• Lightweight AT-HS6 headshell
• Selection of MM/MC optimizes gain for your cartridge of choice
• Switchable built-in line/phono preamplifier enables connection to components with or without a dedicated phono input
• Antiresonance, die-cast aluminum platter
• Heavy rubber damping mat for improved low-frequency reproduction
• AC adapter handles AC/DC conversion outside of the chassis, reducing noise in the signal chain
• Elegant matte-black finish
• Includes dual-RCA stereo cable with grounding wire, 45 rpm adapter, USB cable
• Includes removable dust cover with hinges

Specifications:

• Turntable
• Type: 3-Speed, Fully Manual Operation
• Motor: DC Servo Motor
• Drive Method: Direct Drive
• Speeds: 33-1/3 rpm, 45 rpm, 78 rpm
• Turntable platter Die-Cast Aluminum
• Starting Torque: >1.0 kgf.cm
• Braking System: Electronic Brake
• Wow and Flutter: < 0.2% WRMS (33 rpm) at 3 kHz
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: > 50 dB
• PHONO Output Level: 4 mV Nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
• LINE (MM) Output Level: 250 mV Nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
• Phono Preamp Gain (MM): 36 dB Nominal, RIAA Equalized
• Phono Preamp Gain (MC): 56 dB Nominal, RIAA Equalized
• Tonearm
• Type: Static Balanced J-Shaped
• Effective Length: 9.72" / 247 mm
• Overhang: 0.66 / 17 mm
• Maximum Tracking Error Angle: <3°
• Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range: 0 to 0.14 oz / 0 to 4 g
• Applicable Cartridge Weight Range (Including Headshell): 0.52 to 0.70 oz / 15 to 20 g
• Cartridge and Headshell
• Cartridge Model: AT-VM95E
• Cartridge Type: VM
• Recommended Load Impedance: 47,000 Ohms
• Output Voltage: 4.0 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
• Stylus: 0.3 × 0.7 mm, Bonded Elliptical Stylus
• Cantilever: Aluminum Pipe
• Tracking Force Range: 0.06 to 0.07 oz / 1.8 to 2.2 g (2.0 g Standard)
• Cartridge Weight: 0.22 oz / 6.1 g
• Headshell Model: AT-HS6
• Headshell Weight: 0.32 oz / 9 g (Including Lead Wire)
• Headshell Overhang Adjustment: ± 5 mm
• USB
• A/D: 16-Bit at 44.1 or 48 kHz, Selectable
• Computer Interface: USB 2.0 Compliant, Windows 7 or above, Mac OSX or Above
• Power Supply
• Power Requirements: 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.6 A Max
• Power Consumption: 3 W
• AC Adapter: 12 V, 2 A
• Dimensions
• 17.7 x 13.9 x 6.2" / 45 x 35.2 x 15.7 cm
• Weight
• 16.1 lb / 7.3 kg

Includes:

• Audio-Technica Consumer AT-LP5X Fully Manual Direct-Drive Analog Turntable with USB (Matte Black)
• AT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet Stereo Cartridge with Replaceable Stylus (Black)
• AT-HS6 Lightweight Headshell
• Dual-RCA Stereo Cable with Grounding Wire
• USB Cable
• RCA Cable
• 45 rpm Adapter
• Counterweight
• Dust Cover with Hinges
• AC Adapter
• Limited 1-Year Warranty