Audio-Technica AT-LP5x Direct-Drive Turntable

Overview: AT-LP5X

Building on Audio-Technica’s analog heritage and over 50 years of Japanese audio design, the AT-LP5X features upgraded technology while keeping the contemporary style and acclaimed performance of its predecessor, the AT-LP5.

Committed to a Permanent Quest for Quality: Turntable with High-Fidelity Heritage

Born of Audio-Technica’s rich analog heritage, the AT-LP5X incorporates a J-shaped tonearm that takes its inspiration from the classic A-T models of the 1960s and ’70s.

• Plays 33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM and 78 RPM Records
• Built-in Switchable Phono Pre-amplifier
• J-shaped Tonearm
• AT-VM95E Dual Magnet™ Phono Cartridge

Upgraded Features: Latest Technology, Contemporary Style

This next-generation LP5 turntable pushes the acclaimed performance of its predecessor to new heights, with upgraded features like the versatile AT-VM95E cartridge and a preamp gain switch to accommodate both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges.

Cartridge Assembly Line circa 1962: Delivering Analog Excellence for Over 55 Years

We got our start in Tokyo in 1962, designing and manufacturing high-performance phono cartridges. That half-century’s worth of analog expertise goes into every turntable we produce, ensuring you get the best listening experience from your vinyl.

Features:

• Direct-drive, low noise motor
• Fully manual operation with three speeds: 33-1/3, 45 and 78 RPM
• AT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet stereo cartridge (black) with replaceable stylus
• Lightweight AT-HS6 headshell
• J-shaped tonearm, modeled after original Audio-Technica designs from the 1960s and ’70s, is engineered to minimize tracking errors
• Switchable MM/MC built-in pre-amplifier and line enables connection to components with or without a dedicated phono input
• Anti-resonance, 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 (male) to dual RCA (male) stereo cable, 45 RPM adapter, USB cable
• Included dust cover and mounting hardware

Specifications:

• Type: 3-speed, fully manual operation
• Motor: DC 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
• Output Level: “PHONO”: 4 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec, “LINE (MM)”: 250 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
• Phono Pre-Amp Gain: MM: 36 dB nominal, RIAA equalized ; MC: 56 dB nominal, RIAA equalized
• USB Function: A/D: – 16 bit 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz USB selectable; Computer interface: USB 2.0 compliant Windows 7 or above, MAC OS X or above
• Power Supply Requirements: 100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Dimensions: 450.0 mm (17.72″) × 352.0 mm (13.86″) × 157.0 mm (6.18″) (W × D × H)
• Weight: 7.3 kg (16.1 lbs.)
• Accessories Included: Dust cover, Rubber mat, Platter, Counterweight, Headshell (AT-HS6) with VM stereo cartridge (AT-VM95E), 45 RPM adapter, Dust cover hinges, USB cable (1.9 m (6.2′)), RCA audio cable (approx. 1.0 m (3.3′)), AC adapter (approx. 1.5 m (4.9′) (AD-SE1220KZ)
• Tonearm Type: Static balanced J-shaped tonearm
• Effective Arm Length: 247 mm
• Overhang: 17 mm
• Tracking Error Angle: Less than 3°
• Applicable Cartridge Weight: 15 to 20 g (including headshell)