Professional Direct-Drive Performance for DJ Use and Serious Vinyl Playback
The Audio-Technica AT-LP140XP Direct-Drive Professional DJ Turntable/Record Player in Black is built around a high-torque DC direct-drive motor engineered for fast startup, stable rotation and hands-on control. Its anti-resonant, mass-damped die-cast aluminum platter supports playback at 33-1/3, 45 and 78 RPM, while professional DJ features including forward/reverse operation, quartz speed lock and selectable pitch adjustment provide the flexibility required for mixing, cueing and performance applications.
A static-balanced S-shaped tonearm offers adjustable tracking force, dynamic anti-skate and tonearm-height adjustment for accurate cartridge setup. The turntable includes Audio-Technica's high-output AT-XP3 DJ cartridge with a 0.6 mil bonded conical stylus pre-mounted to an AT-HS6 universal headshell. Its dedicated phono-level output is intended for connection to a mixer, receiver, integrated amplifier or external phono stage equipped with a compatible phono input.
Highlights & Benefits
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High-Torque Direct-Drive Motor — Delivers more than 2.2 kgf·cm of starting torque for quick platter response and stable professional operation.
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Three-Speed Playback — Selectable 33-1/3, 45 and 78 RPM speeds support a wide variety of record formats.
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Professional Pitch Control — Choose ±8%, ±16% or ±24% pitch-adjustment ranges, with high-accuracy quartz lock for returning instantly to exact platter speed.
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AT-XP3 DJ Cartridge Included — The high-output VM cartridge uses a durable 0.6 mil bonded conical stylus and arrives pre-mounted to the AT-HS6 headshell.
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Forward and Reverse Operation — Dedicated directional control expands creative DJ possibilities and allows reverse record playback when desired.
Technology & Design
High-Torque DC Direct-Drive System — The motor couples directly to the platter rather than relying on a belt, providing fast response, strong torque and speed stability suited to professional DJ use.
Mass-Damped Die-Cast Aluminum Platter — The professional platter combines substantial mass with anti-resonance construction to promote stable, on-axis rotation and reduce vibration-related coloration.
Adjustable S-Shaped Tonearm — The static-balanced 230.5 mm tonearm provides adjustable height, tracking force and dynamic anti-skate, along with a hydraulically damped lift mechanism and detachable headshell.
DJ-Focused Speed and Cueing Controls — A stroboscopic platter, speed indicator, quartz lock, variable pitch slider, forward/reverse control and popup stylus target light provide precise visual and physical control during performance.
FAQ — Audio-Technica AT-LP140XP
Does the AT-LP140XP have a built-in phono preamp?
No. The AT-LP140XP provides a dedicated phono-level output and is designed to connect to a DJ mixer, receiver, integrated amplifier or external phono preamplifier with a compatible phono input.
What cartridge comes with the AT-LP140XP?
The turntable includes an Audio-Technica AT-XP3 VM stereo DJ cartridge with a 0.6 mil bonded conical stylus. It comes pre-mounted to an AT-HS6 universal half-inch-mount headshell.
Can the AT-LP140XP play 78 RPM records?
Yes. The AT-LP140XP supports 33-1/3, 45 and 78 RPM playback. For many traditional 78 RPM records, a stylus specifically designed for wide 78 RPM grooves may be preferable to the included microgroove DJ stylus.
Can I replace or upgrade the cartridge?
Yes. The detachable AT-HS6 headshell accepts standard half-inch-mount cartridges, and the tonearm provides tracking-force, anti-skate and height adjustments for proper setup. Audio-Technica specifies an applicable cartridge-weight range of 3.5 to 8.5 grams before the headshell is included.
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