Audio-Technica AT-LP5x Direct-Drive Turntable - Audio-Technica
Overview
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)
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