Refined Belt-Drive Vinyl Playback with Carbon-Fiber Tonearm and Piano-Black Finish
The Audio-Technica AT-LPW50PB Turntable is a fully manual belt-drive turntable designed for high-fidelity vinyl playback with an emphasis on resonance control, accurate speed and upgrade flexibility. Its substantial 30 mm MDF plinth features a high-gloss piano-black finish and helps damp low-frequency acoustic feedback, while a sensor-monitored DC servo motor maintains accurate platter rotation at 33-1/3 and 45 RPM.
A straight, matte-finish carbon-fiber tonearm combines low mass with excellent rigidity and provides adjustable tracking force, dynamic anti-skate, a hydraulically damped lift and lockable rest. The turntable comes equipped with Audio-Technica's AT-VM95E dual moving magnet cartridge mounted to an AT-HS4 universal headshell, while the built-in switchable phono preamplifier allows connection to components with either phono-level or line-level inputs.
Highlights & Benefits
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30 mm Anti-Resonance MDF Plinth — The substantial medium-density fiberboard base helps suppress low-frequency feedback and provides a stable foundation for accurate vinyl playback.
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Carbon-Fiber Tonearm — A straight, matte-finish carbon-fiber arm combines high rigidity with low mass for responsive groove tracking and precise cartridge control.
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Sensor-Monitored Belt-Drive Motor — Active speed stabilization monitors platter rotation to help maintain accurate 33-1/3 and 45 RPM playback.
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AT-VM95E Cartridge Included — The supplied dual moving magnet cartridge uses a 0.3 × 0.7 mil bonded elliptical stylus and supports interchangeable VM95 Series stylus upgrades.
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Built-In Switchable Phono Preamp — Select phono-level or line-level output for flexible connection to receivers, integrated amplifiers, powered speakers or an external phono stage.
Technology & Design
Active Speed Stabilization — The DC servo motor incorporates a speed-sensor system that monitors platter rotation and helps maintain accurate playback speed for stable pitch and timing.
Straight Carbon-Fiber Tonearm — The static-balanced tonearm provides an effective length of 223.6 mm and includes adjustable tracking force, dynamic anti-skate and hydraulically damped cueing for careful record handling.
Die-Cast Aluminum Platter — The anti-resonance platter provides a stable rotational platform and works with the supplied rubber mat to help damp unwanted vibration reaching the record and stylus.
Isolated Power and Adjustable Feet — The external AC adapter moves AC/DC conversion outside the turntable chassis, while height-adjustable high-isolation feet help reduce vibration and allow accurate turntable leveling.
FAQ — Audio-Technica AT-LPW50PB
Does the AT-LPW50PB have a built-in phono preamp?
Yes. The AT-LPW50PB includes a switchable phono preamplifier. It can output standard phono-level audio for connection to a dedicated phono input or line-level audio for components that do not include a phono stage.
What cartridge comes with the AT-LPW50PB?
The turntable includes a black Audio-Technica AT-VM95E dual moving magnet cartridge with a 0.3 × 0.7 mil bonded elliptical stylus, mounted to an AT-HS4 universal half-inch-mount headshell.
Can the AT-LPW50PB cartridge or stylus be upgraded?
Yes. The AT-VM95E cartridge body accepts compatible VM95 Series replacement styli, including upgraded elliptical, MicroLinear and Shibata options. The removable AT-HS4 headshell also allows compatible half-inch-mount cartridges to be installed.
Is the AT-LPW50PB automatic?
No. The AT-LPW50PB is fully manual. The listener manually positions and lowers the tonearm at the beginning of playback and lifts and returns it after the record has finished.
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