Audio-Technica AT-LP120xBTUSB Direct-Drive Turntable (Bluetooth & USB)

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Realising that Audio-Technica had a sound basis in their mid-range turntable, designers saw room for even further improvements. From the slip mat to its dust cover, the stylus or its internal pre-amp, nothing is absent from the AT-LP120XBTUSB when compared to its non-Bluetooth sibling. You could hard-wire the deck using the bundled RCA cables, and switch its integrated phono stage on or off depending on the sort of system you’re wiring to.

This updated turntable features a new DC servo direct-drive motor, along with adjustable dynamic anti-skate control and selectable phono preamplifier.

The integrated +/- 10 percent pitch speed adjuster, complete with a precision quartz lock stabilizer, empowers DJs with flawless beat-matching capabilities.

Navigating Audio-Technica’s sprawling turntable range might be a little bit confusing, but the LP120XBT-USB is the best option for anyone who wants as much versatility as possible. connectivity, allowing you to enjoy your favourite vinyl records on the latest Bluetoothr speakers and wireless headphone technology.

Disconnecting the cables and putting the 120 on a shelf far from the system it’s linked to is almost satisfying enough to make up for the step down in sound quality that comes with a wireless connection. Plus, not to mention, there are so many options for enjoying this turntable with Bluetooth-ready speakers and headphones. Audio-Technica is a name that features heavily in our best USB turntables roundup, and now the Japanese audio brand that is responsible for the fine-sounding and fuss-free AT-LP5x has a new proposition: a fully manual turntable (modelled after the firm's AT-LP120X-USB deck) that adds the convenience of Bluetooth wireless connectivity to the existing analog and USB outputs. Simon Lucas is a senior editorial professional with deep experience of print/digital publishing and the consumer electronics landscape. While retaining notable features like its die-cast stroboscopic platter, playback pitch control and USB connectivity, Audio-Technica upgraded their turntable with a list of new features: a quieter DC servo drive motor, an uprated phono pre-amp and a fully-revised anti-skate control mechanism are to name only but a few enhancements.

We designed the LP120XBT-USB with you in mind, eliminating the need for expensive amps or convoluted speaker setups. If you're unsure as to how Bluetooth connectivity benefits you when compared to regular LP120 models, here are some ideas on Bluetooth devices that you can connect to. mil elliptical stylus but is also compatible with any VM95 Series replacement stylus, providing a wide range of options for every budget and application. But for doubting if this modified edition of the AT-LP120 forgoes its handy computer-friendly USB output connection or its RCA outputs for connecting to a conventional stereo system, then fear not! The detachable RCA cable and ground wire offer flexibility to switch between phono and line outputs via the internal preamp.

The LP120XBT-USB can be plugged into PC, Linux or Mac allowing you to record and convert your vinyl collection to digital tracks, while the fully manual tonearm puts you in control, allowing you to position and set playback wherever you like. With the lavish 30th anniversary reissue of Pixies’ Bossanova spinning, many of the traditional vinyl virtues are to the fore.