Audio Technica AT-LP120XUSB Direct Drive Turntable
Introducing the upgraded AT-LP120-USB turntable from Audio-Technica, this model boasts a new DC servo direct-drive motor for enhanced performance. It comes equipped with adjustable dynamic anti-skate control and a selectable phono preamplifier. This fully manual turntable caters to vinyl enthusiasts, playing 33-1/3, 45, and 78 RPM records. Its USB output facilitates a direct connection to your computer, allowing for seamless conversion of your cherished records into digital audio files using the free Audacity recording software for both Mac and PC.
Beyond the USB functionality, the turntable offers a detachable dual RCA output cable and a built-in selectable phono preamp. This feature allows for a direct connection to your home stereo, regardless of whether it has a dedicated phono input. The S-shaped tonearm, featuring adjustable tracking force, is paired with an AT-HS6 universal ½"-mount headshell housing the renowned AT-VM95E Dual Magnet™ phono cartridge. Drawing on Audio-Technica's 50 years of expertise in phono cartridge design, the AT-VM95E cartridge includes a 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus and offers compatibility with any VM95 Series replacement stylus, ensuring a broad range of options for various budgets and applications.
Key features also include a die-cast aluminum platter with a felt mat, a start/stop button, selectable high-accuracy quartz-controlled pitch lock, and a pitch change slider control with +/-8% or +/-16% adjustment ranges. The turntable incorporates a stroboscopic platter with a speed indicator, a removable plug-type stylus target light, an external power supply, and a hinged dust cover that can be easily removed for convenience. Elevate your vinyl experience with Audio-Technica's AT-LP120-USB turntable, merging cutting-edge technology with the timeless pleasure of analog sound.
Audio Technica AT-LP120XUSB Features
- Experience the high-fidelity audio of vinyl
- Direct-drive, DC servo motor
- Fully manual operation
- Adjustable dynamic anti-skate control
- Selectable 33/45/78 RPM speeds
- Professional-grade anti-resonance, die-cast aluminum platter with felt mat
- AT-HS6 universal ½"-mount headshell and AT-VM95E Dual Magnet™ phono cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus
- AT-VM95E cartridge is compatible with any VM95 Series replacement stylus, offering a wide choice of options for every budget and application
- Balanced S-shaped tonearm with hydraulically damped lift control and lockable rest
- Built-in switchable phono pre-amplifier for phono- or line-level output
- Stroboscopic platter with speed indicator
- Variable pitch control with quartz speed lock
- Removable plug-type target light for easier cueing in low light
- Damped base construction for reduced low-frequency feedback coloration
- AC adapter handles AC/DC conversion outside of the chassis, reducing noise in the signal chain
- Convert your vinyl records to digital audio files by downloading and using the free Mac- and PC-compatible Audacity recording software (or software of your choice)
- Includes: USB cable, detachable RCA output cable (dual RCA male to dual RCA male), AC adapter, 45 RPM adapter, counterweight, felt mat, and removable hinged dust cover
Audio Technica AT-LP120XUSB Specifications
- Type: 3-speed, fully manual operation
- Motor: DC servo 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% (WTD) @ 3 kHz (JIS)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >50 dB
- Output Level:
- Pre-amp “PHONO”: 4 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
- Pre-amp “LINE”: 240 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
- Phono Pre-Amp Gain: 36 dB nominal, RIAA equalized
- USB Function:
- A/D, D/A – 16-bit/44.1 kHz or 48 kHz USB selectable
- Computer interface – USB 1.1 Compliant Windows 7 or above, or MAC OS X or above
- Power Supply Requirements: 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 1.5A Max.
- Dimensions: 452.0 mm (17.80") W x 352.0 mm (13.86") D x 141.6 mm (5.57") H
- Weight: 8 kg (17.6 lbs.), without dust cover
- Accessories Included:
- AT-VM95E phono cartridge
- AT-HS6 headshell
- 1.9 m (6.2') USB cable
- Dual RCA (male) to dual RCA (male) cable with ground wire
- Counterweight
- Felt mat
- Dust cover
- 45 RPM adapter
- Plug-type stylus target light
- Notes:
- Tonearm type: Balanced S-shaped tonearm with detachable headshell
- Effective arm length: 230.5 mm
- Overhang: 16 mm
- Tracking error angle: Less than 3 degrees
- Applicable cartridge weight: 3.5-8.5 g
- Anti-skating range: 0-4 g
- Replacement Stylus: AT-VMN95E
- USB operation system requirements: PC or Mac with an available USB port (USB1.1 or higher), Windows 7 or above, or Mac OS X or above