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Reddit mentions of Audio-Technica AT-LP120XUSB Direct-Drive Turntable (Analog & USB), Silver, Hi-Fidelity, Plays 33 -1/3, 45, and 78 RPM Records, Convert Vinyl to Digital, Anti-Skate Control, Variable Pitch Control
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We found 5 Reddit mentions of Audio-Technica AT-LP120XUSB Direct-Drive Turntable (Analog & USB), Silver, Hi-Fidelity, Plays 33 -1/3, 45, and 78 RPM Records, Convert Vinyl to Digital, Anti-Skate Control, Variable Pitch Control. Here are the top ones.
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Experience the high-fidelity audio of vinylDirect-drive, DC servo motor with selectable 33/45/78 RPM speedsFully manual operation featuring adjustable dynamic anti-skate control, variable pitch control with quartz speed lock, and balanced S-shaped tonearm with hydraulically damped lift control and lockable restConvert 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 coverBuilt-in switchable phono pre-amplifier for phono- or line-level output
Specs:
| Color | Silver |
| Height | 10 Inches |
| Length | 22 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Release date | February 2019 |
| Weight | 20.15 Pounds |
| Width | 18 Inches |
The new X version, Audio-Technica AT-LP120X $349 CAD.
Next step up is the Canadian Fluance RT82 $403 CAD with belt drive which adds auto stop and then an optical sensor speed controlled servo motor for lower wow and flutter and speed variation. A later upgrade option is the acrylic platter for $159 as seen on the RT85. If not using a receiver with a phonon input add a phono preamp such as the ART DJPRE II $69 or if running low on budget the Pyle PP555 $22 and upgrade to a better one later.
Skip the older RT81 since it is around the same price as the LP120X and it lacks the speed sensor the RT82 has.
If your budget is under $300, the older Fluance RT80 is $268, or at Amazon, It has a built in phono preamp like the LP120X has but also lacks the speed sensor like the RT81.
If you have access to shipping to a USA address for pickup, Monolith by Monoprice Turntable with AT100E $169 USD / $225 CAD is a clone of the RT81 from the same factory for $100 less.
Is it a good idea to pick up an Audio-Technica LP 120? It's $300 CAD, $80 off on Amazon currently. I got a cheap Ion currently and it's terrible. I think anything would be an upgrade at this point, but I'm wondering if this is the right direction. A local pawn shop is selling a Technics SL-D202 for $50 CAD but it requires a new needle (and cartridge probably). The rubber mat looks a little rough too. Hopefully wouldn't be too hard to find a replacement. I don't want this to become a project that's going to require me hundreds of dollars to be constantly fixing though. Any thoughts?
Looking for some general purchasing advice on turntables. My current budget is $100-$500 and I currently have a Denon AVRx1400H with 3.1. RP-260's & RP-440C. I usually listening to classic rock, indie rock, rap, and EDM. I know next to nothing about turntables, but have been lurking on this sub for some time.
I have some interest in this Audio-Technica one Link but have no idea whether this is worth the cost.
Any advice on setting up a decent beginner turntable would be much appreciated, i.e. what you need, what to look for, what to avoid, which brands are better than others etc.
Thanks in advance!
Well it can depend. Are your speakers powered or passive, do you have a subwoofer, do you want an automatic (where a button moves the needle to the record and it puts itself back when its done, vs. having to pick up the arm and manually placing it on the record, plus pick it up and take it off the record when it's done every time). What other devices do you have, do you value bluetooth.
If you just want something that looks good in a photo here, you can find a vintage receiver for $100 (check craigslist/ebay, here's the first one I saw on eBay I'm not vouching for this model) and then an Audio Technica LP120 for $230. This is manual but you can, down the line, buy new cartridges. Also has features like adjustable counterweight, anti-skate and speed regulation.
You could alternatively go modern with a Sony STR-DH190 receiver. $150, bluetooth standby - basically you can play music to the receiver without making sure it's on. From there you could get the same $230 LP120, or the LP60XBT for $120 that also has bluetooth, so it can be used with wireless headphones, too. Or I guess just paired via bluetooth with the receiver so you don't have physically connect them. The LP60 is automatic but lacks the LP120's adjustments, which you may miss as you dive deeper into this hobby.
But pure turntable love - I'd cheap out on a receiver. Vintage looks or modern features aside, it's a black chunk. Phono preamp, amp and radio, at this price range, aren't really big considerations. So hit goodwill, salvation army or craigslist, and grab one for like $20. You might even find one with a center (subwoofer) out which the Sony or vintage I mentioned don't. Then you could get a Fluance RT82 or a Uturn Orbit for about $300. Those are both manual.
In contrast to receivers, used turntables haven't been a great experience for me. They're precision machines and speed/alignment issues can pop up, plus there's a lot of messed up dust covers out there. That said, I've only bought from thrift stores - with some eBay searching, plenty of people have found vintage turntables that were better values than new options.
EDIT: and this is by no means an exhaustive list, I'm just illustrating the different directions you can go
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