Audio-Technica Consumer AT-LP120XUSB Stereo Turntable with USB - Silver

Overview of Audio-Technica Consumer AT-LP120XUSB Stereo Turntable with USB - Silver

This update of the AT-LP120-USB turntable features a new DC servo direct-drive motor, along with adjustable dynamic anti-skate control and selectable phono preamplifier. The fully manual turntable plays 33-1/3, 45, and 78 RPM records and is equipped with a USB output that allows direct connection to your computer. Just download the free Mac- and PC-compatible Audacity recording software (or software of your choice) and start converting your records to digital audio files. But in addition to the USB output, the turntable also comes with a detachable dual RCA output cable and is equipped with a built-in selectable phono preamp so you can connect directly to your home stereo, whether it has a dedicated phono input or not.

Features:

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
• removable hinged dust cover

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

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