About The Audio Technica AT- LP120XBT-USB Turntable
The LP120XBT-USB is designed to give you a high-quality listening experience that's easy to enjoy right out of the box. A built-in preamp means the LP120XBT-USB can be plugged directly into your existing speakers, or, with the simple press of a switch, connect wirelessly via Bluetooth® 5.0 to any Bluetooth compatible speaker, supported home assistant or wireless headphones. Space saving with no external amps, no clutter and no mess; just incredible sound and reliable features designed with over half a century of Japanese audio innovation. The LP120XBT-USB can also be plugged directly into your computer, for audio playback via your PC speakers or for simple and easy backup and transfer of your vinyl records to playback on your smart devices when on-the-go.
This fully manual turntable is modelled after the AT-LP120XUSB, but adds the convenience of Bluetooth® wireless connectivity to the existing analogue and USB outputs.
Featuring a specially designed DC servo direct-drive motor and adjustable dynamic anti-skate control, the AT-LP120XBT-USB plays 33⅓, 45, and 78 RPM records and outputs high-fidelity audio to the device of your choice. Use the included RCA output cable along with the built-in selectable phono preamp to connect to your home stereo or powered speakers. Use the USB cable to connect to your computer and then download the free Mac and PC compatible Audacity recording software, or software of your choice, to start converting your records to digital audio files. Or use the Bluetooth wireless technology to pair the turntable with wireless speakers, headphones or other devices, including those that support the high-quality Qualcomm® aptX™ audio codec.
The turntable also features an S-shaped tonearm with adjustable tracking force and an AT-HS6 universal ½" mount headshell with an AT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet™ phono cartridge. Audio-Technica has been a leader in phono cartridge design for more than 50 years, and that expertise shows in the versatile, high-performance AT-VM95E. The cartridge comes with a 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus, but is also compatible with any VM95 Series replacement stylus, offering a wide choice of options for every budget and application.
Additional professional features include a die-cast aluminium platter with felt mat, a start/stop button, selectable high-accuracy quartz-controlled pitch lock and pitch change slider control with +/-10% adjustment range, a stroboscopic platter with speed indicator, a removable plug-type stylus target light, external power supply and a removable hinged dust cover.
Our Take
The Audio-Technica AT-LP120XBT-USB is a fully manual turntable that builds on the AT-LP120XUSB, offering both Bluetooth® wireless connectivity and traditional analogue and USB outputs. Powered by a DC servo direct-drive motor, it supports 33⅓, 45, and 78 RPM records, ensuring precise playback with adjustable anti-skate control. The turntable includes a built-in phono preamp for connection to stereo systems or powered speakers, while the USB port allows for easy vinyl-to-digital conversion using Audacity or other software. Its S-shaped tonearm is equipped with the high-performance AT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet™ cartridge, delivering superior audio fidelity. With features like a die-cast aluminium platter, pitch control, and a stroboscopic speed indicator, this turntable offers a versatile, high-quality experience for both audiophiles and casual listeners.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: Manual Direct Drive Turntable
- High-fidelity audio with Bluetooth® wireless technology
- Direct-drive, DC servo motor
- Fully manual operation
- Adjustable dynamic anti-skate control
- Selectable 33⅓/45/78 RPM speeds
- Anti-resonance, die-cast aluminium platter with felt mat
- AT-HS6 universal ½" mount headshell and AT-VM95E Dual Moving 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
- Connects wirelessly to speakers and other devices equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology, to wired audio systems and powered speakers via included dual RCA output cable, or to computers via included USB cable
- Compatible with the high-quality Qualcomm® aptX™ audio codec
- Built-in switchable phono preamplifier 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 colouration
- 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)
- Motor: DC Servo Motor
- Drive Method: Direct Drive
- Speeds 33⅓, 45 & 78 RPM
- Turntable Platter: Die-Cast Aluminium
- Starting Torque: >1.0 kgf.cm
- Braking System: Electronic Brake
- Wow & 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 2.0 Compliant Windows 7 or above, or MAC OS X or above
- Power Supply Requirements: 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 1.5A Max
- Tonearm Type: Balanced S-shaped tonearm with detachable headshell
- Effective Arm Length: 230.5mm
- Overhang: 16mm
- 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
- Communication System: Bluetooth Version 5.0
- Maximum Communication Range: Line of sight - approx. 10m
- Compatible Bluetooth Profile: A2DP
- Supported Codecs: Qualcomm® aptX™ Adaptive audio, Qualcomm® aptX™ audio, SBC
- Included Accessories: AT-VM95E Phono Cartridge, AT-HS6 Headshell, USB Cable, Detachable RCA Cable, AC Adapter, 45 RPM Adapter, Counterweight, Felt Mat, Plug-Type Stylus Target Light and Removable Hinged Dust Cover
- Finish: Black
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 452 x 141.6 x 352mm
- Weight: 8 kg without dust cover
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 1 Year
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.