Audio Technica AT-LPA2 Turntable

About The Audio-Technica AT-LPA2 Fully Manual Belt-Drive Turntable

If you're serious about your vinyl and want a turntable that puts you in full control of the experience, the Audio-Technica AT-LPA2 is a standout choice. Combining a clean, retro modern aesthetic with performance focused design, this fully manual belt-drive turntable is a celebration of analog simplicity. It’s designed for those who enjoy the tactile ritual of placing a record, dropping the stylus, and settling into an immersive listening session.

Whether you're just getting into vinyl or are a seasoned collector, the AT-LPA2 brings Audio-Technica’s renowned engineering to a price point that’s refreshingly attainable without skimping on quality.

A Return To The Essentials

Unlike fully automatic models, the AT-LPA2 invites you to engage with your records in a more hands on way. You manually cue the tonearm, drop the needle, and return it at the end of each side just like in the golden age of hi-fi. For many vinyl lovers, that’s all part of the charm. It also means there are fewer mechanical parts involved, which translates to less vibration and cleaner sound.

The belt-drive mechanism further reduces motor noise by physically decoupling the platter from the drive motor, letting your records spin smoothly and quietly. The result? Greater clarity and less interference, especially in the quieter passages of your favourite albums.

Precision Where It Matters

At the heart of the AT-LPA2’s performance is the AT-OC9XEN MC cartridge one of Audio-Technica’s most respected models. It features a microlinear diamond stylus that’s well-suited to a wide range of music and delivers warm, detailed audio with excellent channel separation. The cartridge is pre-mounted on a machined aluminium head-shell, so you're ready to go right out of the box.

The AT-LPA2 features a newly designed tonearm built for both precision and user-friendly performance. Engineered with high-quality materials and careful construction, it delivers smooth, accurate tracking while minimising resonance, ensuring your records are reproduced with the clarity and detail they deserve.

Separate Power Unit

To deliver the best possible sound quality, the AT-LPA2 uses a separate power and control unit. By isolating the power supply from the turntable’s sensitive audio circuitry, this design helps reduce electrical interference, resulting in a cleaner signal path and more accurate, detailed sound.

Solid Build. Clean Lines. Timeless Appeal

The high-density acrylic of the chassis and platter dampens vibrations for supremely quiet playback, allowing the brilliance and detail of your vinyl records to shine through.

A removable dust cover is included to protect the turntable when not in use, essential if you're serious about keeping your gear (and your records) in top shape.

Our Review

Crafted from transparent acrylic, the AT-LPA2 fully manual belt-drive turntable blends striking modern design with classic analog performance. Despite its high-end appearance, it's remarkably straightforward to set up and enjoy. The precision-engineered acrylic plinth isn’t just about looks, it’s chosen for its excellent acoustic properties, helping to dampen unwanted vibrations and reduce resonance that can introduce noise or distortion. The result is cleaner, more detailed playback, allowing your vinyl records to shine with exceptional clarity and accuracy.

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Main Features & Specifications

• Fully manual, belt-drive operation with two speeds: 33-1/3 and 45 RPM
• Phono-level output provides pure, direct transmission of the cartridge’s signal
• AT-OC9XEN MC cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical nude stylus provides detailed sound reproduction with excellent channel separation and low distortion
• Exclusive machined aluminium head-shell
• 30mm-thick transparent chassis is made from low-resonance, high-density clear acrylic
• 20mm-thick, high-density transparent acrylic platter is calibrated to spin at a consistent speed
• Separate control unit / power supply isolates the turntable from unwanted electrical noise
• Optical sensor, positioned under the spindle, monitors platter rotation to maintain accurate speed
• Newly designed, carbon-fibre tonearm is precision-engineered for superior tracking and stability
• Highly accurate and finely adjustable weighted anti-skate mechanism (string-type)
• Includes both a 110 g and 130 g counterweight to accommodate most cartridge configurations
• Exclusively designed heavy-duty, height-adjustable feet isolate the turntable from vibration
• Includes dual RCA (male) to dual RCA (male) stereo cable, ground wire, 45 RPM adapter, removable hinged dust cover, hex wrench (to adjust tonearm height), white inspection gloves (to prevent fingerprints during setup)
• Included Accessories: Removable hinged dust cover
• Finish: Clear Acrylic
• Dimensions: (WxHxD): 585 x 245 x 420mm
• Weight: 12.8 kg
• Manufacturer's Warranty: 1 Year

Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.