Audio-Technica - Audio Technica AT-LP60X-GM Turntable Gunmetal - Black/Gunmetal

I've got an old record collection that I've been wanting to play again but I wasn't up on the newer turntable technology. I'm a video producer so I'm familiar with Audio Technica microphones and took a gamble on the AT LP 60XBT turntable and couldn't be happier. Set up was so easy I didn't need the instructions. I just paired it with my Bose speakers and heard the deep luscious sounds of vinyl beaming from the 50s, 60s and 70s tunes. The AT LP 60XBT has a small footprint and fits in my record cabinet well. The cushioned feet help keeps possible bumps from damaging my records. If you're researching, do look for this feature, it's worth the added price. And since they are old, some of my records are scratched and skip or get hung up in spots and all I have to do is gently press a finger on the turntable's arm to get it to continue on. (Like in the old days!) I didn't care for the look of the suitcase turntables and from reviews I noticed users didn't like them because their lids didn't fully cover the record. This is important to note because besides your records, you don't want dust to get into your turntable or needle. For the price, this is an excellent starter turntable. The only thing I wish is that it had some sort of "stop gap" mechanism to prevent the arm from operating when there isn't a record on the turntable. My grandson is fascinated with the turntable and keeps turning it on to play! When there's no record on the turntable the arm will still automatically activate when the "start" button is pressed and the needle drags across the turntable as if it's playing a record. But I don't think any turntable has this option, although some do have a latch to lock over the arm.

I purchased based on multiple positive reviews and was not disappointed. Plays well and sounds fantastic when hooked to my receiver. My receiver does not have a dedicated "phono" slot, so I just used the CD one instead, since I never use CD's anymore. Works fine. Put the whole setup on my desk, as shown in pictures with this review. This is not a bluetooth version, which is fine, as I just connected directly to my receiver as shown in the photo. Be sure to have some headphones to bring out the sound correctly. I especially like the automatic button control that is missing from the more expensive Audio Technica turntable. Just push a button to either stop or start and the unit returns the tone arm once album complete. Also has a separate button raise and lower the tone arm to stop and start as well as place anywhere on the record and lower safely. Note that this plays 33 and 45 speed but not 78, in case you want to play very old vintage records (which I don't). Its been years since I have listened to music with "cracks" and "scratches" inherent in old records and I love it! Don't let the low price scare you. This is a quality machine and super easy to use. Plays well with no adjustments needed.

I needed a small footprint turntable for my bedroom and after looking at specs and online reviews decided on this one. This turntable is mostly plastic and almost felt like a toy when i took it out for the box. But my reservations were completely gone once i loaded a record and hit play. While the construction will not impress you, Audio-Technica still makes it clear they know what they're doing when it comes to turntables. One caveat: The catridge is not user upgradeable so there's no way to coax more performance from this turntable. Luckily, it does produce a very listening sound. It may not have the same detail of turntables 2 or 3 times it's price but if you're using its BT with a wireless speakers or headphones, you will be very happy with this turntable. BT is simple Press the BT pairing button and the lights flash red/blue quickly while searching for the BT device. Once connected that's it. Other than installing the belt drive everything on this turntable is fully automatic. I wish the protective cover is a bit taller though since my record weight puck is tall that i can't close the cover when using it.

This is an excellent turntable. It is easy to put together, is very light weight but does not feel cheap. It connects via bluetooth to your speaker(s) although may take a minute to connect. It can play all of your vinyls LP’s—45, 33 1/3 and 78 rpms. On the left is a button for 78’s. There is a disk for 45’s center hole. on the right is start, stop and to raise or lower the playing arm. The needle is a diamond needle which I trust will last a long time. The lid closes while playing LP’s, keeping dust out. The bluetooth button is on the left. When pressed it flashes blue until connecting. If changing from one bluetooth device to another, sometimes, I find I need to unplug the stereo for a minute, replug and start over to make the connection. I purchased the Bose speaker. I am theilled that my LP’s from the 1960’s sound fantastic on the Bose and turntable!

This is my first official turntable that is not a suitcase and I am beyond please with it. It was the most affordable from all the options and I was nervous it wouldn’t have great sound quality but it actually has amazing sound quality. The ease of control is really good, it’s not confusing and set up was very simple.