Audio-Technica - Audio Technica AT-LP7 Manual Belt-Drive Turntable - Black

The AT-LPW50PB is a fully manual, belt-drive turntable designed to give you optimal high-fidelity audio reproduction from vinyl. It features an anti-resonance 30 mm thick MDF (medium density fiberboard) plinth, with a high-gloss, piano-black finish, to dampen low-frequency acoustical feedback, and a sensor-monitored motor to ensure accurate platter rotation speeds of 33-1/3 and 45 RPM. The turntable includes a straight, matte-finish, carbon-fiber tonearm with adjustable tracking force and an AT-HS4 universal ½"-mount headshell with a black AT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet phono cartridge (black). 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 cartridge, which 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. The AT-LPW50PB is equipped with a built-in selectable phono preamp and a detachable dual RCA output cable to enable direct connection to components with or without a dedicated phono input.

This semi-automatic direct-drive turntable elevates vinyl listening with a refined end-of-side tonearm lift that raises the arm and stops the motor automatically. A J-shaped aluminum tonearm with adjustable VTA and subcounterweight supports a wide range of cartridges, while the included elliptical stylus delivers clear channel separation and low distortion. The speed-sensor system and low-torque DC servo motor maintain precise rotation across 33-1/3, 45, and 78 RPM playback. A rubber-damped, die-cast aluminum platter with mat, rigid MDF plinth, internal power supply, and height-adjustable feet work together to minimize resonance, noise, and vibration for confident, detailed performance.

Building on Audio-Technica’s analog heritage and over 50 years of Japanese audio design the AT-LP5X features upgraded technology while keeping the contemporary style and acclaimed performance of its predecessor the AT-LP5.FeaturesDirect-drive low noise motorFully manual operation with three speeds: 33-1/3 45 and 78 RPMAT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet stereo cartridge (black) with replaceable stylusLightweight AT-HS6 headshellJ-shaped tonearm engineered to minimize tracking errorsSwitchable MM/MC built-in pre-amplifierAnti-resonance die-cast aluminum platterHeavy rubber damping mat for improved low-frequency reproductionAC adapter handles AC/DC conversion outside of the chassis reducing noise in the signal chainElegant matte black finishIncludes dual RCA (male) to dual RCA (male) stereo cable 45 RPM adapter USB cableIncluded dust cover and mounting hardwareJ-Shaped TonearmThe LP5X retains the J-shaped tonearm a design inspired by the classic Audio-Technica models of the 1960s and ’70s and features a metallic gimbal suspension system and precision bearings to mitigate tracking errors. The tonearm also includes an adjustable counterweight and anti-skate control and comes fitted with a lightweight (9.3g) AT-HS6 headshell and the black AT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet stereo cartridge.Vibration Damping ConstructionConstructed of anti-vibration damping materials with heavy-mass metal chassis inserts the AT-LP5X turntable has been designed to limit low-frequency acoustical feedback. Its precision-machined die-cast aluminum platter is powered by a direct-drive low-noise motor ensuring stable on-axis rotation at 33-1/3 45 and 78 RPM. A 5 mm thick rubber damping mat which isolates from low-frequency feedback while providing a highly stable surface for all LP formats tops the platter.Switchable MM/MC PreampThe AT-LP5x features a built-in switchable MM/MC phono/line preamp that enables it to connect directly to a computer home stereo powered speakers and other components tha