Customer Ratings & Reviews

Something I’ve always liked about the Sony brand, besides the quality and customer service is that their products are well-thought-out and tailored to the customer's needs. Its audio and video products like soundbars, TV’s, BT Speakers, Amps, typically feature a generous number of ports and options that allow you to customize the device to your liking—whether in terms of connectivity or software configuration. And this turntable is no exception: right out of the box, I was able to start enjoying my favorite vinyl records by connecting to my BT Speaker, in less than a minute. The PS-LX5BT turntable was very well packaged—the platter, tone arm, and dust cover were all very well protected, which says a lot about how careful Sony is with its products. It took me around 10 minutes to unpack it and assemble it. If you are familiarized with turntables, the setup is very easy, however there is an operating instructions manual that you can follow as well. With a minimalist design, sober look, matte black color, good looking and discrete style, it looks great in my living room. You can see and feel the quality of its components like the tonearm and platter, which are key components on every turntable to ensure fidelity sound even if the whole unit is not too heavy. The setup is very straightforward, the way this turntable is designed and pre-setup makes it easy for beginners . Stylus Cartridge was premounted, there is not Vertical Tracking force and antiskating force mode knobs to adjust, those are already set, just install the aluminum platter, attach the belt through the holes on the platter, to place the belt to the pulley using your fingers, then place the rubber mat on the platter, attach the dust cover, connect to the power and pair it with a BT speaker and is ready to play records, just that simple. As I mentioned before, this turntable includes different options for connectivity. You can setup either for wireless or wired option. If you are old school or a strict audiophile the unit has a preamp phono for audio output or you can have phono output for a preamp as well. At the back you will find the Left & Right output RCA gold plate audio jacks and includes high quality detachable audio cables. The same ports can be used either for phono or audio output, there is switch where you can select the choice of your preference. This will allow you to connect to any amplifier either phono or audio input signal. The phono cartridge is moving magnet. With Bluetooth, you can get high resolution wireless audio up to 96Khz over 24 Bit with codec aptx, aptx adaptive and Hi-Res wireless audio, to ensure steady and crystal sound. I tried the 3 different connections. For phono output I used a separate tube preamp, with an Harman Kardon amplifier and Polk Speakers. Played some classical music and AC/DC vinyl’s. Very happy with the results, I couldn’t perceived so much difference between the phono or audio output using the Harman Kardon’s phono preamp. However I did perceived some differences while using the BT connectivity and obviously is because of the BT wireless audio compression. I was able to connect it by BT with my Sony Soundbar and Sony Headphones. It has 3 levels for gain audio output, Low-Mid-High, the selector is located at the back and you can control the gain in BT or audio output but not for phono output. There is a USB-B port at the back where you can connect to the computer and with a SW you can rip your analog music and convert it in digital. There is another micro USB port below the plate close to the pulley, that port will be used for firmware updates. There is no app or SW for this turntable so if you want to perform firmware updates the only way is through this port and a computer by downloading the Firmware package SW from Sony Website. Sound is great in all audio connectivity modes. No skipping tracks, or the annoying hissing noise. I think part of the success is the Stylus, with a light stylus pressure of 2 grams which offers a good frequency response and accurate tracking, belt driven system, and the design and make of the aluminum die cast alloy platter and Tone Arm. There are many different details in the design of a turntable that will definitely affect the performance and sound quality of the turntable while is playing records, and I think this Sony turntable has sorted them all out. The Bluetooth connectivity is strong, stable, with long range with no gaps. I was able to move my BT speaker while playing records all over my home with no disconnections. To stablish the BT pairing is very easy, just place the speaker close to the turntable, put the BT Speaker in pairing mode, then on the turntable press and hold for 2 sec the BT button located on the left, when the indicator light stops flashing the pairing is complete. This turntable is fully automatic. Unlock the tone arm lock, place the vinyl on the platter and press the start button and the arm will move and start playing the vinyl. To stop playback just press the stop button. When playback is finished the tone arm will return automatically to the tone arm rest and then the platter swill stop rotating. There is also the up/down button to manually move the tone arm. You can play 12in (LP) or 7in (EP) with the size switch rotary know or the speed 33rpm or 45rpm with the speed switch rotary knob. The Power adapter is the standar USB-c port which is a clever choice. The included Items are: Stereo Turntable Platter with belt attached Mat for the platter Dust Cover 2 hinges 45rpm adapter Ac adapter Audio Cable Operating Instructions Manual Overall this is a turntable for either beginners or experienced users, good looking, easy to operate, with different audio setup that delivers what is the main feature here, playing my vinyls with pleasant high fidelity sound.

Imagine having a record collection and nothing to play it on or better being tied to a single spot. First off this is a full featured turntable that accommodates 33 and 45 RPM records. Sorry if you're still spinning those 78's. Simple operation lets you set the speed, hit start and you are off to the races. For those who have never listened to an album, they tend to be surprised of the clarity especially with this unit. I am no audiophile but appreciate an album over the digital version. It has the hookups for your stereo but also has USB and the real bonus is the ability to connect via Bluetooth. I have mostly used it connected to a stereo however I did connect via Bluetooth to see if there was any difference in sound or function. It played just as well through Bluetooth as it did connected directly to the stereo receiver. Overall this has great sound, easy connections and simple operations. I would recommend investing in a good album cleaner especially if you are pulling out those disco albums from a time gone by!

I got back into vinyl a few years ago and have been slowly upgrading my setup. When I saw the Sony PS-LX5BT, the Bluetooth feature caught my attention right away. My old turntable was wired, which meant it had to live in one specific spot in the room and stay connected to one specific output. That gets old. So I picked this one up hoping it would give me a little more flexibility, and it delivered on that. Setup was genuinely easy. I had it out of the box and playing a record in maybe fifteen minutes. No fussing with counterweights, no reading through a confusing manual three times. Sony designed this as a full-auto turntable, so the tonearm does its thing automatically. You press a button, it drops, it plays, it lifts when the record is done. For someone who just wants to enjoy music without turning it into a hobby within a hobby, that simplicity is worth a lot. The design looks great too. It has a clean, modern look that fits well in a living room without screaming "audiophile cave." My wife actually commented that it looked nice, which is not something that happens often with my gear purchases. The build feels solid and the dust cover is a nice touch. Nothing about it feels cheap for the price. The Bluetooth is the real selling point for me personally. Being able to wirelessly send audio to my soundbar on one side of the room, then switch over to headphones when the rest of the family goes to bed, is genuinely convenient. I also appreciate that I am not locked into a specific placement in the room just because of a cable run. That kind of flexibility matters more than I expected it to. Now for the honest part. Bluetooth compresses audio. That is just how the technology works. You are taking an analog signal, converting it, compressing it, and sending it wirelessly. If you are an audiophile who cares deeply about the full warmth and detail of an analog recording, this setup will bother you. The difference is real and it is not subtle to a trained ear. I am not that person. I enjoy vinyl, I can hear that it sounds good, but I am not sitting there analyzing the soundstage. For casual listening, it sounds great. For serious critical listening, you probably want a wired setup with a dedicated phono preamp. Overall I would recommend the PS-LX5BT to someone like me. A person who loves records, wants a reliable and attractive turntable, and values the convenience of wireless audio over absolute sonic perfection. It is a well-made, easy-to-use turntable with a genuinely useful feature set. Just go in knowing what Bluetooth is and is not, and you will be happy with it.

I really did not expect much from the Sony PS-LX5BT. I know this is the more expensive version of the others that has been viewed very positively. The box is like many of the Sony hi-fi stuff I have. It is very minimal, PS-LX5BT. There is a quick start guide, which I believe should be included for these types of products. Its like an Ikea package when you first get it. And put it together like legos. The only real parts you need to be extra careful with is the belt and the needle. This turntable has some cool features like the 45 insert that has a dedicated storage spot at the left side under the unit. The included AV cords are a welcome edition, in case you want to connect to some old school speakers. When putting everything together, you can tell the lux feel and high quality of the parts used. I can even tell the rubber matt is pretty high quality compared to the others I have seen. The arm and needle is auto which is super cool and reminisant of my days of old. The great thing for me is that this unit can pair to literally any bluetooth speaker device. I have paired it to my portable bluetooth speaker and then to my surround sound speaker system, which shines like the sun. The audio is super crisp and I can enjoy every part of the experience, even the flaw in records. It was great to hear again. When pairing there is a cool LED that is next to the button. However, to power it on, there is a switch on the back of the player. Which isn't horrible, but there is no LED to let you know it is powered on or off, which really should have been added somewere. I dont know, maybe add a small volume toggle with a LED embedded in the knob to show it's on? Just a thought. Other than that, this unit is a totally a recommend from me. It makes me want to play every record I own.

Lots of features give you a high-quality vinyl sound. The solid aluminum platter is thick and has a bit of heft to it which ensures that your albums will spin smoothly. The drive belt was cleverly held in place ready to install with red tape. I must admit my first try had the belt twisted but it was easy to correct. Setup instructions were clear and easy to follow. The rubber mat is also thick so that along with the rubber spring loaded feet will ensure very little outside vibration gets to needle and record. The easily removable dust cover looks nice, opens and closes smoothly and stays firmly in the up position. Controls are easy to use and well laid out. I wish the power button would have been put on the top or front rather than hidden in the back. I guess the intent is to mostly leave on and let the unit go into its low power standby mode. The up/down button is mechanical, so it takes a little firmer press than start & stop. I was able to pair my Shure headphones easily to the turntable. The Bluetooth indicator lights up blue when a paired device is connected and amber when not connected, otherwise there are no other lights or indications of power on the turntable. Audio output via the phono or line output jack continues when a device is Bluetooth connected. Probably a good thing to be aware of if a connected receiver is still turned on and you have headphones on. I sometimes also rip vinyl to my computer, and the built-in USB connection makes it so easy to do so. In the past I had to split the audio output to a separate USB converter device to accomplish. You do have to provide your own USB type B cable as one is not included

I used to enjoy my records on a vintage almost antique Grundig stereo console, but sadly it had to go a couple years ago. I've missed my records since then. I didn't want the hassle of a newer system with all the components so I kinda forgot about it. Then I saw this Sony record player with Bluetooth and - now they're back! I love the design of this Sony. Very sleek and simple. The black subtle texture was a great choice. It feels well built and sturdy. Setup was super easy. Plug in the power, which is usb-c. That was a nice touch! If I want I can make this mobile with a battery bank, to take to gatherings or out camping! Cool. Then press the Bluetooth pairing button for a couple of seconds til it flashes fast blue. Do the same on your speaker or headphones of choice and your all set! Of course it does have normal rca connections on the back for adding to a system as well as a built in pre amp that can be switched on or off. The 3 gain settings are also convinient depending on your needs. It's simple to operate and automatic. (although I will always miss my old ability to play five records at a time) Options to choose 45 or 33 rpm and 7 or 12 inch records are on the right side. It sounds soo very good! The warmth and charm you can only get from records. It's such a nice way to slow down and unwind.