Audio-Technica AT-LP5 Turntable
Performance in technology, purity in DESIGN
The AT-LP5 direct-drive turntable brings advanced technology and sleek, contemporary styling together for performance that looks as good as it sounds. Born of Audio-Technica’s rich analog heritage, the AT-LP5 incorporates a J-shaped tone arm that takes its inspiration from the classic A-T models of the 1960s and ’70s. The tone arm features a metallic gimbal suspension system and precision bearings to mitigate tracking errors, and includes an adjustable counterweight and anti-skate control. It comes outfitted with a lightweight (10 g) AT-HS10 headshell and high-performance AT95EX Dual Moving Magnet stereo cartridge, created specifically for this turntable.
Constructed of anti-vibration damping materials with heavy-mass metal chassis inserts, the AT-LP5 turntable is a class leader in limiting low-frequency acoustical feedback. Its precision-machined, die-cast aluminum platter is powered by a direct-drive, high-torque motor, ensuring stable, on-axis rotation at 33-1/3 or 45 RPM. The platter is topped by a 5 mm thick rubber damping mat that improves low-frequency reproduction.
The AT-LP5 features a built-in switchable phono/line preamp that enables it to be connected directly to a computer, home stereo, powered speakers and other components that have no dedicated turntable input. The turntable is also equipped with a USB output for direct connection to a computer, and comes with PC- and Mac-compatible Audacity® software that lets you convert your records to MP3, WAV or other digital audio file formats.
Features
- Specially designed AT95Ex Dual Moving Magnet stereo cartridge
- Twist-locking tonearm mechanism for quick and easy headshell exchange
- J-shape tonearm referencing the original 1960's and 70's Audio-Technica design
- Precision machined cast aluminium record platter for perfect on-axis balanced rotation
- 5mm Audio-Technica heavy damping rubber mat for improved low-frequency reproduction
- Ergonomic Start/Stop and speed selector with 33⅓ & 45 RPM selectable speeds
- Adjustable counterweight and anti-skate control for perfect problem free playing
- Anti-vibration and damping materials used to minimise unwanted resonance
What's in the box?
- AT-LP5 turntable
- Dust cover with mounting hardware
- AC line chord
- Dual RCA (male) to Dual RCA (male) stereo cable
- 45 RPM adapter
- USB cable
- Recording software (Audacity)
- Cartridge alignment and overhang adjustment template
Technical information
Turntable
- Drive Method: Direct drive
- Type: 2-Speed, fully manual operation
- Motor: DC motor
- Speeds: 33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM
- Turntable Platter: Die-cast aluminium
- Starting Torque: >1.6 kgf.cm
- Braking System: Electronic brake
- Wow and Flutter: < 0.2% WRMS (33 RPM)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: > 50 dB
- Output Level: “PHONO” (Pre-amp bypassed) - 3.5 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
“LINE” (Pre-amp engaged) - 150 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec - USB Function: A/D, D/A - 16 bit 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz USB selectable
- Computer interface: USB 1.1 (or higher) compliant Windows XP, Vista or MAC OS X
Cartridge & Stylus
- Model: AT95EX
- Type: VM Design Stereo Dual Moving Magnet
- Output Voltage: 3.5 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 m/sec)
- Vertical Tracking Force Range: 1.5 to 2,5 g (standard 2 g)
- Stylus Shape: Elliptical
- Stylus Size: 0.3 x 0.7 mil
- Recommended Load Impedance: 47,000 ohms
- Weight: 5.7 g
- Replacement Stylus: ATN95EX
Headshell
- Model: AT-HS10
- Weight: 10 g
- Overhang Adjustment: +/- 5 mm
- Colour: Black
Tone arm
- Type: Static balance J-shaped tonearm
- Effective Length: 247 mm
- Overhang: 17 mm
- Maximum Tracking Error Angle: Less than 2.3° at any point of the record
- Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range: 0 to 5 g
- Applicable Cartridge Weight: 15 - 20 g (including headshell weight)
- Anti-skating Range: 0 - 3 g
Audio-Technica AT-LP5 Turntable - Overview
Audio-Technica AT-LP5 Turntable Setup