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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