Audio-Technica AT-LP120XBT-USB Direct-Drive Turntable
- Direct drive, DC servo motor, fully manual
- 33/45/78 RPM speeds
- AT-VM95E cartridge, 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus
- Bluetooth with aptX Adaptive, plus RCA and USB out
- Switchable phono preamp, phono or line level
- +/-10% pitch with quartz speed lock
- 60 dB signal to noise ratio
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A versatile manual turntable for a home stereo that also streams to Bluetooth speakers and digitizes records over USB. It has no auto return, so the arm must be lifted by hand at the end of each side.
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ASIN: B089T77WK2Model: AT-LP120XBT-USBCategory: Turntables
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Overview
Home stereo shelves and DJ style setups both suit this Audio-Technica turntable, a direct-drive deck with a die-cast aluminum platter and S-shaped tonearm. Sound goes out over RCA, USB to a computer, or Bluetooth to wireless speakers.
Three ways to connect, plus an upgradeable cartridge, let it grow from a first deck into a long-term one. Operation is fully manual, so nothing lifts the arm when a side ends.
Who it's for
Record collectors who want to digitize albums or stream to wireless speakers get every output in one deck. People who want hands-off playback should choose an automatic model.
Pros and cons
- Three output paths: RCA, USB, Bluetooth
- Upgradeable stylus within the same series
- Plays three record speeds
- Built-in switchable preamp
- Fully manual, no auto return
- Large footprint for a shelf
- Dust cover is removable, not attached
- Bluetooth adds a wireless step
Performance notes
Speed stability comes from the direct-drive DC servo motor and quartz lock, which hold pitch steady. Tracking depends on setting the tracking force and anti-skate correctly for the cartridge. The damped base and external power supply reduce feedback and noise in the signal path.
Specifications
| Brand | Audio-Technica |
|---|---|
| Model | AT-LP120XBT-USB |
| Capacity & performance | |
| SignaltoNoise Ratio | 60 dB |
| Record speeds | 33 1/3, 45, 78 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | External AC adapter |
| Power Consumption | 2.75 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth (aptX Adaptive), RCA, USB |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | U.S. One-Year Limited End-User Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Drive type | Direct drive, DC servo motor |
| BuiltIn Media | Dual RCA output cable, USB cable, AT-HS6 headshell, dust cover |
| Cartridge | AT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet |
| Platter | Die-cast aluminum with felt mat |
| Pitch control | +/-10% with quartz lock |
| Preamp | Built-in, switchable phono or line |
| Stylus | 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical, VM95 Series replacements compatible |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Audio-Technica AT-LP120XBT-USB automatic?
No. It is fully manual: you place and lift the tonearm yourself, using the hydraulically damped lift control.
Can I record vinyl to my computer with the AT-LP120XBT-USB?
Yes. Connect with the included USB cable and use recording software such as the free Audacity for Mac or PC.
Does the AT-LP120XBT-USB need a separate phono preamp?
No. A built-in switchable phono preamp gives line-level output for powered speakers or a stereo without a phono input.
Can I upgrade the stylus on this turntable?
Yes. The AT-VM95E cartridge accepts any VM95 Series replacement stylus.
Does it work with Bluetooth headphones?
Yes. It pairs with Bluetooth speakers and headphones, including those that support aptX Adaptive.