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title: "Audio-Technica AT-LP5X Fully Manual Direct-Drive Turntable"
brand: "audio-technica"
price: "B/.2036"
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category: "Audio Technica"
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# Direct-drive low-noise motor AT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet cartridge 3-speed manual control (33-1/3, 45, 78 RPM) Audio-Technica AT-LP5X Fully Manual Direct-Drive Turntable

**Brand:** audio-technica
**Price:** B/.2036
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Spin your story with precision and style — because your vinyl deserves the best.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Audio-Technica AT-LP5X Fully Manual Direct-Drive Turntable by audio-technica
- **How much does it cost?** B/.2036 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/392905459-audio-technica-at-lp5x-fully-manual-direct-drive-turntable)

## Best For

- audio-technica enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted audio-technica brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rock-Solid Stability:** Heavy-mass metal chassis and anti-vibration damping materials eliminate feedback for crystal-clear playback.
- • **Plug & Play Versatility:** Built-in switchable MM/MC preamp and USB output connect effortlessly to modern setups and digital archiving.
- • **Precision Analog Revival:** Experience vintage-inspired J-shaped tonearm engineered to minimize tracking errors for flawless sound.
- • **Audiophile-Grade Craftsmanship:** Die-cast aluminum platter and lightweight headshell deliver premium performance with iconic Audio-Technica heritage.
- • **Ultimate Control, Timeless Style:** Fully manual operation with three speeds lets you curate your vinyl experience like a true audiophile.

## Overview

The Audio-Technica AT-LP5X is a fully manual, direct-drive turntable blending classic 1960s design with modern engineering. Featuring a low-noise motor, three-speed control (33-1/3, 45, 78 RPM), and the high-performance AT-VM95E cartridge, it offers audiophile-grade sound with minimal tracking errors. Its heavy-mass chassis and anti-vibration materials ensure stable, feedback-free playback. Equipped with a built-in MM/MC preamp and USB output, it seamlessly integrates with both vintage and digital audio systems, making it the definitive sub-$500 benchmark for vinyl enthusiasts seeking timeless style and cutting-edge functionality.

## Description

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. The 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. Constructed 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. The 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 that have no dedicated turntable input. The selection of MM/MC cartridges allow for an easy upgrade to a moving coil with additional equipment. The turntable is also equipped with a USB output for direct connection to a computer.

Review: ✨Un giradischi magnifico✨ ad un prezzo simpatico. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 - Costruito in modo intelligente con funzioni utilissime ▫️mm-mc▫️ Estetica sobria e bellissima ! Rapporto prestazioni prezzo molto, molto, molto elevato . Felicissimo io.
Review: Sub $500 Benchmark Turntable - From a HiFi guy who grew up with Technics and Dual turntables, this is a solid, new age performer. Unfortunately Dual and similar old school turntables have gone way of the dinosaur. Dual is dead. Audio Technica has been around along time and who better to make a turntable that carries their long time, industry standard cartridges than them? Since the precision mechanical gears, springs and floating chassis's that require craftsmanship have become ancient relics, one must move on to accept a paradigm change. The AT-LP5X is impressive in its own right. I'm a guy who measures most electronics in weight and this turntable is heavy & solid at about 20lbs. I was blown away by the rubber mat. I have never in all my days, seen this thick of a turntable mat! Let's talk about the double gimbal tonearm. I read many recent of turntable reviews. Hardly any talk about the precision makeup of the tonearm. This assembly with the hydraulic cue is precise and crafted well. The motor is quiet. Again, Old School Guy liking belt drive, but this direct drive offer no noise interferences at all.The AT-VM95E cartridge is great. I read many folks put it down and boast about putting more expensive cartridges on. No need. The cartridge performs excellent at all levels. OK, I have a better, new cartridge in the cabinet, but I'm in no hurry to replace the supplied one. The dust cove and hinges are exceptional. It comes extremely well packaged and assembly is simplistic. Take it from an old school guy who grew up in the mid 70's days of HiFi gold, this is the benchmark in sub $500 turntables! It's solid and won't budge a bit when opening a closing the dustcover.

## Features

- Direct-drive, low noise motor
- Fully manual operation with three speeds: 33-1/3, 45 and 78 RPM
- AT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet stereo cartridge (black) with replaceable stylus
- Lightweight AT-HS6 headshell
- J-shaped tonearm, modeled after original Audio-Technica designs from the 1960s and ’70s, is engineered to minimize tracking errors

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07V2K9LLZ |
| Additional Features | Volume Control, wireless |
| Best Sellers Rank | #128,169 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #638 in Home Audio Turntables |
| Brand | Audio-Technica |
| Built-In Media | Dual RCA (male) to dual RCA (male) stereo cable, 45 RPM adapter, USB cable, dust cover and mounting hardware |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Speaker |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Wired |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 76 Reviews |
| Cycles | DC Motor |
| Enclosure Material | Metal Aluminum |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00042005209613, 04961310151522 |
| Included components | Dual RCA (male) to dual RCA (male) stereo cable, 45 RPM adapter, USB cable, dust cover and mounting hardware Included components Dual RCA (male) to dual RCA (male) stereo cable, 45 RPM adapter, USB cable, dust cover and mounting hardware See more |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 53.3L x 45.7W x 25.4H centimeters |
| Item Type Name | AT-LP5X Fully Manual Direct-Drive Turntable |
| Item Weight | 9.12 kg |
| Item height | 25.4 centimeters |
| Item weight | 9.12 kg |
| Manufacturer | audio-technica |
| Material | Metal Aluminum |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 45 RPM |
| Maximum rotational speed | 45 RPM |
| Model Name | AT-LP5X |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Signal Format | Analog |
| Special features | Volume Control, wireless |
| Style Name | Modern |
| UPC | 042005209613 |
| Voltage | 110 Volts, 220 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Audio-Technica
- **Maximum rotational speed:** 45 RPM
- **Included components:** Dual RCA (male) to dual RCA (male) stereo cable, 45 RPM adapter, USB cable, dust cover and mounting hardware
- **Special features:** Volume Control, wireless
- **Material:** Metal Aluminum

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the difference, if any, between an at-lp5x direct-drive turntable & an at-lp5x fully manual direct-drive turntable?**
A: No difference in this case. They are the same. The Audio-Technica AT-LP5X only comes in manual direct drive. Direct drive turns the platter versus belt driven platter. And is only manual operation, which means you have to start it by using the control knob to set the platter rotation speed (33/45/78). You move the tonearm into place and you have to return the tonearm after the record is finished. A fully automatic turntable will move the tonearm into place, and at end of record, auto-lift it and return it back to the tonearm rest by itself without your intervention.

**Q: Is this unit wireless?**
A: No, this unit (AT-LP5x) does not have any built-in wireless/Bluetooth options. You could buy a Bluetooth adapter and connect it to back of this unit as this unit has a built-in phono stage.

**Q: Are the feet height adjustable?**
A: Thanks for your question. Yes, to adjust the level of the turntable.
World Wide Stereo – since 1979 – and a proud authorized Audio-Technica dealer.

**Q: Is this plinth plastic or metal ?**
A: Don't know what it's made of,  but construction feels solid.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ✨Un giradischi magnifico✨ ad un prezzo simpatico. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
*by R***E on 9 December 2024*

Costruito in modo intelligente con funzioni utilissime ▫️mm-mc▫️ Estetica sobria e bellissima ! Rapporto prestazioni prezzo molto, molto, molto elevato . Felicissimo io.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sub $500 Benchmark Turntable
*by S***R on 23 September 2024*

From a HiFi guy who grew up with Technics and Dual turntables, this is a solid, new age performer. Unfortunately Dual and similar old school turntables have gone way of the dinosaur. Dual is dead. Audio Technica has been around along time and who better to make a turntable that carries their long time, industry standard cartridges than them? Since the precision mechanical gears, springs and floating chassis's that require craftsmanship have become ancient relics, one must move on to accept a paradigm change. The AT-LP5X is impressive in its own right. I'm a guy who measures most electronics in weight and this turntable is heavy & solid at about 20lbs. I was blown away by the rubber mat. I have never in all my days, seen this thick of a turntable mat! Let's talk about the double gimbal tonearm. I read many recent of turntable reviews. Hardly any talk about the precision makeup of the tonearm. This assembly with the hydraulic cue is precise and crafted well. The motor is quiet. Again, Old School Guy liking belt drive, but this direct drive offer no noise interferences at all.The AT-VM95E cartridge is great. I read many folks put it down and boast about putting more expensive cartridges on. No need. The cartridge performs excellent at all levels. OK, I have a better, new cartridge in the cabinet, but I'm in no hurry to replace the supplied one. The dust cove and hinges are exceptional. It comes extremely well packaged and assembly is simplistic. Take it from an old school guy who grew up in the mid 70's days of HiFi gold, this is the benchmark in sub $500 turntables! It's solid and won't budge a bit when opening a closing the dustcover.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excelente tornamesa, problemas con aguja
*by C***R on 24 April 2025*

Excelente Tornamesa suena calido y natural, claro que tambien depende del tipo de amplificador y bocinas que tengas, muy poco siseo (en mi caso es un yamaha AS501 y unas kef Q150). El tornamesa es totalmente manual entonces tienes que hacer todo para que funcione. Para su instalación es conveniente comprar el kit de hudson para verificar la posicion de la aguja, la altura del brazo y el peso. No es que sea ultra necesario pero si altamente recomendable. El único tema que tengo es la aguja, de repente sobre carga la potencia a la bocina izquierda a volumen medio-alto , es decir se pierde la imagen estereo; he buscado en youtube videos y al parecer es un problema de alineación, limpieza y tipo de amplificador (el que yo tengo recomienda agujas MM Y está es de ese tipo!!!) En fin, lo realice y tuvo una mejora pero todavía se ve más carga al la bocina izquierda, temgo que usar más y encontrar la solución o de plano comprar otra aguja, que es lo que recomiendan en youtube. En general considero que si necesitas experiencia/ animo de aprender para echarlo a volar y sobre todo disfrutarlo , porque el somido es excelente, yo lo comparo con un streamer (eversolo A6) y el sonido es muy calido y definido, los archivos flac que supuestamente usa tidal no le llegan al sonido de la tornamesa. Solo por la aguja le doy 4 estrellas

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