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📌LAB POINTS
mid-range hi-fi turntable with direct drive motor (belt-less, high-torque, low maintenance)
quality AT-VM95E cartridge (an upgrade from the original LP5 model's AT95EX) pre-mounted on HS6 headshell
manual operation, 33 / 45 / 78 RPM speeds
built-in switchable phono preamp, plug+play into any AUX input
USB output for connecting to your computer / recording
tonearm features adjustable counterweight + anti-skate control
removable RCA, ground + power cord
removable hinged dust cover included
"The AT-LP5X is an excellent choice for users who want to HiFi performance at a mid-range price. With its solid mass (16 lbs.), fully-adjustable J-shaped tonearm, quality cartridge, and vibration-dampening construction, the AT-LP5X is a solid step up from entry-level turntables. With its clean design, upgradeable cartridge, and switchable preamp, this turntable has lasting power. Recommended." - TTL
🔑 KEY FEATURES
motor type: direct-drive
operation type: fully manual
phono preamp: yes
speeds: 33 RPM, 45 RPM, 78 RPM
tonearm shape: J-shaped
counterweight setting: yes
anti-skate setting: yes
anti-skate setting: yes
VTA / height adjustment: n/a
detachable headshell: yes
body material: metal
platter material: aluminum
wired inputs: n/a
wireless inputs: n/a
outputs: RCA phono, RCA line
removable RCA: yes
dust cover: yes
dimensions: 17.7" (w) x 6.1" (h) x 13.8" (d) / 450 x 352 x 157mm
weight: 16.1 lb / 7.3 kg
📦 COMES WITH
rubber record mat
dust cover
RCA cable
USB Type-B to Type-A cable
Condition is unknown, so the first thing that jumps out is price: at US$599, this is well above the recent used median of US$244 and even past the 75th percentile of US$373, so it reads as ambitious rather than fair. For a clean example with accessories, that’s still a lot to pay versus the normal used market.
That said, the LP5X is a solid, well-liked fully manual direct-drive deck with USB, a decent phono stage, and enough flexibility for moving-magnet and even moving-coil setups, so it has real appeal for a vinyl system or a digitizing rig. The upside here is convenience and a genuinely competent platform, but at this price I’d want confirmation of near-mint condition, a complete original kit, and a fresh stylus before considering it.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Founded in 1962 in Tokyo's Shinjuku district by Hideo Matsushita, Audio-Technica began as a phonograph cartridge specialist, launching the innovative AT-1 moving-magnet model with a diamond-tipped cantilever that revolutionized affordable high-fidelity playback. Starting with just three employees in a rented house and one million yen in capital, the company quickly expanded, supplying cartridges to Japanese audio manufacturers and relocating as demand surged. This heritage of precision engineering and democratic access to superior sound defines its enduring Japanese craftsmanship.
Audio-Technica has broadened far beyond cartridges into a comprehensive lineup of hi-fi essentials, excelling in headphones, professional microphones, turntables, and phonographic styli. While not heavily focused on amplifiers, speakers, or DACs, it produces elite receivers, wireless systems, and cables, alongside OEM transducers and sensors for pro audio. Its turntables and headphones span entry-level to audiophile grades, with Bluetooth and noise-cancelling models bridging consumer and studio needs.
Renowned for delivering exceptional value through durable, innovative design, Audio-Technica occupies a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, prized by enthusiasts for reliability without extravagant pricing. It garners consistent awards for performance and builds trust via Olympic-grade microphones and global subsidiaries, appealing to discerning buyers seeking proven engineering over boutique exclusivity.
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