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Type 3-speed, fully manual operationMotor High-torque DC motorDrive Method Direct driveSpeeds 33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM, 78 RPMTurntable PlatterDie-cast aluminumStarting Torque>2.2 kgf.cm Wow and Flutter <0.2% (WTD) @ 3 kHz (JIS)Signal-to-Noise Ratio >50 dBOutput Level 5.5 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec Power Supply Requirements115/230V AC, 60/50 HzDimensions 452.0 mm (17.80") W x 352.0 mm (13.86") D x 158.6 mm (6.24") HWeight 10.0 kg (22 lbs.), without dust coverAccessories Included AT-XP3 phono cartridge; AT-HS6 headshell; dual RCA (male) to dual RCA (male) cable with ground wire; counterweight; felt mat; dust cover; 45 RPM adapterPitch Variation +/-8% or +/-16% or +/-24%NotesTonearm type: Balanced S-shaped tonearm with detachable headshell Effective arm length: 230.5 mm Overhang: 16 mm Tracking error angle: Less than 3 degrees Applicable cartridge weight: 3.5-8.5 g Anti-skating range: 0-4 g Replacement Stylus: ATN-XP3
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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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