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Audio Technica AT-LP-120-USB Turntable I bought this second example of the AT-LP-120 because I loved the first one! It came new, unassembled, but no box. Assembling it was easy (I was, after all, a former hifi retail person) and it has sat with so little use that I decided to sell it again. The original cartridge has had no use as I have a suite of cartridges in headshells and used others. Performance is very good indeed, will really only be limited by your stereo equipment setup, the quality of your records, and in smaller part your room. Once you get to this level the biggest variable is th
The Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB is a beloved entry into direct-drive turntables, renowned for its robust build and DJ-friendly pitch control. At A$395, this listing is ambitious but not unreasonable, sitting just below the 75th percentile of A$376 for recent AUD comps, though it exceeds the median of A$303 significantly. While not a bargain compared to the 25th percentile of A$223, the price aligns with the upper tier of the current used market for units in very good condition.
This turntable remains a worthy buy for its high-torque motor, reliable automatic functions, and USB digitization capabilities that older models lack. The "very good" condition suggests minimal wear, offering a solid alternative to the newer AT-LP120X if you prefer the original aesthetic and don't strictly need its upgraded VM95 cartridge. Provided the belt and platter are intact, this represents a legitimate opportunity to grab a classic direct-drive unit without paying new-retail premiums for the updated version.
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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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