Converting analog audio to digital was then as simple as selecting the turntable as our input device. There are better specialist scratch turntables on the market if you’re a turntablist, but the 120X is designed more for hi-fi listening and conventional mixing. The added mass has not affected platter speed, but am not sure about any long term impact on motor life.

The AT-LP120XUSB features a new DC servo direct-drive motor, along with adjustable dynamic anti-skate control and selectable phono preamplifier. Unlike much of its competitors in the premium turntable space (which are often built from polished aluminum and high quality wood), the Audio-Technica AT-LP120XUSB-BK is made primarily from plastic, including the knobs and dials. span>

Sleek yet robust
With its low profile design, the LP120XUSB black is much sleeker than other semi-pro turntables.If your goods develop a fault within the warranty period, we'll quickly repair or replace the item for you.

At the lead-in grooves it now has a tendency to move gently inwards , and the tendency to fly outwards when dropped between lead-out grooves is much reduced. At the centre, it was doing so with enough energy to skip over the first groove it hit maybe 1 out of 4 times. The phono switch on the back of the AT-LP120XUSB will need to be set to the ‘Line’ position to make use of the built in Phono pre-amp stage when making a direct connection to the Sonos Five. Yes, if you want the best possible sound quality there are slightly better (and more expensive) options available, but the AT-LP120XUSB gets 95% of the way there at a lower cost and with a higher convenience factor.You should get an instant answer on whether your application has been successful, though in some rare cases Klarna or V12 may need to look at the application in more detail. This update of the AT-LP120-USB turntable features a new DC servo direct-drive motor, along with adjustable dynamic anti-skate control and selectable phono preamplifier. The good news is you don't need to follow any additional steps to activate your extended 6-year warranty. A quality direct drive turntable with an old school look but modern features including usb connectivity.