Audio Technica AT-LP8X Semi-Automatic Direct-Drive Turntable

Audio Technica AT-LP8X Semi-Automatic Direct-Drive Turntable

Audio-Technica introduces the semi-automatic AT-LP8X, expanding its line of direct-drive turntables with a newly designed tonearm lift that automatically raises the tonearm and stops the motor at the end of a record side.

The J-shaped aluminum tonearm, inspired by classic A-T models from the 1960s and '70s, features a new AT-LT10 headshell and AT-VM95E BK cartridge with a 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus, delivering excellent channel separation and low distortion for superior tonal quality. The stylus is interchangeable with any of the five additional styli in the VM95 line, while VTA adjustment and a subcounterweight make the tonearm compatible with a wide range of cartridges.

The AT-LP8X supports 33-1/3, 45, and 78 RPM playback. Its 25 mm rubber-damped, anti-resonance die-cast aluminum platter includes a 2.5 mm rubber mat and is driven by a sensor-monitored motor for accurate platter rotation. The motor and efficient internal switching power supply are housed in a 16 mm MDF box plinth with height-adjustable feet, providing excellent protection against noise and vibration.

Accessories include a detachable RCA output cable (dual RCA male to dual RCA male with ground), 45 RPM adapter, and a removable hinged dust cover.

Features : 

• Semi-automatic direct-drive turntable with three speeds: 33-1/3, 45, 78 RPM
• Motor features a speed-sensor system to maintain accurate platter rotation speed
• Newly designed low-torque, direct-drive DC servo motor improves wow and flutter performance
• 25 mm rubber-damped, anti-resonance die-cast aluminum platter with 2.5 mm rubber mat
• J-shaped tonearm with adjustable VTA (vertical tracking angle)
• Newly designed tonearm lift automatically raises the tonearm at the end of a record side and stops the motor
• AT-VM95E BK (black) cartridge (0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus) is compatible with any VM95 Series replacement stylus, offering a wide choice of options for every budget and application
• Newly designed lightweight AT-LT10 headshell
• Included subcounterweight provides an expanded cartridge/headshell weight range of 14.0 g – 23.5 g
• Newly designed internal switching power supply, optimized for audio performance
• MDF (medium density fiberboard) cabinet construction
• Phono-level output provides pure, direct transmission of the cartridge’s signal
• Includes detachable RCA output cable (dual RCA male to dual RCA male with ground), 45 RPM adapter, and removable hinged dust cover                       
  

*A dedicated SP cartridge or the replacement AT-VMN95SP stylus is required to play 78 RPM records

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