Audio Technica AT-LP3

AT-LP3 Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Stereo Turntable

• Type: Fully Automatic, Belt-Drive
• Motor: DC motor
• Speeds: 33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM
• Turntable Platter: Die-cast aluminium
• Wow and Flutter: Less than 0.2% WRMS (33 1/3 RPM) at3kHz

Advanced Fully-Automatic Belt-Drive Turntable

A revolution in automation, the LP3 blends outstanding analogue sound with advanced features unique to a fully-automatic belt-drive turntable. Play 33⅓ & 45 RPM records with a pre-mounted AT91R Dual Moving Magnet phono cartridge whilst the tonearm’s removable universal headshell and switchable cartridge mode allows listeners to experiment with moving magnet and moving coil cartridges. Complete with a built-in phono pre-amplifier, the LP3 represents the next level for vinyl lovers

• Fully automatic belt-drive turntable operation with two speeds: 33-1/3, 45 RPM
• Balanced straight tonearm with hydraulically damped lift control and lockable rest
• Built-in switchable phono/line pre-amplifier with attached dual RCA output cable
• Switchable modes for moving magnet and moving coil cartridges
• AT91R Dual Moving Magnet™ phono cartridge and AT-HS3 universal headshell
• Anti-resonance, die-cast aluminium platter with 4.5 mm thick rubber mat
• Damped base construction for reduced low-frequency feedback colouration

 

Mm / Mc Cartridge Selector Switch

Switchable MM/MC mode allows the listener to use both Moving Magnet and Moving Coil cartridges on their LP3, allowing for greater sonic customisation – a unique feature not found on most turntables with a built-in phono preamplifier.

AT91R Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge

Specially designed for the LP3, the AT91R Dual Moving Magnet™ phono cartridge incorporates an aluminium cantilever for higher-rigidity and improved pick-up of subtle details.

Universal Headshell

Removable universal AT-HS3 headshell allows users to upgrade their cartridge to further enhance their sound. Suitable for 1/2″ mount cartridges and 4-pin turntable arms.

Balanced Tonearm

Incorporating a hydraulically damped lift control and lockable rest, the LP3’s straight balanced tonearm includes a radial ball bearing for horizontal movement and pivot bearings vertical movement.

4.5mm Platter Mat

Reducing unwanted vibration and for stable play, the LP3 includes a 4.5mm thick rubber platter mat.