Turntables — Audio-Technica AT-LP60X

The AT-LP60X is an accessible automatic belt-drive turntable from Audio-Technica, offering two speeds and a durable aluminium-alloy chassis. The AT-LP60X brings Audio-Technica's considered engineering to a straightforward, entry-level analogue playback format.

Key specs that matter

Two speeds are supported - 33-1/3 and 45rpm - via belt drive with a DC motor, operating fully automatically. A pre-installed tonearm and cartridge come factory-fitted. The platter is aluminium construction. Signal-to-noise exceeds 50dB. At 359.5 x 97.5 x 373.3mm and 2.6kg, the AT-LP60X maintains a compact, lightweight entry-level turntable chassis finished in white.

Sound and use context

Expect a dependable, fuss-free entry-level performance reflecting the fully automatic operation and pre-installed cartridge, positioned as a straightforward starting point for new vinyl listeners.

Pairing

The pre-installed cartridge comes factory-matched, and the AT-LP60X connects straightforwardly to an amplifier with a built-in phono stage or an external phono preamplifier.

Alternatives

Audio-Technica's own AT-LP60XBT offers a Bluetooth-equipped alternative within the same broader accessible turntable catalogue.