Turntables — Audio-Technica AT-LP60XBT-GD

The AT-LP60XBT-GD is a belt-drive turntable from Audio-Technica, sharing the Bluetooth connectivity and aluminium platter of the AT-LP60XBT in a distinctive gold cosmetic treatment. The AT-LP60XBT-GD brings Audio-Technica's accessible engineering to this specific styling variant.

Key specs that matter

Two speeds are supported - 33 and 45rpm - via belt drive using a DC motor. The aluminium platter is chosen for favourable dimensional stability. Wow and flutter is held to under 0.25% - a solid figure for an accessible turntable. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 50dB. At 359.5 x 97.5 x 373.3mm and 2.6kg, the AT-LP60XBT-GD shares dimensions and weight with the standard AT-LP60XBT.

Sound and use context

Expect smooth, well-controlled rotation reflecting the solid sub-0.25% wow-and-flutter figure, combined with the genuine convenience of Bluetooth wireless streaming alongside conventional wired output, delivered here in a distinctive gold cosmetic treatment.

Pairing

The Bluetooth connectivity lets the AT-LP60XBT-GD stream wirelessly to compatible speakers or headphones without any additional cabling, while the wired output serves a conventional phono-equipped amplifier.

Alternatives

Audio-Technica's own standard AT-LP60XBT offers identical core engineering without this specific gold cosmetic treatment's premium, worth considering instead for buyers wanting the standard finish.