Audio-Technica Fully Manual Belt-Drive Turntable

Audio-Technica AT-LP7X Belt-Drive Turntable

Product Description:

The Audio-Technica AT-LP7X is a fully manual belt-drive turntable that blends analog excellence with modern versatility and refined style. Designed for serious vinyl enthusiasts and audiophiles seeking precision playback with room to grow, it delivers a listening experience that's as clean and detailed as its elegant matte-black appearance.

At the foundation is a heavy 40mm MDF (medium density fiberboard) plinth that minimizes low-frequency resonance and acoustical feedback. The 20mm high-density acrylic platter sits atop a stainless steel spindle with a thermal-plastic sheet-type bearing, providing high rotational inertia for consistent speed and vibration dampening that lets the brilliance of your records shine through — no platter mat required.

The 9.7-inch J-shaped aluminum tonearm, inspired by classic Audio-Technica designs of the 1960s and '70s, features a dual-axis gimbal with precision ball bearings for exceptionally smooth, accurate tracking. It comes equipped with the AT-LT10 headshell and AT-VM95E BK (black) cartridge with a 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus, delivering excellent channel separation and low distortion. The tonearm's VTA (vertical tracking angle) is fully adjustable, and the included 16g subcounterweight supports cartridge/headshell combinations up to 23.5g — or up to 28.5g with the optional 32g subcounterweight (sold separately).

The turntable's DC servo motor is monitored by an optical speed-sensor system for continuously accurate rotation at 33-1/3 or 45 RPM. The motor is mounted on vibration-dampening rubber bushings to decouple it from the plinth, and an external switching power supply isolates AC-to-DC conversion to eliminate electrical interference. Spring-based, height-adjustable isolation feet provide further protection against external vibration.

A built-in switchable phono pre-amplifier supports both MM (moving magnet) and MC (moving coil) cartridges, giving you the flexibility to connect directly to powered speakers, integrated amplifiers, or dedicated phono stages. The AT-LP7X includes a detachable RCA output cable, 45 RPM adapter, and a removable hinged dust cover.

Product Features:

• Fully Manual Belt-Drive Operation – Two speeds: 33-1/3 and 45 RPM for LP and single playback
• Heavy 40mm MDF Cabinet – Dense construction minimizes resonance and vibration for cleaner sound
• 20mm High-Density Acrylic Platter – Dampens vibrations for quiet, detailed playback (no mat needed)
• J-Shaped Aluminum Tonearm – 9.7″ arm with dual-axis gimbal and precision ball bearings for superior tracking
• AT-VM95E BK Cartridge Included – Pre-mounted on AT-LT10 headshell with 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus
• Adjustable VTA – Fine-tune vertical tracking angle for optimal cartridge performance
• Built-In Switchable Phono Pre-Amp (MM/MC) – Connect to any system with or without a dedicated phono input
• Optical Speed-Sensor Motor System – Maintains continuously accurate platter rotation speed
• External DC Power Supply – Isolates AC-to-DC conversion to prevent electrical interference
• Spring-Based Height-Adjustable Isolation Feet – Excellent protection against external vibration and noise

Product Specifications: 

SpecificationDetailBrandAudio-TechnicaModelAT-LP7XTypeFully Manual Belt-Drive TurntableColorMatte BlackMotorDC Servo with Optical Speed SensorDrive SystemBelt-DriveSpeeds33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPMPlatter20mm High-Density AcrylicPlinth40mm MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard)TonearmJ-Shaped Aluminum, 9.7″, Dual-Axis GimbalCartridgeAT-VM95E BK (0.3 x 0.7 mil Elliptical Stylus)HeadshellAT-LT10 (removable)VTA AdjustmentYesCartridge/Headshell Weight Range          Up to 23.5g (28.5g with optional 32g subcounterweight)Built-In Phono Pre-AmpYes (switchable MM/MC)Pre-Amp GainMM: 36 dB / MC: 56 dB (RIAA Equalized)Phono Output4.0 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)Line Output252 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)Wow & Flutter<0.1% (WTD, JIS)Signal-to-Noise Ratio>60 dBPower SupplyExternal 12V DC Switching AdapterPower Consumption5.5WOutput CableDetachable RCA (dual RCA + ground, ~4.3′)Product Dimensions18″ W × 14″ D × 6.2″ HWeight~17 lbs (7.6 kg)Use CaseHi-fi listening, vinyl playback, cartridge experimentation