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product_id: 115534423
title: "AT-LP120XUSB-BK Direct-Drive Turntable (Analog & USB), Fully Manual, Hi-Fi, 3 Speed, Convert Vinyl to Digital, Anti-Skate and Variable Pitch Control, Black"
brand: "audio-technica"
price: "€ 591.22"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Audio Technica"
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/115534423-at-lp120xusb-bk-direct-drive-turntable-analog-and-usb-fully
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region: Ireland
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# Hi-Fi analog & USB audio 33/45/78 RPM selectable speeds Direct-drive DC servo motor AT-LP120XUSB-BK Direct-Drive Turntable (Analog & USB), Fully Manual, Hi-Fi, 3 Speed, Convert Vinyl to Digital, Anti-Skate and Variable Pitch Control, Black

**Brand:** audio-technica
**Price:** € 591.22
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your vinyl vibe — where classic meets cutting-edge sound!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** AT-LP120XUSB-BK Direct-Drive Turntable (Analog & USB), Fully Manual, Hi-Fi, 3 Speed, Convert Vinyl to Digital, Anti-Skate and Variable Pitch Control, Black by audio-technica
- **How much does it cost?** € 591.22 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/115534423-at-lp120xusb-bk-direct-drive-turntable-analog-and-usb-fully)

## Best For

- audio-technica enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted audio-technica brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Versatile Connectivity:** Built-in switchable phono preamp and detachable RCA cables let you plug into any stereo system or computer effortlessly.
- • **Professional-Grade Build:** Crafted with a die-cast aluminum platter, balanced S-shaped tonearm, and hydraulically damped lift for smooth, anti-resonance performance.
- • **Vinyl to Digital Mastery:** Seamlessly convert your cherished vinyl collection into crisp digital files with included USB connectivity and free Audacity software compatibility.
- • **Timeless Manual Operation:** Fully manual control with selectable 33/45/78 RPM speeds puts you in command of your listening experience, perfect for audiophiles and collectors alike.
- • **Precision Playback Control:** Enjoy flawless sound with adjustable dynamic anti-skate, variable pitch control, and quartz speed lock ensuring every note is pitch-perfect.

## Overview

The Audio-Technica AT-LP120XUSB-BK is a professional-grade, fully manual direct-drive turntable featuring a high-precision DC servo motor with selectable 33/45/78 RPM speeds. It offers advanced playback controls including adjustable anti-skate and variable pitch, plus a built-in switchable phono preamp for versatile connectivity. With USB output and included software compatibility, it effortlessly converts vinyl to digital, making it the ultimate choice for audiophiles seeking pristine sound and modern convenience.

## Description

This update of the at-lp120-usb turntable features a new DC servo direct-drive motor along with adjustable dynamic anti-skate control and selectable phono preamplifier The fully manual turntable plays 33-1/3 45 and 78 RPM records and is equipped with a USB output that allows direct connection to your computer Just download the free Mac- and PC-compatible Audacity recording software (or software of your choice) and start converting your records to digital audio files But in addition to the USB output The turntable also comes with a detachable dual RCA output cable and is equipped with a built-in selectable phono preamp so you can connect directly to your home stereo whether it has a dedicated phono input or not The turntable features an S-shaped tonearm with adjustable tracking force and an at-hs6 universal ½"-mount head shell with an at-vm95e dual Magnet phono cartridge Audio-technical has been a leader in phono cartridge design for more than 50 years and that expertise shows In the versatile high-performance at-vm95e cartridge which comes with a 0 3 x 0 7 mil elliptical stylus but is also compatible with any VM95 Series Replacement stylus offering a wide choice of options for every budget and application Additional features include a die-cast aluminum platter with felt mat a start/stop button selectable high-accuracy quartz-controlled pitch lock and pitch change slider control with +/-8% or +/-16% adjustment ranges a stroboscopic platter with speed indicator a removable plug-type stylus target light external power supply and a removable hinged dust cover Available in black (AT-LP120XUSB-BK) and silver (at-lp120xusb-sv). Power Supply Requirements- 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 1.5A Maximum and Power Consumption- 2.75 Watts.

Review: My new Audio-Technica Turntable is a true blessing! - I have a big collection of classic 1970's and 1980's Contemporary Christian music LP records. Listening to those amazing songs over the decades, they became a part of me, expressing my heart's desire of holiness in Christ and my soul's longing to be pleasing to Him in all that I do in life. They express my joy and my pain, my hope and my confidence in the Lord Jesus. The music refreshes and encourages me, helping me refocus my life on the true priorities. The genres include rock, country, pop, rhythm-&-blues, jazz, classical, and even disco -- all by Christian artists performing their music to the glory of God. Up until recently (early 2025), in order to play my LP's, I relied on the turntable of my Victrola entertainment console that I bought about 3 years ago for less than $200. The sound it produced from the built-in speakers was passable, but I was happy to at least have a record player to hear my music again. After a couple of years the turntable began to malfunction, and since late 2024 I've not been able to play my records, which was a huge frustration to me. So you can understand why I decided to search online for a replacement, an upgrade to a dedicated turntable that I could connect to a reliable amplifier with speakers I already had but didn't really use. After reading up about several alternatives, I decided that the best turntable to suit my needs and aesthetic taste was this Audio-Technica Direct-Drive USB Turntable, model number AT-LP120XUSB-BZ. desertcart's $429 price strikes me as completely reasonable, considering the excellent quality of this turntable and of the sounds it produces. After listening to several albums on the Audio Technica turntable, I've been spoiled by the amazingly clear, crisp, and dynamic sounds the turntable produces from my records. Even a couple of LPs that, for some inexplicable reason, used to skip a lot on the first 2 or 3 tracks on each side when played on the Victrola, now play without any skipping! Right now, as I type this, I'm playing one of those formerly-skipping albums, and it hasn't skipped once! I'm anticipating it will be the same with the handful other albums that used to skip on the Victrola's turntable. Purchasing this Audio-Technica turntable was a fabulous investment indeed. The blessing it's already been to my soul has been well worth the cost. - CZG
Review: Quality does cost more but so satisfying, The LP120 is a winnwer ! - The set up was easy , everything was packaged correctly, desertcart still amazes me on their quick delivery, I sent back the LP70 as it had major problem skipping even on new fresh vinyl, and had no anti Skate or tone arm weight to adjust. The LP120 has allof the adjustments needed, and just feels like a quality turntable should. I have no skipping just beautiful sound, I would highly reccomend to anyone that they pay a little more and get the LP120, it is quality and so much better than the LP70, By the way desertcart did take the LP70 back after my 30 days was up, desertcart you are awesome

## Features

- Experience the high-fidelity audio of vinyl
- Direct-drive DC servo motor with selectable 33/45/78 RPM speeds
- Fully manual operation featuring adjustable dynamic anti-skate control variable pitch control with quartz speed lock and balanced S-shaped tonearm with hydraulically damped lift control and lockable rest
- Convert your vinyl records to digital audio files by downloading and using the free Mac- and PC-compatible Audacity recording software (or software of your choice)
- Includes USB cable detachable RCA output cable (dual RCA male to dual RCA male) AC adapter 45 RPM adapter counterweight felt mat and removable hinged dust cover

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07N3S4X3P |
| Additional Features | Adjustable dynamic anti-skate control, Balanced S-shaped tonearm with hydraulically damped lift control and lockable re, Built-in switchable phono pre-amplifier for phono- or line-level output, Fully manual operation; Selectable 33/45/78 RPM speeds, Professional-grade anti-resonance, die-cast aluminum platter with felt mat |
| Best Sellers Rank | #26 in Audio & Video Turntables |
| Brand | Audio-Technica |
| Built-In Media | Turntable, USB cable, detachable RCA output cable (dual RCA male to dual RCA male), AC adapter, 45 RPM adapter, counterweight, felt mat, and removable hinged dust cover |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer, Speaker |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 8,785 Reviews |
| Cycles | DC Motor |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminum |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04961310148751 |
| Included Components | Turntable, USB cable, detachable RCA output cable (dual RCA male to dual RCA male), AC adapter, 45 RPM adapter, counterweight, felt mat, and removable hinged dust cover Included Components Turntable, USB cable, detachable RCA output cable (dual RCA male to dual RCA male), AC adapter, 45 RPM adapter, counterweight, felt mat, and removable hinged dust cover See more |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 17.8"L x 13.86"W x 5.57"H |
| Item Type Name | Direct-Drive Turntable (Analog & USB), Fully Manual, Hi-Fi, 3 Speed, Convert Vinyl to Digital, Anti-Skate and Variable Pitch Control |
| Item Weight | 9140 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Audio-Technica |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 78 RPM |
| Model Name | AT-LP120XUSB-BK |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Signal Format | Analog |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 100 dB |
| Special Feature | Adjustable dynamic anti-skate control, Balanced S-shaped tonearm with hydraulically damped lift control and lockable re, Built-in switchable phono pre-amplifier for phono- or line-level output, Fully manual operation; Selectable 33/45/78 RPM speeds, Professional-grade anti-resonance, die-cast aluminum platter with felt mat Special Feature Adjustable dynamic anti-skate control, Balanced S-shaped tonearm with hydraulically damped lift control and lockable re, Built-in switchable phono pre-amplifier for phono- or line-level output, Fully manual operation; Selectable 33/45/78 RPM speeds, Professional-grade anti-resonance, die-cast aluminum platter with felt mat See more |
| Style Name | Wired |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Voltage | 110 Volts, 220 Volts |
| Warranty Description | 7 Year Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Audio-Technica
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Personal Computer, Speaker
- **Item Weight:** 9140 Grams
- **Material:** Aluminum
- **Maximum Rotational Speed:** 78 RPM
- **Model Name:** AT-LP120XUSB-BK
- **Style:** Wired

## Images

![AT-LP120XUSB-BK Direct-Drive Turntable (Analog & USB), Fully Manual, Hi-Fi, 3 Speed, Convert Vinyl to Digital, Anti-Skate and Variable Pitch Control, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Z-XF+7ChL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Ok,..in plain english,...can i plug this tt into external speakers? that's all i want it for. if yes,...what type of speakers?**
A: Yes you can... The turntable has a built-in preamp.
You want to buy powered speakers. They sell tons of them now. The best I have heard were KRK powered speakers. 
To get a good idea of what’s available, check out the needledoctor or crutchfield websites.

**Q: So, since this turntable has a built in preamp, does this mean I can use passive speakers? Or do I need powered speakers?**
A: No. You'll need powered speakers or you'll need to plug it into an amp to use passive speakers. "Preamp" = pre (before) amplifier. Preamps and phono amps take the very low signal from the stylus and amplify it to a level that an amplifier can use. AND (the reason record players need phono-specific preamps instead of a standard preamp) the preamp/phonoamp also decodes the RIAA format that all albums since the 1950s use, which is proprietary and needs a specific type of decoding to play the music.

**Q: I have always owned belt drive turntables. I have read that direct drive can be noisy. How is this one as far as rumble?**
A: Rumble is not referred to on the manufacturers website. The signal to noise ratio is stated as greater than 50dB. That means the rating could actually be only 51dB but the exact number is not stated. Here are a few specs copied and pasted from the website.
Motor - DC servo motor
Starting Torque - >1.0 kgf.cm
Wow and Flutter - <0.2% (WTD) @ 3 kHz (JIS)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio - >50 dB
Output Level - Pre-amp “PHONO”: 4 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
                          Pre-amp “LINE”: 240 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec

**Q: Will this play an old 78 slate lp?**
A: Yes, but you may want to buy a stylus (needle) or cartridge made specifically for your old monaural (mono) 78s.  The stylus and cartridge that come with this unit are for modern stereo recordings on vinyl.  The stylus itself might be damaged by use on old 78s.  Changing styli and cartridge is a fairly simple process on this turntable, and styli and cartridges are easily available at many stores, as well as online.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My new Audio-Technica Turntable is a true blessing!
*by C***A on July 26, 2025*

I have a big collection of classic 1970's and 1980's Contemporary Christian music LP records. Listening to those amazing songs over the decades, they became a part of me, expressing my heart's desire of holiness in Christ and my soul's longing to be pleasing to Him in all that I do in life. They express my joy and my pain, my hope and my confidence in the Lord Jesus. The music refreshes and encourages me, helping me refocus my life on the true priorities. The genres include rock, country, pop, rhythm-&-blues, jazz, classical, and even disco -- all by Christian artists performing their music to the glory of God. Up until recently (early 2025), in order to play my LP's, I relied on the turntable of my Victrola entertainment console that I bought about 3 years ago for less than $200. The sound it produced from the built-in speakers was passable, but I was happy to at least have a record player to hear my music again. After a couple of years the turntable began to malfunction, and since late 2024 I've not been able to play my records, which was a huge frustration to me. So you can understand why I decided to search online for a replacement, an upgrade to a dedicated turntable that I could connect to a reliable amplifier with speakers I already had but didn't really use. After reading up about several alternatives, I decided that the best turntable to suit my needs and aesthetic taste was this Audio-Technica Direct-Drive USB Turntable, model number AT-LP120XUSB-BZ. Amazon's $429 price strikes me as completely reasonable, considering the excellent quality of this turntable and of the sounds it produces. After listening to several albums on the Audio Technica turntable, I've been spoiled by the amazingly clear, crisp, and dynamic sounds the turntable produces from my records. Even a couple of LPs that, for some inexplicable reason, used to skip a lot on the first 2 or 3 tracks on each side when played on the Victrola, now play without any skipping! Right now, as I type this, I'm playing one of those formerly-skipping albums, and it hasn't skipped once! I'm anticipating it will be the same with the handful other albums that used to skip on the Victrola's turntable. Purchasing this Audio-Technica turntable was a fabulous investment indeed. The blessing it's already been to my soul has been well worth the cost. - CZG

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality does cost more but so satisfying, The LP120 is a winnwer !
*by T***Y on December 17, 2025*

The set up was easy , everything was packaged correctly, Amazon still amazes me on their quick delivery, I sent back the LP70 as it had major problem skipping even on new fresh vinyl, and had no anti Skate or tone arm weight to adjust. The LP120 has allof the adjustments needed, and just feels like a quality turntable should. I have no skipping just beautiful sound, I would highly reccomend to anyone that they pay a little more and get the LP120, it is quality and so much better than the LP70, By the way Amazon did take the LP70 back after my 30 days was up, Amazon you are awesome

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Instruction Booklet Is Next To Useless - Read Review
*by K***D on December 24, 2024*

It had been a long time since I last hooked up a turntable, but when my old faithful one finally died, it was time to get a new one and this one looked perfect (it was the only one with 3 speeds and I have a bunch of 78s I also like to listen to). Finally, after working at it in my spare time, I managed to get it hooked up and it sounds great. However, there are a couple of things that a possible buyer needs to know: 1. It comes disassembled and you have to put it together. The so-called Instruction booklet is next to useless. It will show you the basics - no words - just drawings and a 5-year-old could follow that. This is where it gets interesting. 2. There are pictures of parts on the Instruction Book (and I use that word loosely) which you may or may not find. They are taped to the outside of the packaging material which isn't someplace where you would normally look. I certainly didn't. Getting ready to ship it back for a return and refund, lo and behold! there were the missing parts! It took a while to figure out what each one was. And, unless you plan on hooking it up to a computer, there's a USB cable you won't need, so don't waste your time trying to figure out where to hook it up. 3. Now comes the fun part: hooking it up and getting it to play. At this point, you're going to want to Google the name and model number and download the pdf which tells you exactly what you need to do - in other words, there are written instructions, not just pictures. Had I thought of this earlier, I could have gotten it hooked up and working within a day instead of a couple of days. And, it would have helped if I had a new amplifier, but the old one works well, you just have to figure out what has experienced a name change over the years (see next sentence) - thanks to the pdf, that wasn't all that difficult. Then, because times have changed and wording that was used when I purchased the amp has been replaced by new wording, it took a while to get it to give me audio. I question whether pictures would have even helped. Finally, using the old hit-and-miss routine, I managed to get the right combo and the Bob Seger album I had on the turntable came blasting out of the speakers. Success!! Make sure the tracking is set at 2 and your vinyl should play great! If not, the pdf tells you what to do. Overall, since I'm not one of those people who needs a $1,000 system, I can listen to my vinyl again. For the person who enjoys kicking back and listening to their tunes on vinyl and who isn't one of those perfectionists, it's a good turntable to have - it looks good, works well and doesn't disappoint. Just download that pdf before you get started and save yourself some aggravation.

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