Audio-Technica Semi-Automatic Direct-Drive Turntable in Black - AT-LP8X

The Audio-Technica AT-LP8X: Listening to Music in Style

Listen to your entire vinyl collection with the Audio-Technica AT-LP8X. This turntable transforms the way that audio is delivered as you enjoy iconic songs and artists. Once a song ends, the tonearm automatically raises as the motor stops. While this feature isn’t commonly seen with direct-drive turntables, it allows you to relax while you listen since you won’t need to worry about getting up right as the song ends. Additionally, this feature increases listening convenience while reducing stylus wear, meaning a longer lifespan. Regardless of which song you choose to enjoy, experiment with different styles by changing the stylus. Whether you choose to change the stylus or not, the Audio-Technica AT-LP8X ensures that you’ll listen to your entire collection with enhanced playback—even your 78 RPM records.

Designed For Any Home

The Audio-Technica AT-LP8X was designed to fit flawlessly into any room. The black finish adds a touch of sophistication while the dustcover protects it during times of silence. Change the height of this turntable via the adjustable feet. From placing the device on the coffee table to resting it upon a nearby shelf, effortlessly switch up the location to fit every situation. The base of this device was constructed to reduce feedback for songs with lower frequencies via a damped design. A rubber mat is used to help minimize unwanted vibrations and sounds. Truly experience all of the musical details within your favorite records.

Maintaining Balance For All Your Songs

From the Beatles to ABBA to Taylor Swift, listen to your favorite vinyl records with the Audio-Technica AT-LP8X. The J-shaped tonearm includes adjustable anti-skating to ensure good channel balance is maintained throughout the entire session. The outward force helps to keep the stylus within the groove to reduce wear and tear on your record and device. No matter what era of music you prefer to play, experience them with increased clarity each time you place a record down. To learn more about the Audio-Technica AT-LP8X, contact our experts at 800-860-3577 or explore our tips and tricks via our complete guide to buying a turntable.

Key Features

• Semi-automatic direct-drive turntable with three speeds: 33-1/3, 45, 78 RPM
• Motor features a speed-sensor system to maintain accurate platter rotation speed
• Newly designed low-torque, direct-drive DC servo motor improves wow and flutter performance
• 25 mm rubber-damped, anti-resonance, die-cast aluminum platter with 2.5 mm rubber mat
• J-shaped tonearm with adjustable VTA (vertical tracking angle)
• Newly designed tonearm lift automatically raises the tonearm at the end of a record side and stops the motor
• AT-VM95E BK (black) cartridge (0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus) is compatible with any VM95 Series replacement stylus, offering a wide choice of options for every budget and application
• Newly designed lightweight AT-LT10 headshell
• Included subcounterweight provides an expanded cartridge/headshell weight range of 14.0 g – 23.5 g
• Newly designed internal switching power supply, optimized for audio performance
• MDF (medium density fiberboard) cabinet construction
• Phono-level output provides pure, direct transmission of the cartridge’s signal
• Includes detachable RCA output cable (dual RCA male to dual RCA male with ground), 45 RPM adapter, and removable hinged dust cover

Features

• Semi-Automatic Operation | Convenient Listening
  The AT-LP8X’s tonearm lifts automatically at the end of a record and its motor automatically stops – rare features on a direct-drive turntable. This gives you the freedom to listen casually and not worry about when a record will end.
• VM95 Series Interchangeable Stylus | Refine Your Sound
  The turntable’s AT-VM95E cartridge is compatible with any Audio-Technica VM95 Series replacement stylus, making it easy to experiment with different styli profiles upgrade to a higher-quality stylus to enjoy more refined sound or switch to an AT-VMN95SP stylus to play 78 RPM records.
• Anti-Resonance Materials | Quiet Performance
  The turntable’s robust MDF box plinth, adjustable feet, thick rubber-damped, anti-resonance, die-cast aluminum platter, and 2.5 mm rubber mat work together to temper unwanted noise and vibration so you can enjoy all the detail of your music.
• Phono Cartridge Assembly Line Circa 1962 | Over 60 Years of Analog Excellence
  We got our start in Tokyo in 1962, designing and manufacturing high-performance phono cartridges. That half-century’s worth of analog expertise goes into every turntable we produce, ensuring you get the best listening experience from your vinyl.