Audio-Technica: AT-LPA2 Acrylic Turntable

LAB POINTS

• high-end model that utilizes acrylic to optimize audio fidelity, plus an all-new external control unit / power supply
• high-density acrylic plinth and platter provides exceptional stability and vibration dampening
• control unit / power supply (controls start/stop and RPM speed) is separated to further reduce unwanted noise
• AT-OC9XEN moving coil cartridge ($399 when purchased separately) comes pre-mounted on specially designed, machined-aluminum headshell
• carbon-fiber tonearm with adjustable height + anti-skating
• height adjustable feet to level turntable
• note: this turntable requires a preamp

“Assembled from transparent acrylic, the AT-LPA2 fully manual belt-drive turntable combines contemporary aesthetics with analog expertise, while remaining incredibly easy to set up and use. We designed the AT-LPA2 to minimize resonance, which can cause noise and distortion in the signal chain, while maximizing detailed audio reproduction of your vinyl records with crystal-clear accuracy.” – Audio-Technica

KEY FEATURES

• motor type: belt-drive
• operation type: fully manual
• phono preamp: n/a
• speeds: 33 RPM, 45 RPM
• tonearm shape: straight
• counterweight setting: yes
• anti-skate setting: yes
• VTA / height adjustment: yes
• detachable headshell: yes
• body material: acrylic
• platter material: acrylic
• wired inputs: n/a
• wireless inputs: n/a
• outputs: RCA phono
• removable RCA: yes
• dust cover: yes, hinged
• dimensions: 17″ (w) x 5.3″ (h) x 13″ (d) / 420 x 135 x 340.0mm
• weight: 19.4 lb / 8.4 kg

COMES WITH

• pre-mounted cartridge AT-OC9XEN
• dust cover
• 45 adaptor
• RCA cable
• ground wire

“To further reduce unwanted noise, weve moved the controls and power supply into a separate unit a feature typically found only on more expensive turntables thereby isolating the turntables sensitive audio components from electrical interference associated with powering and operating the turntables motor. An optical sensor, positioned under the spindle, monitors platter rotation to maintain an accurate speed of 33-1/3 or 45 RPM.” – Audio-Technica