The Audio-Technica AT-LPW50PB is a mid-range flagship turntable inspired by high - end audiophile models. It features a manual belt - drive system with electronic speed control. The straight carbon - fiber tonearm has hydraulically damped lift control. It comes with a pre - mounted Audio - Technica AT - VM95E cartridge (special black color edition) on an AT - HS4 headshell, and the stylus can be upgraded with any from the VM series. This turntable has a thicker 30mm plinth for increased mass (12.25 lbs), upgraded individually height - adjustable feet, and a high - gloss finish. A sensor - monitored motor ensures accurate 33 and 45 RPM platter rotation speeds. It has a built - in switchable phono preamp for phono or line level and a detachable RCA output cable for easy cable upgrades. The AC adapter reduces noise by handling AC/DC conversion outside the chassis. It also includes a removable hinged dust cover. You'll get a free Lab Pack with a record mat and brush (worth $25), free shipping to the Continental US, and auto - enrollment into our VIP program. Technical specs include a belt - drive DC motor with Active Speed Stabilization, 2 - speeds (33 1/3 / 45 RPM), an elliptical stylus (0.3 x 0.7mil), a signal - to - noise ratio >60dB, dimensions of 16.54' x 14.02' x 4.96' / 420 x 356 x 126.0 mm (with dust cover), and a weight of 12.26 lbs. / 5.56 kg (without dust cover). It comes with an AT - VM95E Dual Moving Magnet stereo cartridge (black), AT - HS4 headshell, rubber platter mat, dust cover with hinges, 45 adapter, RCA cable, and AC adapter.
Using the Audio - Technica AT - LPW50PB turntable is easy. First, make sure to place it on a stable surface. Adjust the individually height - adjustable feet to level the turntable. Connect the AC adapter to power it up. Use the detachable RCA output cable to connect the turntable to your amplifier or receiver. You can switch the built - in phono preamp according to your needs. For playing records, carefully place the record on the rubber platter mat. Use the tonearm's hydraulically damped lift control to lower the stylus onto the record gently. Select the appropriate speed (33 1/3 or 45 RPM) using the electronic speed control. When you're done, lift the tonearm and place it back in the rest position. Then, close the removable hinged dust cover to protect the turntable. As for maintenance, use the included record brush to clean the records regularly. The stylus is a key part, so avoid touching it with your fingers. If you want to upgrade the stylus, you can choose any from the VM series. Also, keep the turntable away from dust, moisture, and direct sunlight to ensure its long - term performance.
