Audio-Technica AT-PL120 Professional Direct-Drive Turntable | 
 enlarge | Brand: Audio-Technica
Category: CE
List Price: $249.90
Buy New: $191.35
You Save: $58.55 (23%)
New (38) from $191.35
Rating:  196 reviews
Sales Rank: 969
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 26.5
Dimensions (in): 17 x 9 x 21
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: AT-PL120
Model: AT-PL120
UPC: 042005132010
EAN: 0042005132010
ASIN: B00012EYNG
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Selectable internal stereo phono preamplifier--choose from phono or line-level output | | • | Direct-drive, high-torque motor; includes professional cartridge and headshell | | • | Selectable 33-1/3, 45, and 78 rpm speeds; +/-10 percent or +/-20 percent pitch adjust; high-accuracy quartz-controlled pitch lock | | • | S-shaped tone arm assembly with adjustable counterweight, antiskate adjustment, tone-arm height adjustment and lock | | • | Measures 17.8 x 6 x 13.9 inches (W x H x D) |
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Product Description
high-torque direct drive motor * selectable quartz-controlled speed lock * playback at 33-1/3, 45, or 78 rpm (45 rpm adapter included) * cast aluminum platter with slip mat * warranty: 1 year *
Amazon.com Product Description
Audio-Technica's AT-PL120 direct-drive, high-torque professional turntable is perfect for DJs and other music enthusiasts, especially in an era that many would call "postvinyl," when it's no longer the norm for audio/video receivers or even integrated amplifiers to offer a dedicated phono input. A selectable internal stereo phono preamplifier lets you plug the turntable directly into any line-level input, even your PC's (when used with a stereo RCA to minijack "Y" adapter cable, not included). Alternately, you can use the player's phono output and an outboard, higher-quality phono preamplifier for even better sound quality. The AT-PL120's S-shaped tone arm assembly comes with an adjustable counterweight, an antiskate adjustment, a tone-arm height adjustment and lock, a tone-arm lift with hydraulic action and lift lever, and a tone-arm rest with a locking mechanism to keep the arm stable during transport. The turntable uses a DC servo motor to maintain accurate rotational speed at either 33-1/3 45, or 78 rpm, governed by a selectable, high-accuracy quartz-controlled pitch lock--all of which gives new life to 7- and 12-inch singles you may not have played for years. Unleash your inner DJ with the 'table's pitch-adjustment feature, with variations ranging from either +/-10 percent or +/-20 percent. A pop-up stylus target light and stroboscopic platter speed indicator offer visual assistance in queuing and playing your favorite tunes. Forward and reverse play options unlock countless creative doors (and haven't you always wondered what Prince is saying at the end of "Darling Nikki"?). The 'table comes with a cast-aluminum record platter, a slip mat, and a professional cartridge and headshell (model ATP-2) that plugs directly into the tone arm. Adjustable, antivibrational feet keep the platter level, regardless of your environs. A start/stop button with remote start/stop input lets you integrate the player with your more sophisticated DJ tools. The player also includes a 45 rpm adapter with storage receptacle for the adapter and for a surplus or replacement headshell (sold separately). What's in the Box
Turntable, removable hinged dust cover, slip mat, headshell/cartridge (ATP-2), AC power cord, 45 rpm adapter, and a user's manual.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 191 more reviews...
 AT-PL120 does the job September 20, 2008
Neonebel (Waukesha, WI)
Amazon shipped the turntable well and it came undamaged, altho the box was roughed up. It ships in the original box, so if it is a gift or surprise, watch out. Set up was easy and it worked right away. The only problem so far is the cueing light seems to have burned out on day 2 already. Also be careful of the arm hold down, its plastic and won't take any abuse, period. This is my second purchase of this model for family members, and it seems like a reasonable value. It would be VERY nice if the arm would automatically pick up at the end of the album, but it doesn't. The integral pre-amp feature is super, especially with new surround sounds that lack phono inputs. All in all the best value I could find.
 awesome easy to use and affordable! September 14, 2008
Ralph K. Sutton (north carolina)
i bought this for my 68 year old father so he could listen to all of his favorites that have been stashed away for years. this product is VERY user friendly...easy to figure out....and VERY affordable!! it has provided my dad with hours of happiness and he has had no problem at all figuring out how to hook it up or use all of its functions. This is perhaps the best gift i ever gave him....A+++
A very nice turntable September 11, 2008
P. K. Simon (SF Bay Area, CA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I've owned the AT-PL120 for a couple of years now. I can't say I have ever been disappointed with the turntable. At this price, no other turntable can hold a candle to this fine piece of audio equipment.
A few notes:
-->There is a slight hum to this turntable as others have noted - IF YOU WIRED THE CARTRIDGE INCORRECTLY! I initially had a hum, but changed the wiring from the head-shell to the tone-arm and now there is absolutely no audible noise whatsoever. There was obviously a ground loop.
--> As others have also noted, the clasp that holds the tone-arm in place is a bit flimsy. A friend of mine was over playing some records, and she snapped the clasp accidentally (I wasn't too pleased). However, the next day I called Audio Technica and they sent me a new clasp absolutely free - no questions asked. Outstanding customer service considering I have had the product over two years!
--> The cartridge that is included with the turntable is a quality cartridge when you consider that it is the "stock" cartridge. I suggest anyone who purchases this turntable also picks up the Shure M97xE High-Performance Magnetic Phono Cartridge it pairs excellently with this cartridge and is also a relative steal at $50 on Amazon.
--> Lastly, for those without a receiver that has phono inputs, the turntable contains its own amp; a very nice addition, considering most audio receivers these days no longer include phono inputs.
In short: you cannot go wrong with this turntable. If you have any serious complaints with this turntable, or you're expecting filet mignon at hamburger prices. Excellent sound, solid engineering, at a price that's half that of the competition!
At Last September 6, 2008
John Pfordresher (Arlington, Virginia United States)
Best turntable I've ever owned. My collection of classical music LP's has come alive again.
 An Ok turntable August 20, 2008
smiles (Burlington,Ma USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Audio-Technica AT-PL120 Professional Direct-Drive Turntable
This turntable looks nice, seems nice, but it was hard to get to work and after a few months the stylus starts skidding across the disks. I modified the anti skating to 2.5 and 3.5 but it still did it. Then reading other reviews I found that shanging the cartridge may resolve the problem. I did and bought a Shure 97E and it now works Ok. However, the "humm" that some reviewers comment is also present in my case. I have not been able to get rid of it yet. For the price, I would not buy it again and I would not recommend it.
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