Semi-Automatic Direct-Drive Turntable

AT-LP8X

Overview

AT-LP8X

Audio-Technica expands its line of direct-drive turntables with the semi-automatic AT-LP8X, featuring a newly designed tonearm lift that automatically raises the tonearm at the end of a record side and stops the motor.

The turntable’s J-shaped aluminum tonearm, inspired by classic A-T models of the 1960s and ’70s, comes equipped with a newly designed AT-LT10 headshell and AT-VM95E BK (black) cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus, providing excellent channel separation and low distortion for outstanding tonal quality. For easy customization, the stylus can be replaced or interchanged with any of the five additional styli in the VM95 line, and the tonearm’s VTA (vertical tracking angle) adjustment and subcounterweight enable the use of a broad range of other cartridges.

The AT-LP8X plays 33-1/3, 45, and 78 RPM records. Its 25 mm rubber-damped, anti-resonance, die-cast aluminum platter comes with a 2.5 mm rubber mat and is driven by a sensor-monitored motor that ensures a continuously accurate platter rotation speed. The motor and its efficient internal switching power supply are housed within a box plinth constructed of 16 mm MDF (medium density fiberboard) and equipped with height-adjustable feet for excellent protection against unwanted noise and vibration.

The turntable comes with a detachable RCA output cable (dual RCA male to dual RCA male with ground), 45 RPM adapter, and removable hinged dust cover.

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 Styli

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.

Plays 33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM and 78 RPM Records

Semi-Automatic Operation

Direct-Drive

AT-VM95E Dual Magnet™ Phono Cartridge

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.

AT-LP8X Semi-Automatic Direct-Drive Turntable

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.

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

*A dedicated SP cartridge or the replacement AT-VMN95SP stylus is required to play 78 RPM records

Specifications

Turntable
Motor	DC servo
Drive Method	Direct drive
Speeds	33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM, 78 RPM
Turntable Platter	Die-cast aluminum, rubber damper
Starting Torque	1.0 Kgf.cm
Braking System	Electronic brake
Wow and Flutter	< 0.1% (WTD) at 3 kHz (JIS)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	> 60 dB
Cartridge Type	VM (AT-VM95EBK)
Output Level	PHONO: 4.0 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5cm/sec
Power Supply Requirements	100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	8 W
Dimensions	450 mm (18") × 352 mm (14") × 161 mm (6.3") (W×D×H)
Weight	Approx. 10.4 kg (23 lbs)
Accessories Included	・Dust cover ・Rubber mat ・Platter ・Dust cover hinges ・Counterweight ・Subcounterweight ・Headshell (AT-LT10) with VM stereo cartridge (AT-VM95E BK) ・45 RPM adapter ・RCA audio cable (Approx. 1.0 m (3.3')) ・Power cable (Approx. 1.8 m (5.9'))
Tonearm Type	Static balanced J-shaped tonearm
Effective Arm Length	247 mm (9.7")
Overhang	15 mm (0.59")
Tracking Error Angle	Less than 2.0°
Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range	0.0 to 4.0 g
Applicable Cartridge Weight	14.0 to 20.0 g (including headshell) (When using subcounterweight: 17.5 to 23.5 g)
Replacement Stylus	AT-VMN95EBK
Replacement Headshell	AT-LT10
Notes	For product improvement, the product is subject to modification without notice.

Warranties

ONE YEAR LIMITED END USER WARRANTY

AT-LP8X

Overview

AT-LP8X

Convenient Listening

Refine Your Sound

Quiet Performance

AT-LP8X Semi-Automatic Direct-Drive Turntable

Over 60 Years of Analog Excellence

Features

Specifications

Warranties

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