This is a Great Record Player for Beginners | AT-LP60XBT
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- čas přidán 31. 05. 2024
- I have been asked by some of you guys what kind of record player would I recommend so I thought I’d show you the Audio Technica LP60X. It’s a great Turntable for those just getting started with the hobby and it has automatic functions as well. I hope you enjoy this unboxing and set up.
Time Stamps;
0:00 - Intro
1:18 - The Box/The Mission
1:52 - The Song of the Day
3:38 - Unboxing the ATLP60X-BT
5:30 - The Aluminum Platter
7:02 - The Table itself
8:24 - The back of the TT
9:00 - Balance your TT
9:48 - A Scale is very important!
11:46 - The Bluetooth
12:34 - The Automatic Functions
14:14 - Playing 10' Records
14:50 - The Automatic Stop
15:29 - The Dust Cover
16:10 - Wrap up
SONG OF THE DAY:
Dr.Stone OP1 “Good Morning World” By BURNOUT SYNDROMES
• ＴＶアニメ 「Dr.STONE」 第1クール...
Music Video
• BURNOUT SYNDROMES 『Goo...
Kari Byron (MythBusters) Reacts video
• Kari Byron (MythBuster...
My Jujutsu Kaisen Vinyl Records video
• Jujutsu Kaisen & BEAST...
Thanks again latinpoohbear05 for sharing a song of the day :)
------LINKS------
VWestLife’s LP60 vs.LP60X Comparison video
• Audio-Technica AT-LP60...
My 5 Things You Need to Care for Your Records Video
Part 1: • 5 Things You Need to C...
Part 2: • 5 Things You Need to C...
Links below are non-affiliate Links
------AT-LP60X Turntable (Non-BlueTooth)------
Amazon: tinyurl.com/2942j4rd
TurnTable Lab (TTL): tinyurl.com/52wx2vrm
------AT-LP60XBT Turntable (BlueTooth Edition)------
Amazon: tinyurl.com/4th3exv4
TurnTable Lab: tinyurl.com/e4rrjcw9
------Bullseye Level + Scalel------
Amazon: tinyurl.com/xv3ffd4b
(You could also check a local Hardware store, that’s how I got mine)
Scale: tinyurl.com/ytsmwtut
(There are many different scales you can use, this is just the one that I have and use)
------Edifier Speakers------
Amazon Links;
Non-BlueTooth Speakers ~$100USD: tinyurl.com/2caf4wmx
BlueTooth Speakers ~$140USD: tinyurl.com/kt3pv7ye
BlueTooth Speakers w/Subwoofer Out ~$150USD: tinyurl.com/6rba3bfu
TurnTable Lab Links;
w/BlueTooth Wood Brown: tinyurl.com/f9mb5377
w/BlueTooth Wood Black: tinyurl.com/22kprvxa
------Vinyl Records------
TigerLab Vinyl: tinyurl.com/8wrxdhks
Qrates (You Say Run): tinyurl.com/wwm72n
Minmi “Shiki no Uta” 7” tinyurl.com/2p2cp2d9
Minmi “Shiki no Uta” 12” tinyurl.com/e4pv92a8
Thanks for watching :D
Music Cred;
Prod. by Lukrembo
Prod. by MetzMusic - Hudba
Great video. Just bought this turntable. My problem is the opposite of most people's problem. The turntable relentlessly connects to the bt soundbar in another room, interrupting people watching the TV. My complaint is that whenever you plug in the turntable, it always defaults to pairing mode, rather than bluetooth staying solid red and off. Any suggestions?
Ah! Great question and one I didn't think about when making the video. You can turn off the Bluetooth. Press and hold down the Bluetooth button until it slowly blinks red twice and the Bluetooth is off.
You can read more about it right on Audio technica's site here: www.audio-technica.com/en-gb/support/bluetooth-reset-procedure-for-the-at-lp60xbt-turntable/
And it looks like it's the same procedure to turn the Bluetooth back on but you wait for it to blink blue.
Hope this was helpful (:
Adding to this though, idk how quickly yours connects to the soundbar in the other room (I'm guessing maybe 5 seconds?) Either way, once you plug it in, hold down that Bluetooth button.
If your record player already connects by the time you're able to press the button? I'd get a power strip and place it somewhere close to the player so you can just flip the switch and then hold the button quickly & easily before it connects to anything.
Yeah, it is a weird situation. But I figured out that if I pair it to something else first while the soundbar is off, it never goes back into pairing mode, so I dont have to worry about it anymore. So when I plug it in now it just flashes blue for awhile (searching for my previously paired device) and then goes red when it cant find it. Weird solution that works. I appreciate the response man!
Ah, so it can only be paired to one device at a time and you reset the Bluetooth if you want to pair it to something else. It doesn't just search for any device every time. That's really good to know!
Glad you figured that out and thanks for sharing the knowledge. Happy spinning!
I suggest you just enjoy it with the Bluetooth off.
i’m glad someone finally mentioned how 10” records work on this, which i believe are usually EPs. i don’t have this turntable yet, so this makes sense now. it just doesn’t have the automatic feature for it lol.
Hey Izaac! Happy to see that part of the video was helpful for you (:
Outlaw Star’s opening theme Through the Night is still my all time favorite and the entire Euro Beats sound track to Initial D is the biz shizz.
That's a killer OP right there 🤘🏼 and you can't go wrong with Initial D's Eurobeats 👌🏼 there's a new series that takes place after Initial D, right? It's called "Ghost" or something? I haven't looked into it just yet. I imagine the soundtracks gotta be good for that one too.
Great video, super informational!
thanks!
Great review! Just about to pick this up and you definitely helped!!
Thanks, chuchu!!! Glad I could help!
This the first video of yours I have watched. I was looking for a set up and how to for the audio techina player. Thank you so much for your detailed and insightful video. It was super helpful to a newbie in record playing. Also, but my complete surprise your an anime music channel as well... 🤯🤯🤯 I am huge anime fan and am now looking forward to diving into your content. Thanks again from a new fan. Cheers
Glad you found my video helpful, Thomas!! Thanks for giving it the chance and I hope you enjoy my other content (:
I have those Edifier speakers too and they’re amazing for the price! Great video!
Yeah I was pretty surprised how quality they were when I got them. I was on a budget and just wanted something to listen to music and for my home studio so I was iffy on these but they really do sound great. Had them for a while and haven't felt the need to upgrade.
great review!
Thanks, Amy!
Great 👍 review and show ! I have both the Project and Audio Techica turntables and are both really reliable and great sounding equipment for my records.
Thanks, Andre! I've had my eyes on the Project Carbon for some time. Those turntables are very nice.
@@MusicInAnime Buy it Buddy if ever you get the chance to . I bought the Project Carbon Evo , you can get any of the Carbon series you won't go wrong .
I'm no audiophile but I can vouch for this exact turntable. I've never had any problems with it and it's perfect for beginners that don't want to break the bank imo.
Love the channel bro.
My song of the day is "Phantom of Franklin Avenue" from the BEM soundtrack done by Soil and Pimp Sessions. It's a hidden bop.
Hey, that's great to hear and Thanks! Also Soil and Pimp Sessions is DOPE I had no idea they had any of their music in anime, that's awesome :0
just purchased the turnable yesterday and paired it with Marshall Stanmore II speaker...the sound is AMAZING
That Marshall Stanmore II tho! Happy to hear you're enjoying vinyl (:
@@MusicInAnime Cheers my brother 🙏🎸
Thank you for this! I recently got the Evangelion Finally pink splattered ver. And I was looking for a starter record player
Super glad you found this helpful! Can't wait for you to spin that (:
First time on your channel. I just purchased the AT-LP60X (non bluetooth) as my first record player and am enjoying it. Perhaps a follow up video should include tips on how to adjust the speed. Mine arrived with a speed around 25rmp when set at the 33 1/3 setting. My record sounded funny and I had to research how to adjust the speed. I downloaded RPM Wow and made the adjustments on the bottom of the unit to correct my speed. A little bit of a headache but am glad AT provides for this adjustment. In my opinion the scale is not really necessary as there is no adjustment possible with this player. I do have a question though, wiht this unit are we able to select different stylus to perhaps increase our audio quality? Thanks and keep up the good work.
Nice video. Thats a cool 10 inch record.
Thanks! And it's "You Say Run" from My Hero Academia, but with a lot of the English voice actors singing on it and many talented musicians. Yuki Hayashi also got involved with that project, which was awesome of him. I'm glad you liked the video (:
Excellent video, congrats. What are the speakers stand that you have with your Edifiers? Keep the good job.
Thanks! And they are Studio Monitor Stands by Rockville. I got them on Amazon.
Quick fix for the Vic, use cabinet drawer stops to raise the shell to prevent the scraping… I do that with my record weight when i want to play it with a closed lid
Ahhhh a quick fix indeed. That's also a cheap fix! I like that 👌🏼
Muy buen video. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
gracias!
i just got this turn table from walmart best one i own
my first one was the lp60 but it was to much expensive stuff i needed for it so i waited another year to get it
and it was so worth the wait
and i got it for half the pirce as the amazon one
cause on amazon these things go for 200 bucks ]
but at walmart i only paid 170
for it it was 160 but it was plus tax and a warranty
Great video. I just ordered this record player last night and I was worried about setting up, making sure I preserve it, record sizes, etc, This was helpful! Question tho, I have some sennheiser HD 600s that I want to use with this. As long as I have a headphone amp I should be fine I assume, right? I have an 02/odac combo I bought a few years ago
Glad you found it helpful!
This record player has a built-in pre-amp and needs an amplifier to boost that signal. So yes, your headphone amplifier should work, just make sure the record player is set to "Line".
@@MusicInAnime thanks for the help!
Actually thinking of getting this record player ….
Yes cats have a way of distracting us from everything so the automatic features of this TT are great to have. Nice vid I just picked up a red one of these and your vid was great help setting it up. Until i get some powered bookshelf speakers I've connected it to my Vizio soundbar via a male to male 3.5mm audio cable. I'm surprised how good even this setup sounds. One question about the tracking force, if your scale messured it as higher than 3.5g is there anyway to adjust it on this TT? Thanks for cool vid.
Is there any way to adjust the speed here? Not visible. My first turntable was (still in use) Pioneer PL-990. Very good, you can see the rotating speed and adjust it. Built in RIIA Amplifier and fully automatic. Belt motor. Cost 199€. It has great bass sound also. Now I am planning to buy a new turn table. This is cheaper and less equipped it seems. But pretty good if it sounds good.
I’m looking to connect the turntable to my Sonus Era 300 speaker which is Bluetooth.
However, if I decide to connect it via a cable, the Sonus only has a usb C input. Could I connect a 3.5 aux lead from the turntable into a female 3.5 aux to usb C adapter and then the usb c plug end into the Sonus?
Sorry for getting to you so late. You would need a USB C to RCA cable and connect from the RCA outputs on the record player.
So it I get the BT version, I don’t have to use it as if it as Bluetooth version? Does it come with the cables to do do? Great review! Also, it’s for my 24 year daughter, that has never had a TT. Also, where do you get longer cables? Lastly, my daughter is putting the TT and speakers in her bedroom, which speakers do you recommend DB or DBs?
Correct. The BT version allows you to either connect to speakers wirelessly or directly to speakers using the cable that's included. If you needed a longer cable, you can find them on Amazon. Just search for a "3.5mil to RCA cable," and you'll find different lengths. How long of a cable you'd need entire depends on your setup, but a 10 ft cable is a safe choice of length.
As for the speakers? When you say "DB or DBs," are you asking about decibels? If anything, lots of speakers can go well over 90db, but you should listen to music between 70-90db. Hopefully that answers your question.
If you were asking about speakers in general? Edifier speakers, like the one I show in the video, are very good. If you go to TurnTableLabs website, they sell these record players bundled with the speakers.
I hope this was helpful, Debbie! (:
Thanks so much for all the great info! there have been some that have complained about the playback speed..to slow or too fast? Have you had this issue? Also, did you swap out(upgrade) the needle? will this make a big difference on an entry level player like this one? lastly, another issue that some have complained about do to the lack of being able to balance the arm is skipping have you experienced an issues?
Question! The speaker that I want to connect this record player to doesn't have a "right and left" input, just an aux input. Is there a way to connect the record player to this speaker? (the speaker is a Marshall Acton II). Thanks in advance to anyone who can help!
Yes! You want an RCA to 3.5mm cable.
Like this one: UGREEN 3.5mm to RCA Cable, 6FT RCA Male to Aux Audio Adapter HiFi Sound Headphone Jack Adapter Metal Shell RCA Y Splitter RCA Auxiliary Cord 1/8 to RCA Connector for Phone Speaker MP3 Tablet HDTV a.co/d/5iDG0Se
Hi, I am having issues. The copper spool that the belt connects to is too high and the turntable disk is hitting it. What can I do fix this problem?
Hey Janna, I've been looking for a possible fix because I haven't seen that problem before, and it seems to be rare because I couldn't find anything on the matter. But I think I found why the spool is higher than it should be. There's thermal padding that goes on the top and bottom of the inside of the motor. Maybe the thermal padding that goes on the top is missing, resulting in the spool being higher than it should be.
I couldn't really find anything else on it, but to fix that would mean opening the whole thing up, getting the motor out, and taking the motor apart just to even check that. If it's possible to exchange the record player, it would be far, far easier to just do that.
Sorry, I don't have a better answer for your situation.
I have this turntable and i got a Marshall actor 3 speaker, when i conect using the Bluetooth, What do i choose phono or line?
I don't think that matters if you're connecting wirelessly because those outputs are for when you're connected to a speaker/amp or preamp using the cables. But I would just leave it on Line as the default.
Great video as always! I just got the Sony PS-LX310BT because was cheaper than the LP60X, at least in my country, but the Audio Technica was my first option. BTW, did you got the new Cowboy Bebop variant from VinylLuxe? Yellow with red/orange splatter, that's my cup of tea but can't find any video or real photos of that variant.
Thanks! The retail listings for that Sony TT you have is more expensive than the LP60X in my country, that's so interesting lol but I've heard great things about that TT as well. And yes I did order that VinyLuxe Exclusive Bebop variant! It shipped, I'm waiting for it in the mail and I'll definitely be making a video on it.
So when I get this, I won’t have speakers right away. Does this have a volume adjuster?
There is no way to adjust the volume on it but there is a model that has a headphone jack in the front of it. If you get that model and have headphones you can adjust volume with, that's one way to listen to your records before getting speakers. I don't believe that model has Bluetooth tho.
Hello, could you advise me? Which turntable is better? Audio-Technica AT-LP60XBT or SONY PS-LX310BT?
Aside from how differently both of those look visually, they're essentially the same. The have the same type of cartridge and stylus so in terms of sound quality and how you'd replace the stylus, you're getting something very similar between the too. The same goes for how they function as well.
The Start/Stop and other buttons on the Sony are more durable than the ones on the AT, but that's not really an issue on the AT if you're just pressing them lightly (the way you should with any electronics). If you're naturally careful with your devices/electronics it isn't something you'd be thinking about every time you use it.
The dust cover on the Sony has a much darker tint than the AT. If you want to be able to see your record more clearly, the AT's dust cover isn't tinted at all so you can play with the lid closed and still see your record just fine.
The biggest difference between the two is with the audio cables.
The AT has a 3.5 jack on the back of it so you can easily replace or upgrade the cable if you needed to. (I have cats so if they chewed it, its easy for me to replace)
The Sony has the audio cable built into the board so its not as easy to replace it. (I've searched on how you could even replace it cause I'm just curious and I'm not able to find anything on it)
If you're not worried about even having to replace/upgrade cables at all? Than I wouldn't worry about it.
In terms of space, the Sony is a bit wider than the AT as well, idk the exact dimensions but you will have a little more room to work with with the AT.
Those are about all the differences I can think of between those two.
Being able to easily replace anything is important to me personally which is why I put the AT over the Sony but ultimately the decision is yours and you're getting a great table either way.
I hope this makes it easier for you to pick whichever suits you (:
Hi i hope i am not too late … first of all great video and i just ordered myself the turntable and edifier speakers. Now i am thinking if i should get an amplifier. Could you recommend one? I am also a beginner and there are amps from 50-1000.-
Hey lilRogero! So, the edifier speakers are Active Speakers. That means they already have an amplifier built into them. If you connect an amplifier to active speakers, you can blow out the speakers and also ruin the amp.
Passive Speakers are the kind that need an amplifier. They don't have amplifiers in them.
Let me know if that answers your question, unless you meant a preamp?
@@MusicInAnime thank you very much. And yes what about a preamp? Sorry I am new in it and don‘t know everything. But I am a big fan of your collection already. Always wanted a record player and thanks to you I can combine that hobby with anime.
Do you think it is necessary to buy a preamplifier to improve the sound?
You'd get a cleaner sound so yeah, but there are a number of other things you can do to also affect the sound like the kind of platter mat you have. If you want a punchier bass? The hide side of a Leather platter mat is great. If you want more emphasis on the medium to high ends? An Acrylic platter mat is great (at least that's how my ears hear it). It depends on what you're looking to improve. I haven't gotten around to getting a separate preamp just yet so I can't speak to how much more clearly your sound would be With vs Without one or what to recommend, but it should give your sound more clarity.
I hope this was helpful.
@@MusicInAnime Thanks for your answer. I also have the AT-LP60XBT and the same Edifier amps. I would like if you buy something that you think improves the sound, you can tell me. Thanks for your help!
How did you lower the needle onto the scale without the platter moving? i see that as soon as you move the arm on this it starts spinning, but i assume the arm does not lower without power being on. been looking for an answer for a few days, hopefully you might respond lol; scale should be here in a couple days and i would love to have peace of mind.
Oh wow, that's something I didn't even think to mention. Just make sure it's not plugged in. The mechanism that's with the button that lifts up the tone arm doesn't require power to use.
Thanks for that question.
@@MusicInAnime thanks for responding so fast!
@@MusicInAnime really great video by the way, answered a lot of the questions I had about the system; and didn't even consider weight from the needle being a factor until I watched this. Clearly I'm new here lol
Hello this is my first time buying vinyls and I just wanted to know if this came with Bluetooth and if is necessary to buy speakers
The one I show in this video does have Bluetooth. The 'BT' at the end of "AT-LP60X BT" stands for Bluetooth.
They do make the same record player without Bluetooth. Same name just without the 'BT'
"AT-LP60X"
It also won't have the Bluetooth button on it.
They do not come with speakers so you would have to buy those separately.
I'm sure you could find it bundled with speakers though.
I know that Turntable Lab does bundles and they're trustworthy.
Alternatively, you CAN use headphones but you'd want to use ones you can control the volume with.
@@MusicInAnime thank you so much it helped me a lot !!
Must say being a slight audiophile myself haha, Im leaning towards a Rega P1 as they are easy to get in UK being a uk brand as well as they look fucking augh amazing. Also heard the P1 is probably one of the best bang for the money you can get although again it isnt a cheap peice of kit at all haha. However having alot of decent equipment already I may as well go for it :D
Nice! I've got my eyes on Pro-ject. Carbon fiber tonearm, a full acrylic platter and I think they send them out with an ortofon red. I've been trying to upgrade my stylus for what feels like forever now lol I also look forward to the day I try out different phono preamps.
@@MusicInAnime It was a sum up between the Project T1 and the Rega and I only went with the rega due to them selling upgrade kits to make the P1 into a P2 basically, just incase I ever fancy it. But cant wait to see you reveiw the carbon if you do.
Would normal speakers you have to manually plug into it work? Or does it have to be only Bluetooth speakers.
It comes with a 3.5mm to RCA cable so you can have a direct connection to your speakers. Bluetooth is optional but if you don't plan on using the Bluetooth at all, there's a model of this record player without the Bluetooth (AT-LP60X) that's a lot cheaper.
@@MusicInAnime how do i use this exact model without any bluetooth??
@@MusicInAnime im stuck on raising the volume, i hear it play faintly
Sounds like it might be on Phono instead of Line.
Make sure you have the switch on the back set to "Line" if you're plugging directly to your speakers.
Let me know if that did the trick.
And what kind of speakers do you have?
@@MusicInAnime I wasn't using any speakers to it. Would this model only work with speakers?
Whats your opinion on Sony PS-LX310BT? Thats the one I got.
Very comparable & the buttons are more solid. Also a great option. The only reasons I went with the AT-LP60X to recommend over that one for a beginner are;
1: It comes with an AC adapter (something you can easily replace if needed) vs. the built-in power cable on the Sony.
2: The clear dust cover (seeing the record is a nice part of the hobby and for someone new a tinted cover like the one on the Sony might be less exciting to them.)
3: Its' not as wide so it takes up less space on a tabletop.
Just got this one as a gift and I love it. I’ve been experiencing some “needle talk”, I believe? I basically hear the music played quite softly coming from the turntable itself, even when Bluetooth is paired. Is there a way to fix this?
Happy to hear you're enjoying your record player! (:
And needle talk is completely normal. If anything, it's science at work. The needle sends what it reads from the grooves on the record to the cartridge which generates the sound to get applied.
The sound it produces is very small so that sound goes through the pre-amp to become a larger signal so when you plug in your speakers or amplifier you can actually hear everything and enjoy the music.
You've a couple options. Turn up the music 🎶🎵👌🏼 or setup placement.
can i connect it with bluetooth to my mac and listen it trough there?
I don't think so because both the record player and the mac are devices that output the signal. They need to connect to something that receives the signal.
So you only need extra speakers or an amplifier too?
If the speakers are Active Speakers, you can plug and play cause they have amplification built-in.
If the speakers are Passive Speakers, you'll need an amplifier.
I just set mine up but it sounds so slow at 33 and the record says 33 and idk how to fix it.
It could be the belt. Does the belt feel loose?
But was the record player made in 2014?
And did you dye your hair blue, but it came out a seasick sort of green?
Can you adjust the traking force?
It doesn't have a counterweight adjustment so no, you can't. But it is factory set to the recommended 3.5g for AT-3600L type cartridges.
@@MusicInAnime do you think the turntable need to be adjusted after 100-200 record listened? I don’t want to ruin my LP in long term
I've heard plenty of people say they've had this record player for years and it still plays just fine. I recommend picking up a scale to measure the tracking force every so often regardless of what record player you get. I check the tracking force every now and then on my record players whether they have a counterweight or not just to make sure everything is still good and I have peace of mind.
Is there anyway to play 10in records on this ??
Yes. There isn't an automatic start option for 10" records though so you'll have to move the tonearm over to the record manually for those.
Hey are you a fan of Kingdom Hearts? did you see The Keyblade Wars Rozen+Reven , its sooo good !
Yes, I do like kingdom hearts (I still haven't played through 3) and is that just an album? I've just added it to my library, I'll definitely be checking it out.
Why do you go wired if you have BT speakers and BT phono?
It's just a quality thing. I don't have to worry about any compression through a BT signal. That's something that might be very minimal you might not even notice the difference so there's absolutely nothing wrong with connecting wirelessly. I just like knowing that what I'm hearing from the record isn't tweaked in any way outside of the adjustments I want to make.
@@MusicInAnime OK, because I got a pair for my nephew who's just starting out with vinyl. I modelled his gift on your setup. Same exact gear. I use an old 70's Pioneer turntable along with an equally old Sony (tube powered) receiver/amp. So I am not familiar with powered speakers, bluetooth turntables and no receiver in the chain. I figured a teen would like the bluetooth option.
Please show me Phillip record player. Is it still in existence ?
Can this pair with Raycon's or Earbuds?
It will not connect to Bluetooth ear buds or headphones.
@@MusicInAnime so confused now. Another person said yes.
Sorry, they're right. I was thinking about headphone amplifiers and such (don't mind me). It will connect. You wanna have the Turntable on pairing mode first tho.
@@MusicInAnime THANKS!
Kimagure Orange Road Sound Colour 1 & Singing Heart
How does the record player know when to stop at the end of a record
There's a part of the mechanism that swivels inward as the tone-arm plays a record. When it gets to a certain point, it stops the record and starts the auto-return.
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It looks good. It just looks like a toy to me tho
What bluetooth speaker do u use??
Damn which version of the Death Note vinyl is that?!
It's a Deluxe Edition version of the Vol.1 soundtrack published by TigerLab Vinyl and its easily one of my favorites in my collection lol
You really shouldnt rotate the platter backwards on a fully auto turntable, if the mechanism is in the middle of its cycle you can screw things up pretty quick - the manual tells you to rotate the platter CLOCKWISE a few times to make sure the auto mechanism is fully parked or at rest.
Ah okay. Didn't even realize I did that. Thanks.
Manual says to rotate the platter clockwise 10 times to calibrate it.
Seems like it was more important for you to show off your vinyl collection than review the turntable.
??? What's one without the other?
Another one talk and talk and you NEVER hear Que sound quality coming out of it the turntable!
I mean, YT Compression is a thing.
So the sound you would hear isn't even the sound quality of the TT.
Plus, there are other parts of the setup that affect the sound you get out of it.
The point of this video isn't "Hey check out how this sounds" its "if you want to get into Vinyl and you don't know where to start, this is a great starter TT."
But, thanks anyway.
No you don't want it 3.4 grams if it's giving you a weight between 3.5g and 2.5g you want it at 3g 0.1 either way could be adjusted if you feel it's giving you a better sound. And another thing you don't check for level using the dust cover you have to use the platter without the mat, and set the arm bias for this type of cartridge about 2 -2.4 grams
This Beginners crap isn't what this turntable is about. It's just a good turntable that doesn't have all this Tone arm weights that are so complicated that even a loose hair gets these weights going crazy & makes very little difference to the average listener, some of these hugely expensive ones that the anal retentives buy make me laugh. This is just a very good turntable at a sensible price for sensible listeners. Enjoy & don't take this as a Beginner label rubbish.
Not having to worry about the counter weight is a pretty big deal for someone who is just getting into the hobby. You said it yourself, they can be "complicated " and if it isn't setup correctly, it can damage your records or have constant skips.
That wouldn't be great to experience for someone, who again, is just starting out and can potentially turn them away from the hobby.
Without the counterweight, this has a plug-in-&-play quality that allows for someone to quickly start playing records and it'll last a long time. That's great for someone who's just developed an interest in vinyl and that's who this video is for.
The Beginner label just helps them find the video because that's what they're searching for.
But yeah, you're right in that regardless of whether you're just getting into the hobby or not, it's just a really good Turntable. All the more reason I recommended it.
Cheers.
Excellent remarks there. Beginners, beginners, beginners, it's all we ever hear. I've got the AT-LP60X, and it's a cracking little player, much better than the substandard suitcase player I had. If they insist on calling something a beginners turntable, they should not really look beyond the plastic suitcase variety.
It's junk. There's not even a counterbalance.