As always, all typical DJ-stuff, like a strobe, a target light, speed and reverseknobs... get the blame for rendering a turntable non-audiophile. What is forgotten is that these things are way less contributing to any noise than a fast spinning motor on any belt-drive turntable - let alone a belt. This turntable is as usable as any other direct drive for audiophile listening if you upgrade the cartridge.

@jancreighton

10 ай бұрын

please don't bring factual information or an intelligent analysis to this situation - this is an audiophile forum, and that sort of thinking is unwelcome here :)

I dont buy into all this features affect sound . Iv got a rega p2 and had multiple tables from big manufacturers over the years none of them come close to build or most importantly sound to my technics 1200 and my 1978 pioneer pl 518 direct drive ( with auto return).

I have these decks and I'm so glad I didn't spend all the money on technics. Great strong turntables perfect for mixing, recommend for anyone.

I wouldn’t necessarily call the 140 up tight in sound quality. It, like all TTs, sounds different than other TTs, but it’s served me well as a listening table. Previously, I owned the 120, and I can say from personal experience that it’s worth the upgrade.

@vaughntonkin539

3 жыл бұрын

Just bought the 140, I'm currently staying with friend in Adelaide, I had ebay seller send it to ADL, $15 cheaper than regional Peterborough SA, I unboxed it and heard the motor is dead silent, I haven't yet auditioned it, the friend here was busy and I asked to borrow a phono ready amp & headphones. The Tech 1200 MK4 has a humming transformer giving it the BSR like hum crap between songs, I will replace the 100V laminate T/former with 240V toroid, will update on any results regarding buzz pickup in RE: 140 TT, hopefully improvement over 120 spec

I am very happy with my Audio Technica LP140XP. The turntable is recommended for DJs, but with a good cartridge it is better than many turntables for audiophiles. The reason is the direct drive, no belt drive turntable will satisfactorily reproduce low frequencies in the 32 Hz range (rumble).

Lights and pitchfader do not degrade sound quality, not in any technical or objectively tangible way, unless the turntable is really badly designed. The more likely reason people "hear" these sorts of things is because they can see these features and read the letters "dj" rather than "audiophile" on the box which in turn biases their perception of sound.

Thank you for your review. I will tell you why I went for the 140: direct drive, s-shaped tonearm, ample capability of switching shell-mounted p&p carts from AT itself (and Ortofon), no preamp stage, no belt hassle, fully manual. All at a price that won't break the bank. Some people like to think they will upgrade their cart by themselves once they've bought a straight-tonearmed Rega or Pro-Ject. I'd rather avoid that. I'd keep wondering if I set up the cart correctly, even with the help of an expensive protractor. A considerable amount of manual/visual ability is needed to work those tiny screws, washers and screwdrivers. Not to mention going about the contacts. Been there, done that, not for me. I'll go with factory-fitted shells any day. Some people like to have to deal with obstructions, probably because they can afford buying tools in order to overcome them, or they're very gifted technicians, or both. Some might like the symbolic/identitarian dimension of that. Not a problem, but no thanks.

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds good and I hope you have a great time with your 140. It's a fine turntable.

Having more options, like strobe and pitch control, doesn't mean that it will produce noise and is not for audiophiles. Not at all. But if you have the money, go for the more expensive DD turntables from Technics.

If you buy an entry-level belt-driven Pro-Ject or a Rega P1, you'd better be ready to live with W&F in the range of 0.17 to 0.27% ... which is not acceptable to me because it will get even worse over time. In comparison, direct drive DJ decks like the Reloop RP7000Mk2, the PLX-1000 or the LP140 (all of them are Hanpin so-called Super OEMs by the way) often offer a rock steady 0.01%. As for vibration, these DJ decks are built for club environments and are thus very rigid towards feedback, often with dead silent rubber-coated platters, tonearms with inline rubber coating and good absorption from the feet. So in the price range below or up to 500€, I personally would never buy a so-called "audiophile" entry-level turntable that probably even comes with a totally overrated Ortofon 2M Red cartridge. Serious belt-driven models start with something like the Fluance RT-85. Acrylic platter, decent W&F, a decent 2M Blue. Or a Rega P3. These are different animals altogether. But in the lower range, a solid direct drive system with a decent cartridge is the way to go.

@rbrtttzw

2 жыл бұрын

Yes guy. I agree.

@PiecesofVinyl

2 жыл бұрын

So you would consider the Fluance RT-85 over this AT140?

@svenschwingel8632

2 жыл бұрын

@@PiecesofVinyl depends on what you expect from a deck. The AT-140 is more versatile with its adjustable VTA but the RT-85 might have the better tonearm. If I wanted a purist experience, I'd choose the RT-85 but overall, I gravitate towards direct drive 😬

@hifipi3.14

Жыл бұрын

Just ordered a 140 and one of the deciding factors was watching a DJ explain belt drives don’t hold speed. To me that seems pretty important for music. The audiophile tables fret over every little nuance but don’t accomplish a foundational thing like tempo properly.

@svenschwingel8632

Жыл бұрын

@@hifipi3.14 if you venture into the higher price ranges, belt-driven turntables can become pretty stable indeed with inaudible W&F. But then, we're talking Rega Planar 3 and above which is a significant investment, given that such a deck also needs an appropriate cartridge. The 140 is a solid choice for the money (I own a Pioneer PLX-1000 myself which is pretty much identical) and leaves some budget for a decent cartridge and some stuff you'll need for record care. Good choice my man. 👍🏻

I bought one two days ago! Waiting on Fed Ex to bring it. I bought a vintage 1974 Fisher 8 track receiver with green backlight. Now I am looking for a vintage reel to reel, and cassette deck! My suitcase Crosley started this lol!You know my albums cost more.......Love your channel! cheers mate!

Thank you! Great review. Had it down to the Fluance and AT, but when you through in Kraftwerk, I'm going for the AT with a Orofon Red.

@huskylvr4evr

3 жыл бұрын

I just bought the AT. Ordered the Ortofon Blue just to go up another level. Should get it in few days. When setting up the AT I setup tracking at 2 grams. And even with the xp3 cartridge sounds pretty good listening to my old rock albums.

So I’ve seen a few of your videos where you recommended the Rega P1 a over other similarly priced decks in both performance and price. But, personally, I had a horrible experiences with Rega. First, in the US, the P1 is as low as $450, which bid $100 more then what you can find the AT140 at. Secondly, I owned 2 Rega P1 decks and I returned one and sold the other. My main issue with them was the motor noise. I reached out to Rega numerous times about the issue and they told me to let the motor settle. After 2 months the noise never went away and I replaced it with another P1, which also exhibited the same issue. I kept that one for a year and replaced it with a used Technics SL 23 w/ AT450 cartridge, which blows away the Rega at a 1/3 of the price. My wife, who couldn’t care less about audio quality, noticed a huge improvement. The Rega P1 is overrated IMO.

Love the video. Thank you. P. S. I own a Superscope TT-5. I intend to buy an Audio-Technica 120 AT-LP120X. Is the brand new AT better than the old Superscope? I am looking forward to your opinion. Thx!

The vinyl behind your head is phenomenal. Have all Shearing works, including with Mel Torme! And Julie London's as well. Gustavo Caldas. Cheers...

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Good stuff! Nice of you to notice, Gustavo.

Just placed an order for AT-LP140XP, along with ATN-VM95E stylus (to replace included ATN-XP3) since I'm planning to use it for "HiFi" purposes, rather than DJ ones.

@tur74d56

4 жыл бұрын

Trekkie4 did you change it ? How was the sound and what about the tracking force setting

@Trekkie4

4 жыл бұрын

@@tur74d56 I did change it, yes. Sorry, I was never notified of your question. I actually tried several different cartridges and styli but the VM95E sounds and performs very good. Even better than stock VM95 cartridge, because the included XP3 body uses different coils, resulting with much higher output voltage. Definitely recommend!

@keremaltun2622

3 жыл бұрын

How does xp3 sounds,is it enough for a non audiophile or is it really so bad

With this turntable can you connect straight to a powered speaker and use or do you need something to join them.?

Got the Audio Technica 1240XP and it does Rock - Great for The Stones And Depeche Mode //. Thanks

Great review. Please explain how the direct drive of the AT affect the transients, I'd very much like to know. Thanks.

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Joel - the direct drive motor does enhance the focus although the bass leaning output does soften the precision a tad.

I have a 140 and the first thing I did out of the box and before watching this review, backed my tracking off to 2g. After a few months, I upgraded the cart to an Ortofon 2m Black. This really opened the sound stage in terms of size and imaging. I agree that this deck hits good with rock/metal/EDM and I also think it punches above it's weight class. If I had to pick between the entry level decks from U-Turn, Pro-Ject and Rega I would pick this every time.

@hifipi3.14

Жыл бұрын

The Andrew Robinson route, nice. I just ordered one with similar intentions using an audio technica VM760SLC. If I’m not happy I’ll actually get a Technics but this route seems like a great value.

@ncironhorse8367

Жыл бұрын

@@hifipi3.14 I am now using this with an Ortofon 2m Bronze and the difference is amazing between that and the black. Opens up things even more.

@cedricvanderhauwaert6527

Жыл бұрын

@@hifipi3.14 I'm very curious as to the results. I currently have an Audio Technica VM95ML on my Denon DP-400 but would like to upgrade eventually to the VM760SLC if it's worth it...

@hifipi3.14

Жыл бұрын

@@cedricvanderhauwaert6527 Long story short I was really disappointed with the build quality of the LP140, all cheap plastic and it looks and feels like cheap plastic. So I returned that table without ever putting the better cartridge on. I went with the Technics SL-1500C and I'm very happy with that. I did upgrade the cartridge from the 2M Red to a Nagaoka MP-200 and loving this combination. So no comments on the 760SLC but I would highly recommend the MP-200 if you're looking for something with a smoother, fuller sound. If you want crazy detail I would imagine the AT is the way to go.

I’m looking at upgrading at getting the 140X, but upgrading the cartridge to an Audio Technica 540ML RigB, which is certainly a step up from the XP3. Gonna pair it with a Pro-Ject Phono Box S2, just because of the wriggle room with impedance load adjustment that it gives you with it. I listen to a lot of 80’s-90’s rock, so I think this turntable would be perfect for me!

Great review!! Im not an audiophile by any means but did find your mentioning of the "bits" just by being there get in the way. Was wondering if you've covered that in the past or could cover that in a little more detail as it does sound interesting. And of course there is always the power cable "bit". Was wondering how you feel about this since you did mention to upgrade and if so what would you upgrade to and why?

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

For the cable? That would depend on your budget. Apart from that, can you be more specific about what further information you require please?

@isaachansen7022

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan I would like to know what your recommendation would be on a cartridge for the 140.

I agree that one should change the supplied cartidge....like the Denon DL103r, AT -VM 95 ML. I cannot tell the difference from my Michell Gyrodec, costing ten times as much.

Hi Paul, a have a question: if you choose to put an Ortofon 2MRed on the LP140, should you buy a new mat to adjust the height, or can you just leave it as it is (with the felt mat that comes with it)?

@TrueAudio

7 ай бұрын

no need - the 140 height is adjustable

You can easily use a Hifi needle from a VM95 cartridge, Audio Technica says they are compatible with the XP ones so nothing to adjust simply replace. I would recommend the red 95ML needle, but if that is too expensive (140 pounds) the green VM95 needle would be comparable to the 2M Red system. With the red 95ML needle it has a higher resolution + separation due to the MicroLinear pure diamond (not a bonded one as the 2M red or the VM95E) it will sound much more fine-grain and relaxed but still has more power than others in that class. Compared to the Rega, yes the Rega sounds relaxed as well but it is also a bit energyless (exhausted) on louder pop or very dynamic classical due to the delivered cartridge. Also, the high-pitched piano sound on the Technics 1500c or LP 140XP seems to be more stable compared to the Rega 1. But essentially you should hear that at the dealer to compare what fits your needs or favors.

So between this one and the Pioneer PLX-1000, which way would you go?

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

I have yet to review the Pioneer so take my comments with some caution. Talking to colleagues, I would deduce that the Pioneer has the edge but then it should, it's more expensive. I would recommend an improved cartridge, for audiophile use though.

@techstyle123

3 жыл бұрын

Reloop 7000 and Denon V12 prime are also good

Hi Paul, I have been living with my Audiotechnia LP 140 for a few months now and although I know its not strictly an audiophile turntable I’m loving it. I have a couple of questions for you - is it worth buying an external pre amp and is it worth buying an audiophile mains lead and RCA cables rather than using those supplied. I know you consider this turntable to be more of a lifestyle turntable rather than an audiophile one I don’t know if upgrading/ adding these to this turntable would be as effective as adding them to something like a Rega Planer or a Project turntable. I have a budget and can’t afford to be spending copious amounts of money on my set up, however I do intend to get a orfon 2 M Red at some point in the future - any thoughts you may have would be gratefully received thank you Paul

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you're enjoying your 140, Paul. Yes, an external phono amp is definitely worth it to lower the noise floor and enhance sound quality. And yes, cable upgrades are also worth it for the same reason. When I grade an item as 'lifestyle', I'm not denigration it. The term is a common usage label to describe a component that provides ease of use, bundled features and often, non-essential aesthetics. Lifestyle kit can still sound great. Check out QED for low-cost cabling and Pro-Ject's MM Phono amplifier for around £65. A 2M Red is good choice. Also look at the Goldring E3.

@paulmcleod8370

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan Thank you Paul for your advice I take your ‘lifestyle’ quote as you mean it lol. I hadn’t the first idea which pre amp to use so thats great and I will deffo check out the Goldring cart many thanks once again - have a wonderful Christmas 👍😉

Received my AT140 and just set it up. It’s a nice piece! ❤️

@rustymixer2886

3 жыл бұрын

Has reverse button?

@sclearance58

3 жыл бұрын

@@rustymixer2886 yes it does....

@rustymixer2886

3 жыл бұрын

@@sclearance58 awesome thx is this better than lp120usb

@sclearance58

3 жыл бұрын

@@rustymixer2886 yes! No preamp though! Make sure you fit the power cord in good , jiggle if it doesn’t come on.

@rustymixer2886

3 жыл бұрын

@@sclearance58 ah ok cool its belt or direct?

Hello , I have the AT 1240 LP ( not to be confused with the 120 or 140) and even though it is the better DJ TT it can still be considered an audiophile TT with some improvements , I changed the cart to Ortofon super om40 ,upgraded the cables and I use an acrylic platter instead of cork or rubber or felt plus it sits on a slab of granite , quite happy with this TT .

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi William - glad to hear that you'e enjoying your music.

Ortofon 2M BLue makes a HUGE difference over the xp3 even over the 2M Red. Even though it's a DJ deck; with the O 2M Blue, it's now a pretty darn good TT. I'll probably get a technics RGS0008 adjust for the new height and call it done & dusted.

@thomaspouskas210

2 жыл бұрын

Ortofon blue is a giant killer stylus....

@peterstudley1804

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Nancy, just an idea have you thought about a RGS 0010 ,instead as these older mats are 6mm in thickness as apposed to 3mm . These RGS 0010 are getting harder to find should you see one bag it while you still can.

Thanks for the review. I have always wondered about how the knock offs of the Technics SL1200 fare. I cannot speak to AT 140, but I can share my experience on having an DJ table as as hi end analog source. It is interesting since the 1200's were intended to be an Audiophile table, and not the DJ table that garnered most of its accolades. I own the GAE reissue, even though it kept all the features of the SL series its DJ bells and whistles have not seemed to inhibit its ability to perform as an audiophile table. It actually has kept pace with an SOTA sapphire with SME 309 arm that I regrettably had to let go due it being to big to work in my new setup. I chose the Technics because the footprint was compact and I had great experiences, during my college days, with their reliability. Nonetheless, I was grieving the loss of the SOTA, (It was a dream table of mine.) when I was pleasantly surprised how well the GAE handle an the heavy $1500.00 Grado wood body cartridge, I like. The technics arm tracked better, plus the unit's noise floor was mush quieter. For about $2500.00 less than the SOTA rig to boot. Over the years I have owned several notable brands, Rega, Project, and Thorens. Of all the things I have owned I have liked this so called DJ's table the best. Albeit I will never ever use the pitch control.

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Ridire Fáin - thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. Very welcome :)

I own LP140 for a month now and pretty happy with it. At first, I was disappointed by the sound quality compared to my old TT (and it was Rega P1 :D) But then I've changed the mat from felt to cork and rubber, and changed the cartridge to Nagaoka MP110. Now it sounds awesome. So, if anyone is planning to buy this table, be prepared to spend some extra money, if you want it to sound truly enjoyable. Now I'm planning to buy Schiit Mani phono preamp to complete my set-up.

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Lock - glad you're happy with your 140 (and that's the main thing, of course). As you've found out, the 140 is eminently tweakable. You can have hours of fun with it, on that basis. :)

@tuturuism

4 жыл бұрын

How's the antiskate and motor noise? Mine came faulty from factory and had to be flown from US all the way to Ecuador so I can't really go for the technical service.

@andrewdoan1293

4 жыл бұрын

when you are at the Mani phone stage pre amp, get some low resistance RCA cables , you will be a happy camper.

@vaughntonkin539

3 жыл бұрын

@@tuturuism Sound like the flaws of the classic LP120, AT has revised the anti-skate in all TT's 2017 onward

@JulianchoMaiden

2 жыл бұрын

@@tuturuism I've recently bought one and the antiskating does work. Very solid machine with a great sound, obviously depending on the preamp, cartridge, and of course the set up and alignment.

If I was going to buy a turntable technica 140 would this be a good buy as first choice getting back into music hifi build. So it would grate with rock. Thanks very helpful. I love to rock

The AT LP5 and AT LP7 look like the winners in the current AT line up. I was thinking about trying the new AT VM95ML looks like could be a winner. If you get a chance to review the Fluance RT 85, please do.

@therealchickentender

3 жыл бұрын

VM95ML is an amazing bargain. Even better one is LPGear A3SV. Fluance RT85 is same as RT83 - exactly the same except for the acrylic platter, and it comes with a 2M Blue rather than Red. (I can't stand the Red anyhow.) Makes the 85 a very good deal just in cost savings if you want the 2M Blue..... But the VM95ML and A3SV are both better. I'd stick either on this AT and be done.

Oh, gotcha, thanks man, was just wondering, thanks man....... 👍👊💪🙏😎

I have used DJ turntables for “audiophile” purposes and have had no problems. The only thing I needed to do was use an appropriate cartridge.

@lil.yeastinfection

3 жыл бұрын

what would a good cartridge be?

@bikdav

3 жыл бұрын

@@lil.yeastinfection Any cartridge that is intended to serve your purpose. Specifically, a heavy duty DJ cartridge may not the best for, so called, "critical listening."

@isaachansen7022

3 жыл бұрын

@@bikdav for listening on the 140, do you have a recommended cartridge?

@bikdav

3 жыл бұрын

@@isaachansen7022 I would say the Ortofon 2M Red or one of the eclipticle stylus Audio- Technica cartridges.

Thx for the review, but I still have a question. Is there a sound quality difference between the AT-LP120USB and the 140X when you use the phono output? Let say that for both we have replaced the original cartridge by a 2M red. I saw a review of someone who opened the 120 to find out if the signal goes straight out if you use the phono output. For the 120 it was not the case, because there was some high band filtering involved. Is this the same with the 140?

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hey there Filip - the fact that the 140 does not have an internal phono amp means that the 140 does not suffer from internal, high frequency noise transference. So even if both decks are connected to external phono amps, then the 140 has an advantage. That said, the 140 also has a range of other design advantages that will result in superior sound. Not just the results connected to phono amp issues. One extra thing, if you're looking to buy an Audio-Technica turntable, you might want to wait a bit because I'm about to tackle the LP5x. I will compare that to the 140 (and other turntables too). Be a week or two if you can hang on.

@filipvanhuy531

4 жыл бұрын

Hello, Thank you for your answer. The LP5x is no option for me. I’m looking for a turntable who is versatile to use as a DJ turntable, but who has also the possibility to give qualitative sound when listening at home more like a audiophile. For the moment I have two AT-LP120USB’s, with an Ortofon Concorde Club MK2 cartridge upgrade. This gave an enormous boost in comparison with the AT95-E. But even with the Ortofon cartridge I had no clear high frequencies when using the phono output. With the line output it is great. My question is: if you should compare the 120 while using the line output and the 140 with only a phono output, which one would give the best sound quality? I have a qualitative DJM 900NXS2 with line and phono inputs. Additional to that: If you would compare the 140 with the Technics SL1200 MK7, would the Technics give a much better sound quality? Price of the Technics is more than double….

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Filip - That's a bt of an unfair comparison really because an external phono amp provides a mighty sound quality boost. Especially when there's not too much distance in price terms. The 140 will provide big bass, yes but the finesse from the external amp will be significant. The Technics would win out, incidentally.

@vaughntonkin539

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan I( have removed the high filters from the 120USB, but there is evidence the int pre is wired to the cart full time, which means 2 preamps running off the cart when ext pre is used

@vaughntonkin539

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan Did you detect any motor noise on the 140?, tuturuism said to me it wasn't dead quiet, there are plenty on YT about the old 120 motor issues

I agree it’s more pressure on stylus to vinyl for dj speakers bass for it not to skip - live time on records is less 😃☝️😏 thank you

if you like the looks of a Technics SL 1200, why not get one? Won’t it be better sounding and better constructed?

So what cartridge would you recommend? let’s say to just listen to your vinyls but I don’t want it to scratch or harm my vinyls.

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

Depends on your budget but the VM95E from Audio-Technica itself would be a good move I reckon.

Well...I ran into an issue with the 140xp. So I brought it back for a refund. Ordered myself a Pro-ject Debut Carbon Esprit SB DC. Swapped in the 2m Blue since I already had it. Loving it. The 140xp is cheaply made but with the right cartridge sound was pretty good. but I'm glad I made the switch.

I own the Lenco 3808 with a AT95E stylus, and Rubber Cork mat. And use is as a listening turntable. sounds great to me.

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Sounds good, Wilesco 53 - I reviewed that very turntable and gave it an award-winning rating. Great for the price.

I liked my Ortofon 2m Bronze a lot, but I upgraded to 2m Black. TT: Technics SL-1210 MK2. Is this turntable a D.J. turntable? Yes it is! But not only: this combination - turntable and cartrige - sounds not only very good but absolutely audiophile.

@peterstudley1804

2 жыл бұрын

The question goes out to Alexander, hi there , what is Audiophile? OK you have a lovely old technics sl1210 MK2 , and a ortofon 2mm black which in itself sounds/ seems all well and dandy . Personally speaking the ortofon black could be considered overkill, but each to their own. I have a technics SL1200 G running on ortofon 2m bronze and I also use a nagaoka mp200 and I also use a AT3600L cartridge which is surprising good , does this make me an audiophile? The answer is no , no it doesn't it's very subjective, I just like well engineered record decks that sounds good to me , and after all the rest of my system could be considered as utter rubbish , and probably is compared to what some people have, the point is 2 good links don't make a strong chain.

Many thanks for your review, I'm wondering what would be your recommendations in the upgrading of the cables, I'm interested in what replacements you had in mind when swopping out. All the best Si

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question Si. New? Chord has a C-Power for £50 but you may be able to find older QED power cables on eBay for £20-£30. Well worth seeking out.

@Ascent41

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan awesome, thank you.

Did you use the same carts with the 140 and Rega?

Whats the body made from? Plastic like the lp120X?

The cartridge on the LP140 is solid, get a microline replacement styles from Audio Technica. I have the Shibata version, VM95SH cartridge and it is excellent.

@tur74d56

3 жыл бұрын

Same here the Shibata is the best for this turntable, sound is amazing

@ClayMationNation

3 жыл бұрын

What's the upgrade stlylus for the stock cartridge on the 140?

Mine should be arriving today. I'm going to do a couple tests with the XP3 on it, but then I'm throwing a VM95ML on there. I may also do some testing by putting the old VMN95e stylus back on.

@cubdukat

4 жыл бұрын

Well, I just got it...and it's going back. There's a really loud hum going on with it.

@cjsvinyl

4 жыл бұрын

@@cubdukat Good ol audio technica strikes again! Reasons to just buy a used SL-1200 on EBay. My SL-1200 is 18 years old, and in the 2 years that I've had it, I still haven't had one problem with it. Flawless tank!

@cubdukat

4 жыл бұрын

Cj's Vinyl I looked for some 1200’s, but even the crappiest one was way out of my league. The other reason I went with the 140 was I could get it right away for $299; i would have never paid the four bills for it. The second 140 was much better behaved. I’ve had it for a couple weeks now, and it’s staying. Maybe down the road I’ll sell it on eBay and put that towards a true 1200. All anyone seems to want to sell are the Mk2, and I want one of the Mk5 models like you have.

@tur74d56

4 жыл бұрын

Larry Wilson I got one and changed the stylus like you to 95e , it sounded clearer however I was not impressed, I’m going to get the top end stylus in the range of the VMN , The Brown Shibata , fingers crossed its sounds good for the price

@vaughntonkin539

3 жыл бұрын

@@cjsvinyl 1200's can have problems with humming transformers, stinking up the silence between tracks, I have a MK4

I need a good budget turntable that I can easily swap cartridge for to play all 3 speeds and is automatic. What do you recommend?

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

Do you have a budget?

@joshualieder7524

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan well under 400 dollars...sorry I took so long. Prefer onboard preamp. I listen to many older pop vocalists. I have an audio technica lp120 w bluetooth. I can change manufacturers.

How about the anti skating function in this model? I have the LP-AT120-USB where the thing is pulled up to maximum and still doesn't do the job correctly. Some people complain about that, some show their own ways to fix the problem. The spring is way too loose and even cutting it in half doesn't bring the right tension...

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

I didn't have any anti-skate issues with the 140 during the test, I have to say.

@vaughntonkin539

3 жыл бұрын

You can buy a replacement spring from AT, it is thicker gauge and slightly shorter

HI ! Nice presentation, but I want to ask you, because I'm looking for a device. Does the Audio-Technica AT-LP140XP have an auto power off feature? Does the arm eventually return to normal? I couldn't find any video to watch it and I want to buy such a device. A good day !

@TheAudiophileMan

Ай бұрын

No but if you want an automatic turntable check this one out: PRO-JECT A1 FULLY AUTOMATIC TURNTABLE. BACKGROUND, CLOSE UP, REVIEW & FLUANCE RT81 COMPARISON kzread.info/dash/bejne/gZiO0sx6nKybZag.html

@GabiFodorrasRO

Ай бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan Thank You very much

Have you done any reviews on the Fluance Rt85? Acrylic platter, Orofon Blue, very good price. Extremely curious about this model.

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

Afraid not, it took me all my time to get the 81 and 83 because there's no recognised UK PR - my home base - and thus I had to deal with the PR over the Pond.

I own this turntable. My old turntable died, and I needed to replace it. I have it paired with a Cambridge Audio amp, and my old seventies albums live again. I don't care about the DJ features. What I really wanted was a direct drive turntable. I'm pleased with it.

Helo, what do you think would be better for me for djing not schrach than for mixing techno and house Audio technica 140 or Reloop rp 7000mk2, thanks

@TheAudiophileMan

2 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't like to say, Mirsad. I'm not a DJ and don't know enough about the subject to advise you, I'm afraid. 2-channel home hi-fi? Absolutely. DJ advice? Nah :)

Hi There!!! I have 2 turntable which is At-140xp and Denon df 400. I looking for great cartridge for budget £150 for at lp140xp. I try the Ortofon red before I didn’t like it. What u recommend? Many thank

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Gareth - why did you dislike the Ortofon? It may help in guiding you elsewhere.

@gaz2g

4 жыл бұрын

The Audiophile Man well, at first it was nice but when I got change to realignment because it wasn’t groove and kept skipping record. It not getting the sound I really want to get sound of guitar puckin, when I play the record at home with my family and they think it out distorted sound. I did everything to try get great sound back. But it sort of lost my way to use it.

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Gareth - Your skipping and distortion issues sound disturbing. That shouldn't happen and doesn't happen normally with a 2M Red and I wonder if there are other issues there. If you are looking for a different sound then a Golding E3 should serve well.

Is the Shure M44G a good enough cartridge! Better or worse than these 2M whatchamacallits? I want something on my 140 better than those 2Ms an even better audio file cartridge! What would you recommend?

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

What's your budget, Mike?

Lowering track force below what is recommended opens the door to mist racking, sibilance distortion and potential record wear. Proceed with caution. If you hear something nasty, put it back where it's intended to be.

@TrueAudio

7 ай бұрын

this cartridge can track anywhere from 2g to 4g with no issue

Interesting. My Technics SU-V9 integrated amp has two phono stages. I have both a Project Carbon EVO (with a Ortofon 2m Blue) and a Audio Technica AT-120XUSB (with a AT-VM95E) hooked to it. I like them both however they both serve very different purposes.

I use the Pioneer PLX-500. 'White' why is it no one seems to talk about it? I love it, works and sound great. I use the 2mRed Ortofon though. Not the stock one it came with.

@cubdukat

4 жыл бұрын

Lovelorn88 Nick I’ve always wondered about that myself. I especially want to know whether it shares the same problems the first-gen AT-LP120 had because they’re based on the same Hanpin model. Supposedly Pioneer was more hands-on with Hanpin on a couple things than AT was, and it may have a better preamp as a result.

@vaughntonkin539

4 жыл бұрын

@@cubdukat The PLX 500 might have same pre as the 120

Great video many thanks! Out of curiosity, have you compared it to the Pioneer PLX-1000? How does it compare? Just checking.... cheers!

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

I haven't, I'm afraid, but that's only because a review sample hasn't been made available. I'll make a note for the future.

@Strfanopita

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan Thanks!

@frederikjacob1985

3 жыл бұрын

They are made at the hanpin factory both. All super oems like they are called are as electronics go the same. Only some Parts are different. But nothing to do with the sounds of the turntable. I'm doubting beetween a refurbished SL 1200 MK2 of the 140.

@Strfanopita

3 жыл бұрын

@@frederikjacob1985 Thanks Frederik. I've read that the Pioneer PLX-1000 sound quality is excellent compared to the AT and others, that's where the Pioneer shines apparently...!

@frederikjacob1985

3 жыл бұрын

@@Strfanopita the pioneer and the reloop are among the best in therms of build Quality. But the audio technica isn't far behind

Hi!, the atxp3 is for use with DVS and some scratch?

@capt.Justin

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! you can use it with DVS and you can also scratch with it. I would recommend you get better slipmat tho

Get well soon!

That's a great review! I decided to buy the AT-LP140XP even if isn't an audiophile turntable, i'm not an audiophile so it fits me. I listen to plenty of Italo disco, pop, rock, so it'll fit perfectly, i also preffer the more powerful motor and the damped platter too, i will also enjoy the strobe and the cueing light!

@TheAudiophileMan

11 ай бұрын

Sounds like you are an audiophile to me :)

Hello I am just enquiring I'm not no sound expert I just want a nice looking turntable for my amplifier at home which should I go for the AT-LP120XUSB or AT-LP140xp and I have got a onkyo TXNR686 amplifier thank you very much

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul - that depends on a few things. The 140 is more expensive so cash is the first pause for thought. The 140 doesn't have a built-in USB port for ripping, neither has it a built-in phono amp (your Onkyo does have one, though, so that's not an issue for yourself). I'd say that the 140 is sonically superior to the 120 but, if you go for the 140, I'd change the cartridge to an AT-VM95E which costs around £40. The built-in cart is fine for now if cash is tight but look to upgrade when you can. An external phono amp is another upgrade for the future to improve sound (Pro-Ject sell one for around £60 from Amazon).

@vaughntonkin539

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan The TC-750 is better than Pro-ject, I had the phonobox model, it sounded darker, the HiViNYWS guy doesn't recommend it and Graham Slee Gram amp and Emotiva were the losers

I have it and Love it!

which turntable would you recommend to get in the 350-500 US Dollars threshold?? (as of Feb2021)

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

That depends on your needs and requirements. There are different turntables for different people. The 140 here is a good example of that. Is sound your one and only priority or do you have other requirements?

@elpupogriton

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan I currently have a Fluance RT81 (standard AT95E stylus) thru an NAD 3225PE and Pioneer BS22, just that...I was wondering if I could or should get a better 'bang for the buck' than what I have now.... Also, my collection is not that big (300 records) and it's varied so I'd prefer a 'one size fits all' if that makes any sense.... Thanks in advance for sharing your expertise and congrats on your channel!

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

Take a look at the NAD 558 which is a tad over your budget but worthy of a listen: kzread.info/dash/bejne/rJ2mlcermK3TZ5M.html

This was humourous and informative.Thank you for presenting this.

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

That's very kind of you to say so - thanks :)

Just one more question , hope my Audio-Technica is not going to ruin my records it’s brand new , unfortunately I can’t not hear difference as this is my first turntable , I wanted to listen the sound of Analog through my Headphone Amp to my headphones when I play brand new records it sounds sweet and no white noise but I bought some old one in a job lot and they sound good but with tiny little white noise

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

You may want to consider a decent vinyl cleaning system. That will improve sonics on a basic level.

@zindahoon

3 жыл бұрын

Dear sir , thank you so much.

Great review, thank you.

I have the old LP120 that peave me off with it's motor pulse noise and buzz pickup (after adding ground wire and disconnecting internal ground from tonearm), I'm looking into this 140 that should have decent ground and quiet motor

@tuturuism

4 жыл бұрын

It does not have a quiet motor and grounding is pathetic. Also mine came with a faulty Anti-Skate which I fixed but ended up being overactive. I would not recomend it for hi-fi listening. Even tried a Nagaoka MP110. The cartridge it comes with is phenomenal for DJ tho as it will stay on the groove mo matter what

@vaughntonkin539

4 жыл бұрын

@@tuturuism Are you saying the 140 is as bad as the 120 re: motor noise and shty ground ? I have been using the Nag 110 with my 120, I have removed the filters responsible for muffled treble and my preamp is a TC-778 (same as 750 but with 78 EQ switch), The coupling caps in my 778 have been upgraded to WIMA 1uF on both in & out stages ( I learned this from superaudiobestfriends website pg 3) on G search about the 750. The AS has been repaired with upgrade spring from AT (TAG service in Aust) I've found using a fully earthed amplifier keeps the buzz reasonably low, one without earth buzz is twice as bad

@tuturuism

4 жыл бұрын

@@vaughntonkin539 It does have grounding but it's not great. The metal ballast on botton of the turntable is conected by a spring to the end of the two rca connectors, lot of buzz

@vaughntonkin539

4 жыл бұрын

@@tuturuism It may help to disconnect the RCA ground from the spring and the tonearm from the spring, leave the tonearm braided shield connected to ground post, It sounds like this 140 doesn't have adequate shielding around the phono cart wires, I might as well go with the tech Mk4 I have sitting around, I was looking into converting it to 240v in without having to mess around with SD power supplies. The transformer inside these are proprietary fitment which means a generic transformer can't be mounted in the Tnics tt

@tuturuism

4 жыл бұрын

@@vaughntonkin539 I will try to use the wires coming from the tonearm to ground it properly. Will update

I bought one of these in March (actually, two; I had to return the first one because of hum problems), and on the whole, I'm very happy with it. If there's one problem I have with it, it's that the tonearm bearings seem to be somewhat loose because when I put the tonearm down on the record, it visibly shudders for a second once it's in the groove. Right now it's just a minor thing that I will eventually have looked at, but for the moment it's doing everything I need it to do and very well. Now all I need to do is find a good LOMC to throw on it. I'm looking at either the Denon DL-301 II or the Hana EL/SL.

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Larry - thanks for the post but I wouldn't go MC with the 140. You said it yourself, the tonearm can't handle it. The arm is built to a price. The support it will offer will not get the best from a MC so you'll largely be wasting your cash on a MC purchase. I would recommend a turntable upgrade it you want to walk on that path. I would stay MM with the 140. A Goldring E3 would do well.

@vaughntonkin539

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan do you still have the 140?, if so can you pull the bottom cover off and see how well the tonearm base is shielded from external interference, eg power board placed behind the TT, which after years grappling with buzz on the old 120, I moved the board well away and a big improvement, but the random dirty power still plays havoc with the setup, esp during footy games, possibly a plasma TV up the street wire chain ( I'm on the tail end of power line) and one other thing - Is the mains earth connected to ground post and top plinth?

@cubdukat

3 жыл бұрын

@@vaughntonkin539 I'll have to check that. It's out of warranty now, so I can more or less do what I want to it. I actually voided it not long after I bought it because I tightened the tonearm bearings as best I could. I'm very happy with the sound. The only thing that bothers me is the grounding issue. Apart from that it's doing quite well.

@vaughntonkin539

3 жыл бұрын

@@cubdukat I just bought the 140, The mains earth is connected to the ground post, the audio grounds are separate just like Technics

Perfect for old 45's and 78's

Hi. Jesus this review made everything really difficult for me...I wanted to buy this as an upgrade from my dual 1228. Now I don’t know..I want a 3 speed player with posibilities for adjustments. What should I do?

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Caius - why is it difficult? Can you elaborate?

@CaiusRo

4 жыл бұрын

The dual was exceptional. I want something that is very adjustable and direct drive but you said it has issues. I am oscilating between the 120 and the 140 for home use. My amp and speakers are hi-res. What would be best?..

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

OK - it might be an idea to wait for my Audio-Technica LP5x review - coming soon!

@CaiusRo

4 жыл бұрын

If it comes to my country. Yet to see

@vaughntonkin539

3 жыл бұрын

@@CaiusRo Get one off ebay if local retailers don't stock it

Would the Lenco sound the same if the Lenco had the 2M red on it personally the headshell makes the turntable

@TheAudiophileMan

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Barry - a turntable is a team of components working successfully together. Everything matters. In terms or priorities for the Lenco specifically - the cart does need an upgrade form the default. A £100 design is as high as I would go so, sure.

When I see Brian Eno & Japan records behind someone, that’s a person whose advice I can trust.

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi B. Stanley - Hehe, thank you. To paraphrase Lennon, I'm glad I passed the audition :)

i have one of these and I love it, I honestly do not understand what makes an "audiophile" turn table, this one does a great job at playing my records. about to get me a dedicated pre amp for it to boost that sound. also working on getting an ortofon m2 blue

@TrueAudio

7 ай бұрын

"audiophile" turn table has absolutely no features - just plays vinyl

I have 2 LP140XP's connected to my Allen Heath Xone 23 mixer and super happy how they sound. Of course playing house music, funk and minimal. First thing i did was immediately swapped out the carts to the Shure M44-7 much louder than the stock carts. I also played around with an Ortofon 2M Blue that I have on my minty Technics 1200 MK2 and sounded very nice. Though for listening to my albums, I prefer my Technics 1200 MK2 with the Ortofon 2M Blue. I did have 2 LP120 prior to the LP140XP and love the upgrade. Would have gone with a Technics 1200, but so difficult finding a mint one to match the one I currently own. I figured for the price of one minty Technics, I'd give the LP140XP a try. Though I will take you up on your suggestion of upgrading the rca/ground cables. Should help a little.

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Vinyl Masta - thanks for the insight into your system and glad I could be of help :)

@thabodlamini495

4 жыл бұрын

hey Vinyl Masta I've been following your posts on instagram great content you put up there, how long have you had the at lp140x and how is the anti skate on them?

@espresso1967

4 жыл бұрын

6 months and no issues with anti skate.

@thabodlamini495

4 жыл бұрын

@@espresso1967thanks man thats great news Im getting a pair soon

@DeeJayNuetrik

4 жыл бұрын

How's the torque? I'm a open format dj, I've been on 1200s, numark ttx, Stanton 150, and I owned the first gen audio technica 1240s. The 1240s where awesome but had to let them go. I seen these and liked the 1200 look with the recessed platter. I'm debating on these compared to the 1240xp. But these look good at the price point. And seen they 2.2cfkg of start up torque while the 1200s had 1.6cfkg of torque so I'm hoping these are about the same if not slightly better then the 1200s since I do some intermediate scratching so I don't want a drag and come off beat. Let me know please thank you. @vinyl masta

I got one for 3week and the motor jam. So ya i love the turntable but wish for the next one to have a good motor

I ended up ordering this turntable... Normally $500 CDN, and I got it for $113. Did I make a big mistake? I'm a casual listener. I just collect movie soundtracks to listen to for background music while I do whatever.

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

Listen to it in your system - if you enjoy your music then there's no mistake.

I can’t wait to compare this to my Rega P3. Vs my VPI Classic Sig

So this deck really isn't any good for just listening to music? I really like the simplicity of this turntable and its looks and no belt drive change for different speeds. Please help

@TheAudiophileMan

2 жыл бұрын

I didn’t say that. If you think this is the turntable for you then by all means grab it.

@christopherwilliams8104

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan I was looking at rega deck but the hassle of changing the belt for different speeds is annoying imo! Thanks for your reply 👍

Hi Paul, thanks for the review. I was thinking about getting this turntable as a start but after seeing the review, I'm not sure it's the best option for me. I'm looking for a good sound and willing to invest around 500-600 Euros into my new turntable (no build in phono amp or option to ‘rip’ vinyls needed). On your web you recommended Rega Planar 3, a NAD C588 or a Funk Firm Gett! to someone with similar priorities. Based on reviews Funk Firm Gett! seems like a winner to me (although a bit beyond my budget), but I'm not sure whether it's suitable for rock and metal music which is what would be played the most on it. On the other side you say Audio-Technica can be great for rock... Could you advise please what fits my needs best?

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Barbora - if the budget will stretch, then yes grab a Funk but you'll also need a cartridge (let me know your budget for that and I can suggest a few choices). Otherwise, stay in budget and get a Rega.

@barborastuchlikova4465

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your advice. I think it's worth to stretch my budget and go for the Funk. Regarding a cartridge, I have my eye on Ortofon 2M Blue. I don't wanna invest more than 200-250 into it.

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Barbora - The Blue is excellent and will work well. That said, I'd look seriously at the Goldring 1042 for the Funk. Check out my 1042 review in this channel.

@barborastuchlikova4465

4 жыл бұрын

Goldring 1042 really sounds great, it's just bit over by budget at the moment. Anyway, I'll keep it in mind and when I'm ready for and upgrade, Goldring will be my first choice.

That was an incredible review, THANK YOU!

Hi, is the body plastic?

Damn ! It’s over a month and I bought Audio Technica 120x now please tell me how can I have best sound ? I had project debut carbon in my mind but it did not have preamp and weight less thus I opted in for AT 120x now regretting after watching your video

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

If you're looking to tweak what you have to enhance sound quality, there's a few options for you. The cartridge can be improved to either a VM95E or you could veer towards the £100 mark towards something like a Goldring E3. A separate phono amp will be a big improvement. Isolating this tool from the turntable reduced the noise floor. A Pro-Ject MM Phono for £65 will do a job for you. There are other tweaks like isolation feet, a new platter mat, taking note of where the turntable is sited, etc. If you need more help, just shout.

@zindahoon

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much For your detailed reply mean a lot cheers 👍

@zindahoon

3 жыл бұрын

Dear ,The Audiophile Man Thanks a lot as external phone and cartridge has helped to improve sonic on my AT LP120x , can’t thank you enough my friend .. I owe you a nice dinner and wine at mines

Hello, my friend. What would you recommend now in 2024 to purchase in this price range for home listening pleasure. Thank you

@TheAudiophileMan

4 күн бұрын

Tell me what your budget is, exactly.

@HiEndApp

3 күн бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan 500 dollars

@TheAudiophileMan

3 күн бұрын

I’d look at the Pro-Ject EVO.

@HiEndApp

3 күн бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan But why Pro-Ject EVO? Why not AT? I would be very grateful for a couple of arguments

Thank you for the review but I have a complaint. All of you who review Dj turntables you compare them against Rega or Project TTs and you say that Rega or Project TTs are superior. But you ignore that a lot of people prefer DJ TTs because the headshell is removable and you can change any cartridge you want very easily. Have you ever thought that for many people the change of a cartridge is a nightmare on Rega or Progect TTs? I have a Thorens 160 and whenever I want to change the cartridge I have to go to friends or experienced salesmen. I can't do it myself. I plan to buy a DJ TT something like AT-LP140XP or Reloop RP4000 because you can buy headshells very cheap (normally around 20 euros) and change easily any cartridge you want. I searched for a second headshell for the Thorens 160 but the cost is 150-180 euros at Ebay so I prefer to buy a second new TT. Greetings.

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

Of course, it's not only DJ-type decks that feature removable headshells. The Jelco series of audiophile arms (www.jelco-ichikawa.co.jp/cn3/tonearms.html) provide the same feature, for example. There's even non-DJ turntables from Audo-Technica that do the same so I would disagree to some extent on that point. DJ-type decks, I believe, offer a cultural connection for many users, a look, a style and an attitude. But the DJ accessories plastered allover the chassis can provide high-frequency noise issues too. That said, if you're happy with the trade off then great - all that matters to me is that you enjoy your music. That's why I'm in the hi-fi game, for the music. Not the hardware. Oh and the lack of DJ paraphernalia is one reason why AT's own LP5x is superior in sonic terms.

@roig8578

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan Greetings. I really wonder if the Technics SL-1200GR will generate more audible noise than a similar priced Rega using the same phono cartridge, phono preamp etc.

I don't consider myself an audiophile however sound quality has been becoming more and more crucial for me especially as I build out my audiophile quality collection of vinyl LPs. I first got into turntables in the late 80s and my second setup was a pair of Technic 1200s. My current setup is a vintage pioneer pl-570. It's decent but the feature I have an itch for the most is being able to do VTA adjusments on the fly. Even though my PL-570 has vta adjustments it's a bit wonky and not nearly as elegant to perform those adjustments as on a 1200 or a LP140XP. I wish some of these entry level audiophile TTs had easy to perform VTA. That's precisely why I'm looking at the AT. Thanks for your review. It's great and def helping me consider my options. My question to you is why don't you ever seem to mention VTA? It seems it would be a crucial consideration for an audiophile as it seems to really make a considerable difference when dialed in just right and with all the different vinyl weights out there it seems to be a crucial function.

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

Every video is a compromise and is aimed a cross-section of viewers. The 140 is primarily a lifestyle design where sound is not the only priority. The DJ fraternity is taken care of, for example while others who - as I say in the title - enjoy DJ chic or are possibly more casual buyers are also to be considered. Which is not to belittle your own requirements in any way, of course. The video is there to appeal to as many people as possible, therefore but if you have specific queries or you want me to address something not included in the video then that's what the comments are all about. The comments section is merely an extension of the video.

@sosanista

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan I'm slightly confused. I was just asking about VTA as it relates to entry level audiophile turntables. But ok.

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

You asked why I don’t mention VTA and I gave you one example relating to the 140 which is where we are in terms of videos here.

@sosanista

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan My comment wasn't to do with your video quality, as I truly enjoy your vids and have gained much from them. I'm genuinely curious about what your take is on VTA as it relates to entry level audiophile turntables as VTA is something these lifestyle/dj turntables offer well and entry level audiophile TT's don't seem to cover that area well.

Okay, so you're not a big fan of DJ-style turntables. BUT, what direct-drive turntables come in at about the price of an AT-LP 120? $250 or $300 is about the top of what I want to spend on a turntable and I'm not a fan of belt-driven ones.

@TheAudiophileMan

2 жыл бұрын

Direct Drive? The new 120x is very nice. Less DJ and more sound priority.

compairing to 120x, is it better or not?

@TrueAudio

7 ай бұрын

yes better

Thank You.

Paul, I ended up with the new Technics mk7. It's a wonderful turntable. Gustavo Caldas

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you’re happy with that, Gustavo.

@Beyondabsence

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan🙂🙏

I was wondering, what about Technics SL-1200? They are more expensive, but it's easy to find them used at the same price of the AT-LP140XP. I know that they are really robust, because they are meant for DJs, but maybe with the right cartridge they can be used also by audiophiles. Do they have all the background noise typical of the DJs turntables? You said that a turntable is composed by Chassis (I think the best part of Technics), Tonearm (I have no clue about Technics) and Cartridge (your choice). In your opinion, could a Technics SL-1200/1210 be a good turntable for an audiophile?

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi IncudineStudio - the 1200 forms a great project. Many of my colleagues have spent serious time and cash upgrading them to audiophile standard and they work very well. Some hifi companies have even sold upgraded 1200s to fix the inherent audio issues. So they do offer a solid core to build upon. Check out this site for an idea of what I mean: www.originlive.com/shop/the-ultimate-technics-sl1200-1210-dj-deck.html

@IncudineStudio

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan Thank you for the informations! Your channel is great!

I have an LP120 that I purchased second-hand as a plaything, I didn't take it seriously, I just wanted something I could use for playing records from charity shops etc, but I decided I would see what I could do to improve it a bit, first I put a better spring on the anti-skate and topped up the damping fluid and replaced the cartridge with a 2M blue, then on taking the deck apart I decided I didn't want the phone amp so removed it and connected better quality cables directly to the arm and bypassing everything so they are straight to my amp, then I looked at the plinth itself and added sound deadening to the inner case and fitted Sorbothane rubber to the feet, I removed the transformer and mounted that on rubber as well, I am surprised how good it sounds now and it's pleasant to use when I don't want to fire up my good decks. I recommend fitting a good rubber mat and putting some sound deadening under the platter to stop the ringing.

@unpluggedlamp

3 ай бұрын

What did you add to the inside of the plinth to deaden the sound?

Ive owned this Turntable for 3 years now. I have done a Butt Load of tweets to it. O-ringed the tonearm, Auratec platform, Audio Technica VM95LMCartridge. .

@aweskr

4 ай бұрын

Do you like it?

Audio Technica turntables are the best I'm getting the Audio Technica LP60SPBT BK which is the one that comes with a Bluetooth wireless speaker

@TheAudiophileMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Laura - yes, I know that one. I hope you have a great time with it!

@cjsvinyl

4 жыл бұрын

Hopefully you aren't ever planning on reselling any of those LP's. When their time comes, just pitch them in the trash.

@Lee.Higginbotham

4 жыл бұрын

@@cjsvinyl Now Chad!! 😂😂😂

@vaughntonkin539

3 жыл бұрын

@@cjsvinyl That's rich coming from a vinyl fan, I don't believe in pitching records in the trash unless totally unplayable or broken in half

One of the reasons may be that there are people who like dance music - for which pitch control is material - and that the same time want to have a decent "kind of audiophile aspiring" turntable...

Hi. I have the 140, I bought it some years ago with the view to getting back into mixing, however, for one reason or another, that never happened and I've never needed to complete the pair. I was going to sell it, set it up to make sure everything was working as it should and... well.... its still in the system... together with a rega mini through the naim atom and denton 85's.. it sounds like everything i always think vynal should. Admittedly, my setup is very kind to source material, but I couldn't be happier, I've a basic otrophon blue.. cracking... only drawback is the disco lighting that, as you say, is great for DJ's, not so good for my living room. Cheers

@TheAudiophileMan

2 жыл бұрын

That's why this channel exists. To hear from happy HiFi users who've reached music nirvana or, if they haven't, to help the to get there. Glad you're having a great time, James :)

Do audiophiles stop breathing when listening to vinyl? Because the mere fact that they are there causes chest movement, which causes air movement and that creates noise. Which in itself masks subtle details. 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, yes we do. I haven't taken a breath in over 30 years. My face is permanently blue, I have to add, but my hi-fi experience is top notch.

Please review the Pioneer PLX 1000. And compare it to the Fluance RT85

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

I'll make a note.

@ClayMationNation

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheAudiophileMan Appreciate it, it's supposed to be as good as a Technics 1200

Is it compatible with denon serato?

@TheAudiophileMan

3 жыл бұрын

I believe so, yes Bing.