Audio-Technica AT-LP3BK Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Stereo Turntable User Manual
- June 4, 2024
- Audio-Technica
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Audio-Technica AT-LP3BK Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Stereo Turntable
Specifications
- BRAND : Audio-Technica
- CONNECTIVITY TECHNOLOGY : Wired
- MATERIAL : Aluminium
- ITEM WEIGHT : 17.2 Pounds
- COLOR : Black
- MODEL NAME : ATLP3K
- COMPATIBLE DEVICES : Speakers
- MOTOR TYPE : AC Motor
- VOLTAGE : 120 Volts
- MAT: 4 mm thick rubber mat
- ADAPTER : 45 RPM
- OPERATION: Fully Automatic
- DRIVE METHOD: Belt Drive
- SPEEDS: 33 1/3, 45
- CARTRIDGE INCLUDED: AT91R
- TONEARM SHAPE: Straight
Introduction
The AT-LP3 completely automatic belt-drive turntable offers cutting-edge capabilities that are uncommon for automatic turntables, allowing you to elevate your analogue listening experience. The balanced straight tone arm offers outstanding high-fidelity performance and the flexibility to utilize alternative moving magnet or moving coil cartridges of your preference. It also comes with a 1/2″ mount universal head shell and the AT91R Dual Moving Magnet phono cartridge.
The stylus may be accurately and safely lowered and raised at any position on a record thanks to a hydraulically damped lift control. However, the turntable also features fully automatic operation, allowing you to just push the Start button to start playing and the Stop button to raise and lower the tone arm and turn the turntable off (the stop function occurs automatically when a record has played all the way through).
Low-frequency feedback is restricted by the anti-vibration dampening materials used to build the AT-LP3. The turntable’s die-cast metal platter and accompanying 4 mm rubber dampening pad further decrease resonance. The AT-LP3 may connect to a home stereo, powered speakers, and other components whether or not they have a dedicated turntable input. It is equipped to play both 33-1/3 and 45 RPM records and has a built-in switchable phono preamp and an attached dual RCA output connection.
HOW TO USE HEADPHONES WITH A TURNTABLE
Typically, you won’t be able to directly connect your headphones to your turntable. As opposed to using speakers, you will require a headphone amplifier to power your headphones (along with a phono preamp to raise the turntable’s output to line level).
HOW TO CONNECT TO SPEAKER
Red and white RCA plugs from the turntable cable should be matched up with red and white RCA plugs on the RCA (female) to 3.5 mm (1/8′′) mini-plug (male) adapter cable. Then join the Line Level* input of the powered speakers to the 3.5 mm mini-plug on the converter wire.
HOW TO CONNECT TO AMP
The “Analog Out” port on the turntable’s back center can be accessed by inserting the 3.5 mm plug from the analogue audio cable. Next, connect the RCA end (red and white plugs) to the playback device of your choice (commonly a stereo receiver or powered speakers).
HOW TO CONNECT TO RECEIVER
- Put your receiver right next to your turntable.
- Attach the provided RCA-type stereo cable to your turntable’s output.
- Check out the audio input options on the receiver’s rear.
HOW TO CLEAN A RECORD
- Clean carefully. Use a microfiber cloth to remove all dust and static, applying very little pressure to prevent pushing any debris further into the grooves of the vinyl.
- Implement the Simple Green solution.
- Damp-wipe clean.
- Spin properly, then store.
Frequently Asked Questions
Need an amplifier for Audio-Technica turntables?
Turntables made by Audio-Technica have a built-in preamp with a “Phono”/”Line” switch on the rear. You require an amplifier or receiver if you select a passive, unpowered speaker. A passive speaker cannot be connected to an AC power source or have volume control.
Has the AT-LP3 Bluetooth capability?
As you mentioned, both the AT-LP3 and the 60 Series turntables are entirely automatic. A: The answer is no. The AT-LP60-BT and AT-LP60XBT Turntables are the only Bluetooth-capable turntables we currently have.
Can headphones be connected to an Audio-Technica turntable?
The simple answer is yes, but you should add an amplifier—perhaps a headphone amplifier—with at least a volume control between the turntable and the headphones so you have some control over the music’s volume level since the turntable lacks a volume control.
Auto stop is there on Audio-Technica products?
On the Audio Technica website (www.audio-technica.com), you can find a lot of answers. But I agree with your response. These “totally automatic” machines typically work as follows: you click the start button, the turntable starts spinning, you place the arm over the record, and you use the arm lifter’s “lever” to drop the arm/stylus to the record.
Can a turntable be used without speakers?
There are no speakers integrated into turntables. As a result, in order to play records, they need to be linked to speakers. The speakers have an amplifier and can be powered. You can also utilize passive speakers and a different amplifier.
Are receivers required for Audio Technica?
Yes, given that the turntable lacks an integrated speaker. It does, however, contain a built-in amplifier. So, you don’t need a standalone amplifier or amplifier/receiver.
Do I need a receiver for the Audio-Technica AT-LP3?
You have options because the Audio-Technica AT-LP3 has a built-in phono preamp with pre-attached wires. Depending on what is most convenient for you, you can either plug straight into a pair of powered stereo speakers or go through a receiver or an external preamp.
Is there a preamp on the AT-LP3?
The AT-LP3 has a built-in phono preamp that produces an RIAA equalized line- level output in addition to a conventional “Phono” output.
The AT LP3 is it good?
The Audio-Technica AT-LP3 has flaws but also has a lot to commend it for. The design is superb, the pricing is fair, the automatic functioning is first- rate, and the sound is jovial and entertaining. Consider this turntable if you’re looking for a low-cost model.
For a turntable, what kind of amplifier do I need?
You will require an amplifier to connect to the preamplifier once you have a turntable and preamp to boost the signal to line level. You might use powered speakers with an integrated amplifier, a separate amplifier, or an A/V receiver (different than pre-amp).