Audio-Technica AT-LP1240-USB Direct-Drive DJ Turntable

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Built for professional DJs, this Audio-Technica turntable has a powerful, stable motor -- plus a USB output for converting your vinyl to digital audio files.

The Audio-Technica AT-LP1240-USB Direct Drive DJ Turntable is the ideal instrument for the budding turntablist looking for a professional-grade turntable that won't break the bank. It offers fully manual operation and features all the controls a vinyl enthusiast needs to spin a killer set -- like playback speed and reverse controls, adjustable Start and Break speeds, and more. The AT-LP1240-USB also offers USB connectivity so you can rip your vinyl collection to MP3. With all these features and more, the AT-LP1240-USB is the perfect instrument for any DJ looking for a budget-friendly turntable or any home audio enthusiast looking for a professional-grade turntable with USB connectivity for listening to or making a digital backup of LPs at home.

An Affordable Turntable For The Pro Turntablist

For decades, turntablism has been inaccessible to most artists due to the prohibitively high cost of acquiring two professional-grade DJ turntables and a mixer. But times are changing and the start-up cost for old-school DJ gear is now more affordable than ever. The AT-LP1240-USB offers everything a DJ would expect in a pro-grade turntable, like a cast-aluminum platter with stroboscopic speed markings and illuminated playback speed and pitch adjustment controls. There's a removable stylus target light to make seeking tracks easy even in dim environments. And the unit features an S-shaped tone-arm assembly (for better tracking while scratching) with adjustable counterweight and read more anti-skate controls. It's even got a locking tone-arm rest for keeping your favorite cartridge safe from harm while the unit is being transported.

USB Output for Capturing LPs to Your Computer

Any record you play on the AT-LP1240-USB can also be recorded via USB, to the included Audacity recording software. You can archive your LPs to WAV files at 44.1 or 44.8 kHz and 16-bit resolution, and convert WAVs to MP3s, so you can carry your vinyl collection wherever you go on your favorite MP3 player.

Learn more about the AT-LP1240-USB DJ turntable:


Features:

- Direct drive DJ turntable with manual operation and USB output
- Two large Start/Stop buttons
- Toggle between 33 1/3, 45, and 72 RPM
- Start Control Knob and Break Control Knob allow user to adjust start and break speed between 0.2 and 6 seconds (time elapsed between button press and reaching full RPM or full stop)
- +/- pitch slider with +/-10%, +/-20%, or Quartz (locked at 0%) buttons for specifying pitch range available to the slider
- Reverse button for playing records in reverse
- Includes USB output for direct digital connection to your computer
- Includes Mac- and PC-compatible Audacity recording software for digitizing LPs
- Switchable pre-amp for line-level or phono output
- Cast-aluminum platter with stroboscopic speed markings
- S-shaped, grounded tone-arm assembly with adjustable tone-arm height, tone-arm rest with lock, and hydraulic tone-arm lift lever
- Adjustable counterweight and anti-skate for tone-arm assembly
- Removable stylus target light
- Height-adjustable feet for easy leveling
- Equipped with direct-drive 16-pole, 3-phase, brushless DC motor
- 16-bit A/D and D/A converters
- Selectable sampling rate of 44.1 or 48 kHz
- Stereo RCA (female) to 3.5 mm (1/8 in) mini-plug (male) adapter, stereo RCA (female) to 3.5 mm (1/8 in) mini-plug (female) adapter, USB cable, Audacity recording software installation CD, 45 RPM record adapter, slip mat, and removable dust cover all included
- Unit runs on approximately 13 watts of power while in use
- Note: stylus and cartridge sold separately
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- Type: 3-speed, fully manual operation
- Motor 16-pole, 3-phase, brushless DC motor
- Drive Method Direct Drive
- Speeds 33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM, 78 RPM
- Turntable Platter 332 mm dia. die-cast aluminum
- Starting Torque >4.5 kgf.cm
- Braking System Electronic brake
- Wow and Flutter < 0.1% WRMS (JIS WTD) with 33 RPM
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio > 55 dB (DIN-B)
- Output Level Pre-amp "PHONO": 2.5 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec (HP-4005)
- Pre-amp "LINE": 150 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec (HP-4005)
- USB Function A/D, D/A - 16 bit 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz USB selectable; Computer interface USB 1.1 Compliant Windows XP or above or MAC OSX or above
- Power Supply Requirements 120V AC, 60 Hz
- Power Consumption 13W
- Dimensions 450.0 mm (17.72") W x 353.0 mm (13.90") D x 166.5 mm (6.56") H
- Weight 12.5 kg (27.6 lbs.)
- Accessories Included Slip mat; dust cover; platter; 45 RPM adapter; counterweight; headshell; power cord; USB cable; dual RCA (female) to 1/8" (3.5 mm) mini-plug (male) stereo adapter cable; dual RCA (female) to 1/8" (3.5 mm) mini-plug (female) stereo adapter cable; dual RCA (male) cable with integrated ground wire; stylus target light; Audacity software (CD)
- RIAA: 20-20kHz, +1/-3dB (In: 1.5mV 1kHz)
- Tone arm type: Static balanced S-shaped tone arm with detachable headshell
- Effective arm length: 230 mm
- Overhang: 15 mm
- Height of tone arm adjustment range: 0-6 mm
- Tracking error angle: Less than 3 degrees
- Applicable cartridge weight:Without headshell 3.5 - 8.5 g,With headshell 13 - 18 g

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 330-686-2600 x5000
Email: audio-solutions@atus.com

Audio-Technica AT-LP1240-USB Turntable

The superbly made Audio-Technica AT-LP1240-USB Direct Drive DJ Turntable is designed primarily for DJ use in nightclubs, touring and mobile applications. It can also be used by music lovers to play their record collections at home. Its sleek, elegant gloss-black and silver design fits into any stereo music or home entertainment system, and its built-in switchable phono preamp enables it to be used with a wide variety of receivers, powered speakers and other A/V components. As an added benefit, the turntable offers a USB output that allows direct connection to a computer for easy LP-to-digital conversion.

Built to deliver exceptional music reproduction even under the most demanding conditions of professional use, the AT-LP1240-USB utilizes a powerful direct-drive 16-pole, three-phase motor for unwavering speed stability along with easy back-cueing, forward and reverse play and quiet operation at 33-1/3, 45 or 78 RPM. The turntable features an S-shaped tone arm with adjustable tracking force (counterweight) and anti-skate adjustment and a removable universal cartridge mount (cartridge available separately).

Additional DJ-friendly features including a damped cast-aluminum platter with stroboscopic speed markings and slip mat, an illuminated speed indicator and adjustable pitch control, a start/stop button, a removable stylus target light, a dedicated tone arm grounding lug, a hydraulically-damped lift lever and a locking tone arm rest that keeps the arm and cartridge in place during transport.

The turntable includes PC- and Mac-compatible Audacity software that converts the audio on a record to MP3, WAV or other format digital audio files.

Features:

- Professional DJ turntable
- USB output connects directly to your computer; includes Audacity software
- Direct drive high-torque multi-pole motor for demanding DJ use
- Professional features for DJ use in nightclubs, touring & mobile applications
- Selectable 33/45/78 RPM speeds
- Selectable internal stereo phono pre-amplifier
- Dual start/stop controls
- Start and brake control adjustments
- Sliding pitch control with quartz speed lock
- Reverse operation
- S-shaped tone arm assembly with: Adjustable counterweight, Anti-skate adjustment, Tone arm height adjustment and lock, Tone arm lift with hydraulic action and lift lever, Tone arm rest with locking mechanism
- Dedicated ground lug for tone arm grounding
- Stroboscopic platter and speed accuracy indicator
- Damped cast aluminum record platter with low-resistance DJ-style slip mat
- Removable stylus target light
- 45-RPM adapter

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (12 ratings)
Submitted October 14, 2015 by Robert K in Sarasota, FL

"A great shopping experience"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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This Transaction was fast,easy and satisfying.I had not seen this turntable in person but I knew the Audio Tecnica line of products and had sold and owned their products. I have a large record collection and my present table was OK but I liked all of the features of the Audio Technica ,especially the USB and ability to archive digitally,The fact that has a heavy duty motor and great controls ,Quartz lock,range of pitch control, 33,45 and &78 speeds,(I own 78s as well) A great table for battle or easy use. The table is easily set up .I have several cartridges and headshells and all are compatible with the tonearm.The reviews looked good so I chose to take advantage of the 8 payment plan.The table arrived in good condition in 2 days.I have been happy ever since.Buy it you won't be dissatisfied.

Musical Background:

Guitar,Drums home

Musical Style:

rock,blues
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