AUDIO-TECHNICA LP70xBT IS THE BEST VALUE TURNTABLE THIS YEAR!!!

[@dm95422]

@ 7:12 mark ..about improved sound quality ("CLEAR & LIVELY") is the biggest selling point of this unit , especially for those wanting to digitize their music into MP3 or FLAC without spending a fortune for a more expensive TT. 👍👍

[@eaches]

Excellent review. This unit sounds great for me. I was recently told by someone anything under $1000 is crap. I'm calling BS on that. Some have bills and kids to feed, so I'm calling for a moratorium on the term "beginner turntable". It feels derogatory. Let's go with "quality affordable". Note: not a comment on this review or Bob. Just me ranting. Bob is the man!

[@Jeep_on_audio]

Let's keep calling a spade a spade. It's a nice beginner turntable. Nothing more, nothing less. And doesn't everyone start out as a beginner? Nothing derogatory about that. But any upgrade to this table will be a big improvement. And for this price you can get a U-turn too. American made and better sound guaranteed.

[@daleboylen6427]

Crap is probably a bit harsh. I'd put the starting price at say $3K if you want high end. I personally would never use a conical stylus, but I only sold turntables for 15 years. This will spin records. You'll get sound from it. I would bypass the built in phono pre, but I'm not you. I also wouldn't play valuable vinyl on this. I would buy the entry level Fluance over this. Fun fi fools: do not message me.

[@stevesstuff1450]

@@daleboylen6427 : This AT won't do the slightest damage to your most Precious of records. Tracking at a shade over 2gms, it's absolutely fine:- those 1970s tracking weight wars are LONG gone; those companies advocating tracking at under 1gm are also gone! Everyone who's been into turntables for a while knows that tracking too light is as bad for the record, as tracking too heavily. Just track it at what the cartridge/stylus manufacturer recommends. And this LP70 appears to do just that; and past experiences with aT turntables, the arm geometry will be well set-up too, so no issues. It may be "entry level", but it ticks all the right boxes for record care during playback, and will probably sound pretty decent too; as quite a few reviewers are finding!

[@dm95422]

An upfront speed/pitch control would have been nice. (Just like the Pioneer PL-990) Perhaps when the LP80X comes out in a few years.

[@VoicesofMusic]

Excellent turntable for the price, super quiet motor, and automatic feature works perfect. Innovative cue.

[@tomnilla9092]

I have the non Bluetooth version I actually like it it's a very good turntable I don't think it's just for beginners

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@tomnilla9092 Not trying to offend. It sounds good... just referring to the plastic construction, lack of traditional adjustments like counterweight and anti-skate etc. Thanks for watching!

[@tomnilla9092]

@@UnitedStatesofAnalog oh trust me I understand this actually sounds better than some of the high-end turntables

[@vrassidas_pols]

Very nice video! 😊 The lp70x that I bought in black colour sounds great! But has a problem: with a little grain dust skip the song or stop to spin. A phenomenon that never happened so often in other turntable among and the lp60x that I used just before lp70x.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@vrassidas_pols That's weird. Not enough tracking force? Thats all preset though. Do you have a chance to exchange it ?

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@vrassidas_pols I did some reading... possibly the tonearm was mis-calibrated at the factory. Also make sure the table is completely level and records as clean as possible. You should contact Audio-Technica

[@cunawarit]

This is a really neat modern turntable! Bluetooth makes it perfect for people who want to play around with vinyl on the side and are out of inputs. I'm genuinely tempted to get this, thanks for sharing this, I could actually put it relatively far from my speakers still within bluetooth range.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

Totally agree! BTW I got about the standard 30 ft range with the BT

[@phatdad9750]

ive been looking at this turn table for awhile now. thanks for the breakdown and not an unboxing. ill be picking this one up in few weeks

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

Thanks!

[@dragon2knight]

I got this one the week it was released, no regrets at all. I love the stylus upgradeability, there is a stylus for every occasion from elliptical to Microlinear. I started off wireless then got a proper receiver in and hard lined it, either way it sounds great. I do not see why anyone would want to spend more, you wont get much more if anything to be honest. Very good job Audio Technica, and great review good sir!

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@dragon2knight Thanks, Dragon! Congrats on your new turntable!!!

[@ka10r15]

Thanks for the review. I am a more digital guy but wanted to to supply support to my fav bands more then just hearing the stuff via streaming. So ... Starting and collecting vinyl of the favorite lps would be a nice thing. I was looking for a no brainer no play them and just stopped at the lp70... You approved that this tt is a no brainer at this price for causal use. Thank sir.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@ka10r15 Yes... and really no user adjustments need. It might be your first TT, but it won't be your last. An easy, no hassle start. Upgrade the stylus when you get a few dollars!

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

If the LP 70 would’ve been around when I purchased my RT 81 a couple of years ago, I probably would have chosen it instead. I am very happy with my RT 81, but I would like an automatic turntable. I am visually impaired and sometimes queueing up a record with a manual table can be a bit of a challenging. I have gotten used to it though and the RT 81 is a fantastic table!

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@TheFrugalAudiophile I have Fluance RT81+ Elite in my collection!

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

@@UnitedStatesofAnalog very nice!

[@Andersljungberg]

Your RT 81 Maybe has a better cartridge and you can also upgrade it to a better one within certain limits. if you're going to buy an automatic record player, it should probably be in the same price range at least

[@Andersljungberg]

Built-in phono preamps usually do not have as good a sound quality as external ones unless we're talking about a very cheap phono preamp from, for example, China

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

@@Andersljungberg You are right. However, it seems like a majority of the automatic turntables on the market are entry-level at this point. If you know of one that would be comparable to my RT81 I would love to know about it.

[@shoullin1761]

I was looking to get into record playing about the time that they released this turn table. I was leaning towards the LP60. All the reviews I had seen said it was good. I wanted something automatic, and I didn’t want to fart around with arm balancing. The day I went to buy the LP60, I saw the LP 70. I bought it instead because i liked to look of it better😂. I also purchased the audio technica bookshelf speakers. I’m very happy with my set up! I have my speakers hard wired. I have some dedicated Bose quiet comfort headphones to hook up through Bluetooth for the times I want to listen and not disturb anyone.

[@Luq-John-Bro]

I just saw this turntable weeks ago..i got hook by it simplicity..amazing look and ofcourse...great price! And here u go delivering it reviews. Thank u for great review. Cheers💯...anyway subscribed done

[@AnnesleyPlaceDub70]

Superb upload. Love from Dublin 🎶 🇮🇪

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@AnnesleyPlaceDub70 I love your city! I've been there 5 times!!!

[@lauracarpenter363]

Thanks for the review. I was considering the LP6O-BT but this sounds like a better unit. Just want some of my youth best memories and this sounds like the one.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

Can't go wrong with this easy to use model!

[@DJBisGOD]

Very good entry level turntable. Me and my partner bought one a little over a month ago, had no issues at all, and enjoying our vinyls. We got the AT-SP3X speakers to go with it, even though they are small speakers they do pack a good punch. Later on down the track I want to upgrade the stylus (thinking Orange possibly), and then maybe upgrade the speakers to some bigger ones down the track.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

I'm so happy that the A-T is working out for you! Thanks for watching!

[@chrisnunya7171]

I have the 60 X-BT as a second table to my U-Turn Custom. If that was available when I bought the 60, I would have definitely bought that one instead! Great review! 🤘🏻

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@chrisnunya7171 Thank you, Chris!

[@EddieJazzFan]

This is good for people starting out in vinyl who may be turned off by the LP 60, which comes across as a bit too cheap. I might get one of these to use just to play older, worn 45s.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

Agree with you!

[@MarcoEckhardt]

Thanks for the video and your honest review - newbie here! I had earlier been looking at the LP120XBT, but now this one caught my eye after seeing a lot of good reviews. Which one would you recommend for someone starting out? Budget range fits both the LP70 and the LP120. Cheers!

[@TriAmpHiFi]

To answer that question........................ Starting out needs some definition such as 'to go where'? No one can know for sure where the end point will be but asking if upgrading is foreseeable beyond starting out, would be a reasonable question. If starting out is the beginning, what might the end look like? Answering that is necessary for choosing the correct steps getting there without expensive dead-ends & cliffs. Btw, studying is free. Not understanding the signal chain is expensive. Acid Jazz, Funk & Brass 🔈🔉🔊

[@RamblingWolfman]

Nice review! This is the second video I've seen on this turntable, and I have to admit I'm considering getting one.

[@tomnilla9092]

@@RamblingWolfman it's a very good turntable I just got the non-bluetooth version I have it hooked up to my receiver sounds amazing

[@BryanRuby]

I have this at home. I was a little disappointed with how much plastic is involved...especially the plinth (my Fluance RT82 with upgrades remain my primary). However, I found I really do like the "extra" features in the LP70xBT plus it sounds decent. I haven't had a fully automatic turntable since I was a kid...so it's fun to see that in a turntable again.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@BryanRuby I get it! I just like seeing a value table without the stock A-T 3600

[@NikolasLegend7]

Epic review. 🤘 Greetings from Greece 🇬🇷

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

Thank you, Sir!

[@janglyriff]

Outstanding review as always!!

[@josecintron85]

Great review. I've been looking for a g->vg turntable for my house office, looks like I will be getting the lp70x (no bt) and put the $50 towards a schiit phone preamp.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@josecintron85 Now, that's a plan! Thanks for watching!

[@tomnilla9092]

Excellent turntable

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@tomnilla9092 pretty pretty good!

[@hjalmarfossi5728]

Definitely gonna be a fun one

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@hjalmarfossi5728 You know that's right!

[@rcd4466]

I tried one. Looks nice, but all the nylon gearing required to work the auto mechanism makes for a fair amount of noise while the platter is spinning during playback. If you are not so particular you may not notice. Good for beginners tho.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

Good for newbies! Let's get them in the game!!!

[@rcd4466]

@ Absolutely. I just noticed the deficiencies because I’ve been around the scene for a good long time and own higher end stuff….in other words, I’m not a newbie.

[@crazyprayingmantis5596]

You should try to get your hands on some EPOS speakers. The best vocal presentation ive ever heard and hardly anyone reviews them or talks about them. They might be one of the best speakers on the planet imo.

[@OldGuyHifi]

Good review my friend. Thx.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

I'm still waiting for the BIA shipping label. Sorry

[@nicolasgerez3062]

Thanks for the video ! What would you advise in terms of speakers for beginners that don't have any setup (with that TT) ?

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@nicolasgerez3062 maybe Klipsch The Fives powered speakers if you have the budget. Klipsch has some cheaper powered speakers as well

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

You could bt to them or comnnect directly and use the hdmi for your tv sound

[@nicolasgerez3062]

Thanks, any special recommendations ? Like the AT-SP3X or anything else ?

[@Andersljungberg]

can of course depend on how good the built-in phono preamp is

[@vascoernesto78]

That felt mat is a lot of static though, and usually comes off as you lift the record. So you may need to add a different mat, and a better preamp.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@vascoernesto78 agreed! I made those suggestions in the video!

[@vascoernesto78]

​@@UnitedStatesofAnalogthere's a new Audio Technica turntable coming up, LP8X. Looks slick, check it out

[@averagedudesaudio]

So sick of my wife telling me I look just like you! Love the vid!

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

She's a lucky woman, then!

[@sgtgrash]

New subscriber here from dear old blighty, lovin' the channel 👍 In my view, AT has knocked it outta the park with this turntable. Great price, bangin' looks and decent SQ to boot. What's not to like?

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

I put my microline stylus on it and it sounds great! Thanks!

[@carjo512]

This a cool starter turntable or as you said a second player. did you hook up to any Bluetooth to see how it handle ? it might be ok for ripping vinyl on to a pc? What us up with hate on Sound Buger,? I do like the looks of Sound Burger i think it cute little player via Bluetooth and the cartridge that comes with the ATN3600LC. that I'm using right now cause I broke my Ortofon Concorde stylus cleaning around my turntable that's a Denon DP-dj751with a good phono stage amp. needed to be cost effective.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

Hi! Thanks! I own 2 SoundBurgers (white & yellow) but I wish they came with VM95 instead of 3600) Thanks for watching!

[@snaggy13]

Which is better for a starter: lp70xbt, or Fluance 81? I am looking for a turntable for the family christmas gift (wife, kids, and myself.) Kids and I are musicians, love lots of music. We need bluetooth (for now) as we already have a digital system, and cost is a bit of an issue, so Fluance would need an additional transmitter. Yes I could buy speakers and amps, but then, I won't be able to get any albums.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@snaggy13 I might start with the 70. Mainly because it's family friendly ( o tracking force, anti-skate. Cartridge alignment to deal with.) Just a thought.

[@snaggy13]

@UnitedStatesofAnalog Thanks! That is what my gut was saying, even though, as a Canadian, I wanted to support the Canadian company. I appreciate the fast reply! Definitely going to keep up with your channel: it's been very helpful and down to Earth. Thanks again.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@snaggy13 It's not the best all and end all, but it will start you on your journey!

[@DeathByLego]

Got mine delivered and set up today, paired with the Edifier R1280Ts under Reddit’s direction. I noticed that after being played, the vinyls had a different look to them. Almost as if the groves weren’t there before. According to a quick google, the stylus could be damaging them and they said to swap the needle. If the “wear” I’m seeing is normal, should I still upgrade the stylus? I really only got into vinyl because I bought a few(10+) limited edition ones, I’d very much like to keep them in tiptop shape.

[@Andersljungberg]

Then someone would say it should go down deep into the groove because then there will be more details. and the, for example, the purpose of the black expensive cartridge from Ortofon. Just clean the discs

[@stuffsethmakes]

look deeeep into that teleprompter bro 🤣 other than that, thanks for showing this unit. i've been looking for options as an entry level unit that i can get a lot of use out of without spending a ton of money👊🏻

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

Thanks for the note!

[@Andersljungberg]

A purist would probably want a record player that doesn't have Bluetooth or anything else that could create sound disturbances. or a built-in phono preamp that might also affect the sound even if it is switched off? then they probably also want maybe the opportunity to upgrade the cartridge

[@BigKev33]

So is the acrylic mat the same thickness as the supplied felt mat?

[@BigKev33]

I’ve been looking for a new record player and my shortlist is the AT lp70xbt, the AT lp50btrw and the fluance rt81+ would love to know between the 3 if you had to pick one which would it be?

[@bobmoney6215]

Nice review

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@bobmoney6215 Thanks, Bob- signed, Bob

[@jim010109]

I'll admit it would be for me, lol. I'm not going to throw the kids under the bus.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@jim010109 that's the spirit!!!!

[@Andersljungberg]

if it is a hard rocker or jazz lover, they may not want such a soft sound at all. I guess

[@innocentzingolo8159]

I need one

[@brandonnorvell5369]

Damn I really wish this thing was available when I bought my LP60 lol. I probably would have saved up a bit more and got this instead.

[@SQDLVR]

What do you think about the Audio Technica LP3BTX

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@SQDLVR I have not had the opportunity to go experience it yet. Have you heard it?

[@SQDLVR]

@@UnitedStatesofAnalog no but I'm considering it after all the issues I had with the Denon DP-300F (speed fluctuations). I love my Fluance RT81 though.

[@Logan-e8c1v]

Currently have a generic all in one turntable with an atn 3600L stylus and I’ve been into vinyl for two months I have a pretty decent collection right now but I’m wondering if I should upgrade to an lp70x or lp120 or not upgrade at all, anyone know what I should do?

[@Thedarkdj4450]

Will it pair with beats studio pro headphones?

[@glock36me]

How can I get one of those hats?

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@glock36me Unfortunately it's a one off! I do make t-shirts: US only. square.site.usanalog

[@frankpetterson6546]

can you recomend a cheap riaa amp?

[@boatformypotplants]

Son of Schmilsson!

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

Love it but I like Schmilson better!

[@AllboroLCD]

Just the thing ANY vinyl lover asks themselves when shopping for a turntable "does this thing have bluetooth in it?"

[@Jeep_on_audio]

Yeah, let's pull this pure analog Signal through a lossy digital codec. That's what every vinyl lover wants 😒

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

Yeah... I get it! It's the world we live in! I'm sure A-T did their market research. Thanks!

[@pnichols6500]

If you're buying this turntable, you probably don't grasp the analog concept.

[@AllboroLCD]

@@pnichols6500 Yet the demographic that dont get it is big enough to garner this product.

[@sgtgrash]

Then, save yourself 50 bucks and get the non-BT version. SORTED!!!

[@flipshuman]

I need to be an apprentice

[@stefanegger]

Finally haha I had to push you a little but it's okay. I initially was interested in it because it kinda looks like it would fit well to my harman/kardon HK 990 setup, same curves and 2-tone look, but I got a Denon DP 450 USB now that is (at least in theory) more expensive. I bought it used for a good price and repaired the tone arm lift mechanism and installed a Ortofon 2M Red. I like a cohesive (is that a word) look of my system but harman never made a 980/990 style turntable and the new JBL Spinner or TT350 also does not fit well. Another advantage is the strange dust cover an the Denon 400/450 because I dont have so much space for the lid to open, so I can remove the plastic and play a bit. I have to add its not in optimal position, kind of an after-thought to get this system a turntable, but why not. I have another Vintage System with Harman/Kardon PM 645 that has the full setup (EQ8, TD 292, TU 910, HD 500 and Harman adapt Bluetooth) but I use a Denon DP 300F and the internal harman/kardon Phono preamp (not the Denon one) so the switch on the front is lighting up to PHONO input and I dont have so much inputs, so it is all used. I have to say it is often overlooked. It has the same function (except bluetooth) but has Anto Skate, Counter Balance weight and you can exchange the cartridges on it. It has more features like most of those new entry-level ones and I am quite pleased with the performence, just the feet or platter should be dampened better, but you can't have it all. I chose this because it is one of the only few that is available in silver and I have to say it matches the color or the harman gear perfectly. So I stuck to Denon for now. I am kinda interested in the Cambridge Audio Alva ST, but not sure if I will go there, because the Edge M and NQ is expensive and does not wow me from the performence and reviews (which it should at that price point)... 100W into 8 Ohm, eh, my harman 825 and 870 combination that I restored also has this power and it sounds amazing. I dont think that the Cambridge will beat the Harman (only on optical/digital inputs of course but not in terms of power or sound). I think the HK 990 is maybe not the highest end thing but I like harman and it looks so cool and powerful. Still modern, I also have all the other gear like DVD 49, HD 3700, HD 990, TU 980, DMC 1000, BDT 30 etc. I have HK 330c and 495i and everything is harman so I don't want to ruin my vision. I still search a harman/kardon T60 manual turntable, but it is hard to find. Well, what should you do, I like the old stuff and the Denon fitted to my idea and my look I was going for. Don't blame me, I am honestly not sure why the Denon DP 300F is not talked more about, it is available used and new, it has much more features, cool classic silver or black modern color option, it smokes most of those new turntables in my opinion. The 450 semi/part automatic (no return) is also good to use, but the mechanism with belts wore out in 4 years for the last original owner, so I am not sure how it will be long-term if you are not a tinkerer (and it is hard to open). It works now and that's it.

[@innocentzingolo8159]

Help me to get one

[@jeffkorenman2498]

15K by Columbus Day!!

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

Let's go!!!! How do we do this!

[@mansolomd]

Please no BT.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

@@mansolomd They serve one up without!

[@PINKFL0YD-s2h]

Junk

[@anthonycruciani939]

Far from it for a beginner setup.

[@UnitedStatesofAnalog]

Have you heard it, Floyd?