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Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB vs Pioneer PLX-500-K

Product Comparison: Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB vs Pioneer PLX-500-K

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Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB

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Pioneer PLX-500-K Turntable

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General Specifications

Brand

Audio-Technica

Pioneer

Model

AT-LP120-USB

PLX 500

Origin

Japan

China

About the Product

This professional stereo turntable features a high-torque direct-drive motor for quick start-ups and a USB output that connects directly to your computer. Other features include: forward and reverse play capability; cast aluminum platter with slip mat and a start/stop button; three speeds 33/45/78; selectable high-accuracy quartz-controlled pitch lock and pitch change slider control with +/-10% or +/-20% adjustment ranges; and removable hinged dust cover. A selectable internal stereo phono pre-amplifier allows the turntable to plug directly to components with no dedicated turntable input. A USB cable and adapter cables are included along with Mac- and PC-compatible Audacity software to digitize your LPs.

The PLX-500 inherits the layout of the PLX-1000 professional turntable and produces a warm, clear analogue sound.

Key Specs

Drive Type

Direct Drive

Operation Type

Manual

Automatic

What customers say about "Key Specs"

Pioneer PLX-500-K Turntable

Pioneer well built direct drive turntable. It looks really nice.
The feature I like is being able to leave the unit on but stopping the platter to change records.
Plays 45's,33's and 78's. This turntable has amazing sound
It was easy to set up and it's easy to use. Plus, did I mention that it sounds great?
So far this is great works with my whole pioneer set. Love listening to my old records.

Size & Weight

Height

6.1 in.

6.26 in.

Width

17.7 in.

17.72 in.

Depth

13.9 in.

14.49 in.

Weight

23.5 lbs.

23.6 lbs.

What customers say about "Size & Weight"

Pioneer PLX-500-K Turntable

I've been waiting for years for Pioneer to come out with a new higher end turntable with all the features I want for an affordable price.. and this is it! This thing is very well built.
This is a very good choice for a regular vinyl listener also who just wants a new,well built turntable. Highly recommend!
After doing research I found this to be an excellent option for the price point, with a great mix of features and a robust build.
One thing really noteworthy about the Plx-500 is the high quality (large) sound isolating feet and sturdy mechanical design. At its price point, its a true value.
Just received my new turntable today, seems to be excellent build quality for this price range of turntables.

Audio

Record Sizes

7, 12, 10

Playable Record Speeds

33 ⅓, 45, 78

Stylys/Cartridge

Magnet phono cartridge and long-life diamond stylus

VM cartridge

Integrated Preamp

Yes

What customers say about "Audio"

Pioneer PLX-500-K Turntable

It is absolutlie brill the sound is great and quality aswell
This turntable delivers amazing sound.bass and treble sound great and very clear good sound on my newer records
Very little background noise and hiss, clear precise sound
I don't know if it scratches or how it links up with a dj rig but I know it sounds great hooked up to my Onkyo system.
Audio playback quality is also excellent and should satisfy the average audiophile.

Features

Control

Power dial, Start/Stop, Speed control switch, Pitch control, Quartz Speed Lock, Voltage Selector Switch

Speed control switch, On/Off switch, Start/Stop, Pitch select

Functions

Vinyl player

Platter Material

Aluminum die-cast

Dust Cover Included

Yes

Speaker(s) Included

Interfaces

Stereo RCA audio out

Stereo RCA audio out, USB type B

Extras

Mac- and PC-compatible Audacity software digitizes your records, Professional anti-resonance, die-cast aluminum platter with slip mat

No need for an external amplifier, Smooth DJ play, Cover art display

Dust Cover Included
Speaker(s) Included

What customers say about "Features"

Pioneer PLX-500-K Turntable

I DO love pioneer,and ths turntable is great.and doesnt have all that other garbage that those djs love to play with there fingers.
It has pitch control, conterweight, anti-skate, s shaped tone arm, removable cartridge and headshell, built in preamp
Bought it for my husband's birthday, he loved it! He used to DJ now he can play all his vinyls. All his oldies collection.
I recommend this turntable to any one who wants to learn how to DJ with vinyl or those who just want to play records on a cool looking peice of equipment.
I do like also the USB feature to digitize my records into MP3.

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

1 year(s)

Certifications