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Audio Technica AT-PL120

Turntable Details

Drive

Direct

Motor

DC

Wow & Flutter %

Rumble [dB]

Speed

33, 45, 78

Dimensions [mm]

Platter Material

Platter Diameter [mm]

Total Weight [kg]

Tonearm

Year Built

10.60

Platter Weight [kg]

Plinth Material

Price

Additional information

The Audio-Technica AT-PL120 is a professional-grade, fully manual direct-drive turntable designed for high performance and versatility, suitable for both audiophiles and DJs.


Technical Overview


Drive and Motor:

  • High-torque direct-drive DC motor.

  • Supports 33⅓, 45, and 78 RPM speeds.

  • Electronic brake system.

  • Wow and flutter: less than 0.2% WRMS (33 RPM).

  • Starting torque: greater than 1.6 kgf-cm.

Platter:

  • Die-cast aluminum platter with anti-resonance properties.

  • Includes slip mat.

  • Stroboscopic platter speed indicator.

Tonearm:

  • Balanced S-shaped tonearm.

  • Adjustable counterweight.

  • Anti-skate adjustment.

  • Tonearm height adjustment and lock.

  • Hydraulic tonearm lift with lever.

  • Tonearm rest with locking mechanism.

  • Pop-up stylus target light for easier cueing in low light.

Pitch Control:

  • Quartz-controlled pitch lock.

  • Selectable pitch adjustment ranges: ±10% or ±20%.

Playback Features:

  • Forward and reverse play capability.

  • Manual operation.

  • Start/stop button with remote start/stop input.

Phono Preamp:

  • Selectable internal stereo phono pre-amplifier with bypass switch.

  • Phono preamp gain: approximately 38 dB, RIAA equalized.

  • Output level: 2.5 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec (phono output); 200 mV nominal with preamp on.

Cartridge:

  • Includes professional Audio-Technica ATP-2 cartridge.

  • Frequency response: approximately 15 Hz to 22,000 Hz.

Connectivity:

  • RCA audio output.

  • Remote input jack (1/4", 2-conductor) for compatible mixing/control equipment.

Construction and Dimensions:

  • Adjustable feet for leveling.

  • Removable hinged dust cover.

  • Dimensions: 17.75" (W) x 13.88" (D) x 6.0" (H).

  • Weight: approx. 23.5 lbs (10.66 kg).

Power:

  • Power supply: 115/230V AC, 50/60 Hz.

  • Power consumption: approx. 11W.

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