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Audio-Technica Fully Manual Belt-Drive Turntable

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$171

$330

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Electronic Express
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Electronic Express has Audio-Technica Fully Manual Belt-Drive Turntable (AT-LPW30BKR) on sale for $170.95 w/ coupon code MAR5. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Staff Member f12_26 for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Plays 33 1/3 & 45 rpm Records
  • Two-Speed Belt Drive Motor
  • Built-In Selectable Phono Preamp
  • Straight Aluminum Manual Tonearm
  • Anti-Resonance MDF Plinth
  • Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge & Stylus
  • Cartridge Can Use Any VM95 Series Stylus
  • Tracking Force & Anti-Skate Adjustment
  • Hydraulically Damped Lift & Locking Rest
  • Rubber Mat & Removable Hinged Dust Cover
Includes:
  • Audio-Technica Consumer AT-LPW30BK Manual Two-Speed Turntable (Black)
  • RCA Audio Cable
  • Power Adapter
  • 45 rpm Adapter
  • Rubber Mat
  • Removable Hinged Dust Cover
  • Counterweight
  • Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $28.05 less (14% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $199 at the time of this posting.
  • About this store:
    • Details of Electronic Express' return policy (here)

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Electronic Express has Audio-Technica Fully Manual Belt-Drive Turntable (AT-LPW30BKR) on sale for $170.95 w/ coupon code MAR5. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Staff Member f12_26 for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Plays 33 1/3 & 45 rpm Records
  • Two-Speed Belt Drive Motor
  • Built-In Selectable Phono Preamp
  • Straight Aluminum Manual Tonearm
  • Anti-Resonance MDF Plinth
  • Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge & Stylus
  • Cartridge Can Use Any VM95 Series Stylus
  • Tracking Force & Anti-Skate Adjustment
  • Hydraulically Damped Lift & Locking Rest
  • Rubber Mat & Removable Hinged Dust Cover
Includes:
  • Audio-Technica Consumer AT-LPW30BK Manual Two-Speed Turntable (Black)
  • RCA Audio Cable
  • Power Adapter
  • 45 rpm Adapter
  • Rubber Mat
  • Removable Hinged Dust Cover
  • Counterweight
  • Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $28.05 less (14% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $199 at the time of this posting.
  • About this store:
    • Details of Electronic Express' return policy (here)

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Written by f12_26 | Staff

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cpgeek
I would NOT recommend a belt drive turntable at this price. imo it would be worth spending just a little more to get something that's direct drive (preferably with automatic timing adjustment strobe) in order to guarantee consistent audio. Belt drive turntables have a tendency to mess up timing and degrade over time. they aren't the most terrible thing in the world or anything, but if you're going for a belt driven turntable, there are way less expensive options that should operate similarly.
Tumbleweed7200
It's a trade-off—direct drive turntables typically offer superior speed stability but can introduce micro-vibrations due to the motor being directly connected to the platter. Belt-driven turntables isolate the motor, which helps reduce vibrations and can result in a cleaner, more natural sound. Some audiophiles prefer belt drive for this reason, as it can minimize unwanted resonance. If audio quality and pitch accuracy is a concern, look for a belt-driven turntable with wow/flutter of 0.05% WRMS or lower

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Good price.
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I've used an LW30 with a VM95 series stylus for years and been happy with it. Good value at that price. Think these are made by Hanpin in China who make a large number of turntables for various companies.
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I would NOT recommend a belt drive turntable at this price. imo it would be worth spending just a little more to get something that's direct drive (preferably with automatic timing adjustment strobe) in order to guarantee consistent audio. Belt drive turntables have a tendency to mess up timing and degrade over time. they aren't the most terrible thing in the world or anything, but if you're going for a belt driven turntable, there are way less expensive options that should operate similarly.
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Quote from cpgeek :
I would NOT recommend a belt drive turntable at this price. imo it would be worth spending just a little more to get something that's direct drive (preferably with automatic timing adjustment strobe) in order to guarantee consistent audio. Belt drive turntables have a tendency to mess up timing and degrade over time. they aren't the most terrible thing in the world or anything, but if you're going for a belt driven turntable, there are way less expensive options that should operate similarly.

It's a trade-off—direct drive turntables typically offer superior speed stability but can introduce micro-vibrations due to the motor being directly connected to the platter. Belt-driven turntables isolate the motor, which helps reduce vibrations and can result in a cleaner, more natural sound. Some audiophiles prefer belt drive for this reason, as it can minimize unwanted resonance. If audio quality and pitch accuracy is a concern, look for a belt-driven turntable with wow/flutter of 0.05% WRMS or lower
Last edited by Tumbleweed7200 March 11, 2025 at 02:00 PM.
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Quote from Tumbleweed7200 :
It's a trade-off—direct drive turntables typically offer superior speed stability but can introduce micro-vibrations due to the motor being directly connected to the platter. Belt-driven turntables isolate the motor, which helps reduce vibrations and can result in a cleaner, more natural sound. Some audiophiles prefer belt drive for this reason, as it can minimize unwanted resonance. If audio quality and pitch accuracy is a concern, look for a belt-driven turntable with wow/flutter of 0.05% WRMS or lower
A bit off topic, but what do you think about idler drive turntables?

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Quote from Tumbleweed7200 :
It's a trade-off—direct drive turntables typically offer superior speed stability but can introduce micro-vibrations due to the motor being directly connected to the platter. Belt-driven turntables isolate the motor, which helps reduce vibrations and can result in a cleaner, more natural sound. Some audiophiles prefer belt drive for this reason, as it can minimize unwanted resonance. If audio quality and pitch accuracy is a concern, look for a belt-driven turntable with wow/flutter of 0.05% WRMS or lower
This LPW30 has some adjustment screws underneath and I had no issues adjusting the turntable to this level of accuracy. I just checked it again after using it for a couple of years and the wow and flutter has not drifted at all.

This is a pretty solid turntable at this price and it has adjustments for antiskate and will take any VM series stylus if someone wants to upgrade later.
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