AT-LPA2
$2,000
About
A transparent statement piece built for listeners who care about precision and purity. The Audio-Technica AT-LPA2 is a fully manual, belt‑drive turntable carved from high‑density acrylic, pairing contemporary minimalism with serious analog performance. The 30 mm acrylic chassis and 20 mm platter tame resonance for quiet, uncolored playback, while the optical speed sensor locks 33‑1/3 and 45 RPM with rock‑solid stability.
The separated power and control unit keeps electrical noise away from the tonearm and platter, delivering a cleaner signal path. Up top, the new 8.8‑inch carbon‑fiber tonearm brings azimuth and VTA adjustment, plus a precise string‑type anti‑skate, tracking smoothly with two counterweight options for cartridge flexibility. It ships pre‑mounted with the AT‑OC9XEN moving coil cartridge and nude elliptical stylus for detailed sound and excellent channel separation; just note its low output pairs best with an MC phono preamp or step‑up transformer.
Heavy‑duty, height‑adjustable feet isolate vibrations, and the acrylic platter’s mass keeps speed consistent. Design fans will appreciate the clear, modern aesthetic that also serves performance.
