Saturday, January 21, 2012

Audio-Technica AT-LP240-USB Direct-Drive Turntable with USB Output


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Rating: 4.8

List Price : $499.00 Price : Too low to display
Audio-Technica AT-LP240-USB Direct-Drive Turntable with USB Output

Product Description

The Audio-Technica AT-LP240-USB Direct-Drive Turntable with USB Output is a superbly made high-performance USB turntable designed for home use. The turntable has USB output that allows direct connection to a computer without any special drivers, making it easy to transfer records to digital music files that can be played back on a portable audio device. This turntable utilizes a direct-drive high-torque multi-pole motor for unwavering speed stability, and features an S-shaped tone arm with adjustable tracking force and anti-skate adjustment and removable cartridge mount, and a damped cast-aluminum platter with a felt slip mat. The AT-LP240-USB plays back 33-1/3, 45 and 78 RPM records.


  • USB output
  • no special drivers required for direct connection to your computer
  • Direct drive high-torque multi-pole motor
  • Selectable 33/45/78 RPM speeds
  • Selectable internal stereo phono pre-amplifier
  • S-shaped tone arm assembly
  • USB output: no special drivers required for direct connection to your computer


Audio-Technica AT-LP240-USB Direct-Drive Turntable with USB Output Reviews


Audio-Technica AT-LP240-USB Direct-Drive Turntable with USB Output Reviews


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41 of 41 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars vinyl heaven, May 21, 2011
This review is from: Audio-Technica AT-LP240-USB Direct-Drive Turntable with USB Output (Electronics)
I have few egg-crateful of LP's and 3 feet worth of 45's that I have sporadically listened to on an Old Marantz direct drive turntable. It has an Ortofon OM10 cartridge. I have been happy with the setup for some time but decided it was time to upgrade. I bought an Audio Technica 440mla from Amazon.com and it did change the sound definition and clarity. But I wanted more.
I always coveted a Technics 1200 but didn't want to spend $1000 for a turntable. That's when I saw Audio-Technica AT-LP240-USB and liked the look of it. It had a perfect mix of "old" style and modern look. The frustrating part was that I couldn't find too many detailed reviews online. I have been shopping online for over 10 years but never wrote a review. I was compelled to write one for this turntable.

Delivery : 36 pounds. `Nuff said

Packaging: It is one of the best packed item that I have ever bought. Audio Technica made sure nothing rattles during shipping. Everything is packed in... Read more
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34 of 35 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An even better deck than the AT-LP120 (but not by enough), July 23, 2011
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This review is from: Audio-Technica AT-LP240-USB Direct-Drive Turntable with USB Output (Electronics)
I purchased this turntable as an upgrade from a DJ-style Numark TT200. The aesthetics of this unit are attractive, it is a very clean looking deck in glossy piano black finish. It has a bit more of a rounded "soap bar" look to it than I was expecting, but this gives it a more modern look than the AT-LP120 (styled after the classic Technics SL1200 decks).

In retrospect I should have realized this, but the the lid that comes with the unit is not attached in any way. It just rests on all the corners like a brownie pan cover, or something. If you have a cabinet to keep this unit in, that may not be an issue, but replacing the lid while the record plays (can't drop the tonearm from the outside) can transmit a bump into the audio (bad for recording). It also seems likely that the lid will eventually scratch the corner surfaces of the unit, since it is not padded, or anything.

Now for the important part of the turntable, the playback. I bought this turntable... Read more
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm very impressed by this turntable, March 11, 2011
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This review is from: Audio-Technica AT-LP240-USB Direct-Drive Turntable with USB Output (Electronics)
I received this unit yesterday and set it up last night in about an hour. I was immediately impressed by the quality of construction. The unit is very heavy and radiates an air and look of an 'audiophile' piece. I purchased a Shure M97 cartridge to go with it and am equally impressed with that.

The packaging was excellent. I would just caution to be extra careful when unpacking as some of the parts are in nooks and crannies in the box and are a little difficult to see at first.

After setup, I spun a few old records that I inherited from my Dad and was blown away by the warm, velvety sound of this combo. The platter starts and stops on a dime when the 'start' button is pressed and locks into it's speed incredibally quickly. The motor is very strong and hold it's speed incredibally well.

As I am writing this I am spinning 'The Meters Cabbage Alley', and wooow, what a joy!

This is a very, very nice turntable.

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