Building on audio technicas analogue heritage and over 50 years of japanese audio design, the at lp5x features upgraded technology while keeping the contemporary style and acclaimed performance of its predecessor, the at lp5. The lp5x retains the j shaped tonearm, a design inspired by the classic audio technica models of the 1960s and 70s, and features a metallic gimbal suspension system and precision bearings to mitigate tracking errors. The tonearm also includes an adjustable counterweight and anti skate control and comes fitted with a lightweight 9.3g at hs6 headshell and the black at vm95e dual moving magnet stereo cartridge. Constructed of anti vibration damping materials with heavy mass metal chassis inserts, the at lp5x turntable has been designed to limit low frequency acoustical feedback. Its precision machined, die cast aluminium platter is powered by a direct drive, low noise motor, ensuring stable, on axis rotation at 33 1 3, 45 and 78 rpm. A 5 mm thick rubber damping mat, which isolates from low frequency feedback while providing a highly stable surface for all lp formats, tops the platter. The at lp5x features a built in switchable mm mc phono line preamp that enables it to connect directly to a computer, home stereo, powered speakers and other components that have no dedicated turntable input. The selection of mm mc cartridges allow for an easy upgrade to a moving coil with additional equipment. The turntable is also equipped with a usb output for direct connection to a computer.