audio technica / AT-LP8X

Audio-Technica's flagship record player, the AT-LP7, was released in 2018 and remains extremely popular to this day. Recently, with the growing popularity of records worldwide, there has been a growing demand for people to take their analog record playback to the next level. In response, record players have been released that not only improve sound quality but also expand the range of customization that is a unique joy of analog, allowing you to create the ideal listening environment.

Taking your high-quality sound experience to the next level.
A serious model that expands the way you enjoy record playback
Audio-Technica introduced the AT-LP7, its flagship record player, in 2018, and it continues to receive rave reviews even six years after its release. Recently, the growing global popularity of vinyl has led to a growing demand for even more advanced analog record playback. In response to this, we developed the AT-LP8X record player, which not only improves sound quality but also expands the range of customization that is a uniquely enjoyable aspect of analog, allowing you to create the ideal listening environment.

This product uses a direct drive system. The newly developed DC servo motor intentionally reduces rotational torque, and combined with a control system that accurately maintains rotational speed and a platter equipped with a vibration damper, improves wow and flutter performance and ensures stable operation. In addition to 33-1/3 and 45 rpm, it also supports 78 rpm, expanding your listening experience, including playback of SP records.

Each component is carefully crafted, featuring a universal tonearm and Audio-Technica's traditional J-shaped design. The height adjustment allows for precise setup. The new AT-LT10 headshell and versatile AT-VM95E cartridge are both standard equipment, and upgrades are possible with the optional ""AT-VM95"" series replacement stylus. Furthermore, by using the included subweight, the maximum cartridge weight is increased to 23.5g (including headshell), allowing for the use of heavier MC cartridges and headshells. This allows for a wider range of cartridge compatibility, including your current cartridges, expanding the scope of customization.

Auto-Stop Function
- A reliable design that automatically raises the tonearm and stops the platter when playback ends.

When playback ends, the lifter automatically raises and stops the platter, protecting the record and stylus.

Auto-stop timing has been optimized for 33-1/3, 45, and 78 rpm records.
The lifter uses a button-operated mechanism for smoother operation rather than a lever. The auto-stop timing automatically changes depending on the selected RPM.

- Auto-stop function can be disabled for manual operation.

Stable drive performance and suppression of unnecessary vibration

- Direct drive system ensures stable playback

- Low-torque direct-drive DC servo motor for improved wow and flutter performance

- Speed ​​sensor system accurately maintains platter rotation speed

- Aluminum die-cast platter with vibration-damping design and 2.5mm rubber mat

- MDF box-type cabinet with 16mm wall thickness

- Insulators with leveling adjustment mechanism

High record tracking performance

- High-sensitivity tonearm with 247mm effective length

- Audio-Technica's traditional J-shaped tonearm with VTA (vertical height) adjustment

Compatible with 78 rpm records

Select from 33-1/3, 45, and 78 rpm

Compatible with LPs and EPs, as well as the optional AT-VM95SP cartridge By combining it with other accessories, you can enjoy high-quality sound even when playing SP records at 78 rpm.

Includes a VM-type stereo cartridge, encapsulating years of technology

Equipped with the Audio-Technica AT-VM95E VM cartridge as standard.

This product comes with the AT-VM95E (0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus), but since it is compatible with the AT-VM95 series, you can also use your preferred replacement stylus. Audio-Technica's 50+ years of experience in cartridge development, honing its technology, experience, and commitment to sound, are evident in the high-performance, versatile AT-VM95 series.

Newly designed, lightweight headshell

Equipped with the newly designed lightweight headshell AT-LT10

Lightweight die-cast aluminum headshell, weighing approximately 10g. It features a through-hole design that allows for adjustable overhang, and the lead wires are made of OFC (oxygen-free copper).

Compatible with heavy cartridges
In addition to the standard counterweight, a sub-counterweight is included.
When using only the standard counterweight, cartridge and headshell combinations can be combined in the range of 14.0-20.0g. With the additional sub-counterweight, cartridges and headshells can be combined in the range of 17.5g-23.5g, expanding the range of options for heavier MC cartridges and headshells.

Specially designed internal power supply
Uses a low-noise power supply specially designed for audio.

Designed for sound quality with a focus on phono output
Pure, direct transmission of cartridge signals without passing through a phono equalizer circuit.

【Turntable Unit】
Drive motor: DC servo motor
Drive system: Direct drive
Rotation speed: 33-1/3, 45, or 78 rpm
Turntable platter: Die-cast aluminum with rubber damper
Starting torque: 1.0 kgf.cm
Braking system: Electronic braking
Wow and flutter: < 0.1% (WTD) @ 3 kHz (JIS)
Signal-to-noise ratio: > 60dB
Output Level: PHONO: Typical 4.0mV (1kHz, 5cm/sec)

【Tone Arm】
Type: Static Balance J-Shaped Tone Arm
Effective Length: 247mm
Overhang: 15mm
Maximum Tracking Error Angle: Less than 2.0°
Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range: 0.0-4.0g
Usable Cartridge Weight Range: 14.0-20.0g (including headshell) / (17.5-23.5g with subweight)

【Cartridge and Headshell】
Cartridge Type: AT-VM95E BK
Cartridge Type: VM-Type Stereo Cartridge
Recommended Load Impedance: 47kΩ
Output Voltage: 4.0mV (1kHz, 5cm/sec)
Stylus: 0.3 x 0.7mil Bonded elliptical stylus
Cantilever: Aluminum pipe
Stylus pressure range: 1.8–2.2g (standard value 2.0g)
Cartridge weight: 6.1g
Headshell type: AT-LT10
Headshell weight: Approx. 10.7g (including lead wires), Approx. 10.0g (excluding lead wires)
Headshell overhang adjustment range: +5.5––2.5mm (when using AT-VM95E)

[General Specifications]
Power requirements: 100–240V, 50/60Hz (100V for Japan only)
Power consumption: 8W
Dimensions: H161 × W450 × D352mm
Weight: Approx. 10.4kg

[Accessories]
Dust cover, rubber mat, platter, dust cover hinge, counterweight, sub-counterweight, VM-type stereo cartridge (AT-VM95E) Headshell (AT-LT10) with black (BK), EP adapter, audio cable (approx. 1.0m), power cable (approx. 1.8m)

Sold separately
Replacement stylus AT-VMN95E BK, replacement headshell AT-LT10