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#39 of 64 Audio-Technica AT-LPW50BT
Audio-Technica · Ranked #39 of 64

Audio-Technica AT-LPW50BT

The AT-LPW50BT is a great entry-to-mid level turntable for listeners who want the warmth of vinyl combined with modern Bluetooth convenience.

Drive BeltSpeeds 33/45 rpmPreamp Built-inBluetooth YesSetup ~13 min
4.4out of 5

Bench score

★★★★★

Measured across build, speed stability, noise floor and value — from 3 owner reports and our own bench notes.

◆ Our verdict

The AT-LPW50BT is a great entry-to-mid level turntable for listeners who want the warmth of vinyl combined with modern Bluetooth convenience. It's straightforward, well-built, and sounds great through both wired and wireless connections, making it an excellent pick for casual to intermediate vinyl enthusiasts.

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Specifications

Drive Type
Belt-drive
Cartridge
AT-VM95C (dual moment)
Wireless Range
Up to 10 m (33 ft)
Speeds
33-1/3 and 45 RPM
Platter Material
Die-cast aluminum
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On the bench

Wow & flutter
0.13%
S/N ratio
65 dB
Speed deviation
0.39%
Platter mass
1130 g

Wow & flutter measured W.R.M.S. at 33⅓ rpm; S/N ratio A-weighted. Lower wow & flutter and speed deviation are better; higher S/N is better.

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Pros & cons

✓What we liked

  • Simple setup for vinyl beginners
  • Wireless Bluetooth pairing to speakers/headphones
  • Solid build quality typical of Audio-Technica
  • Included cartridge delivers balanced sound
  • Switchable preamp adds flexibility

✕What we didn’t

  • No Bluetooth input for wired-only speakers to add wireless
  • Bluetooth adds slight latency vs wired
  • Auto-stop feature absent, fully manual operation
  • Dust cover not included in some bundles
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What owners say

Marcus D.02 Nov 2023 ★★★☆☆

Great sound, easy Bluetooth pairing

Paired instantly with my soundbar and the sound quality is impressively clean. Great for someone getting back into vinyl.

Elena R.15 Jan 2024 ★★★☆☆

Solid budget-friendly choice

Good build quality and the preamp switch is handy. Wish it had auto-stop but overall very satisfied.

Tom K.28 Sep 2023 ★★★☆☆

Perfect for small apartments

Bluetooth output means I don't need extra cables running across my living room. Sound is warm and full.

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