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Audio-Technica AT-LP120XUSB Review
The AT-LP120XUSB is the do-most deck: direct drive, USB ripping, a switchable phono stage, and a real cartridge in the box. A spec-honest look at which of its many features you will actually use, and who is paying for jacks they will ignore.
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The short shelf. The whole ranking runs lane by lane under Best Vinyl Gear.
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Riverstone Audio digital stylus tracking force gauge
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Grado Prestige Black3 cartridge
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Audio-Technica AT6012 record care kit
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