The Fluance RT80 vs Audio-Technica AT-LP120 comparison shows that both models are great for people who want to enjoy music. Both models have the pre-amp “phono”. The Fluance RT80 has 140 mV nominal at 1 kHz, while the Audio-Technica AT-LP120 has 150 mV nominal at 1 kHz.
The RT80 uses the moving magnet type cartridge, versus the dual magnet cartridge type used in the AT-LP120. The appropriate needle pressure for the RT80 is 3.5 g, and 1.5 g for the AT-LP120.
The AT-LP120 has 3-speed options – 33.3, 45, 78, while the RT80 has only 2 options – 33.3 and 45.
The Audio-Technica AT-LP120 vs Fluance RT80 design comparison shows that the RT80 looks classic, while the AT-LP120 looks modern.
The RT80 is crafted with thick wood, it has a small knob (to change the speed) and an aluminum S-type tonearm. The back panel features various inputs.
The AT-LP120 has various buttons and a knob and an S-shaped tonearm. Both models are easy to connect and control.
The dimensions are 13.8x16.5x5.5 for the RT80 and 13.9x6x17.8 for the AT-LP120. The weight is 9.9 pounds for the RT80 – compare it with 23.5 pounds, which is the weight of the AT-LP120.
Specification | Audio-Technica AT-LP120 | Fluance RT80 |
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Cartridge | ||
Appropriate Needle Pressure, G | 1,5 | 3,5 |
Type | dual magnet | moving magnet (MM) |
Supplied Headshell Weight, G | 2,5 | 6,5 |
Motor | ||
Torque | >1.6 kgf-cm | >4.5 kgf-cm |
Speed, Rpm | 33.3, 45, 78 | 33.3, 45 |
Platter Type | aluminum diecast | aluminum diecast |
Drive Method | direct | belt |
Wow & Flutter (wrms), % | 0.2 | 0.2 |
Controls | ||
Pitch Variation, % | +/-10 or +/-20 | |
Pitch Control | ||
Operation Type | full manual | automatic |
Braking System | electronic | electronic |
User Manual | ||
Manual | at-lp120.pdf | rt80.pdf |
Power | ||
Power Consumption, W | 11 | 1,5 |
Features | ||
Other | has not | has not |
45 Rpm Adapter | ||
Dust Cover | ||
Sound | ||
Output Level | Pre-amp "PHONO": 2.5 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec. Pre-amp "LINE": 150 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec | Pre-amp "PHONO": 2.5 mV nominal at 1 kHz. Pre-amp "LINE": 140 mV nominal at 1 kHz |
Gain | 36 | |
Signal To Noise Ratio, Db | 50 | 67 |
Frequency Response, Hz | 20 - 20000 | 20 - 20000 |
Stylus | ||
Model | ATN95E | AT91 |
Type | dual magnet | moving magnet (MM) |
Replaceable | ||
Connections | ||
Other | has not | has not |
Usb | 1 | - |
Rca | 1 | 1 |
Dimensions | ||
Weight, Kg/pounds | 10.6/23.5 | 4.5/9.9 |
Size, Cm/inches | 15.2 x 45.2 x 35.3/ 6 x 17.8 x 13.9 | 13.7 x 41.9 x 35.8/5.5 x 16.5 x 13.8 |