Audio-Technica AT-LP5 VS
Thorens TD 170-1
- Brand - Audio-Technica
- Frequency Response, Hz - 20 - 22000
- Weight, Kg/pounds - 10.5/23.1
- Brand - Thorens
- Frequency Response, Hz - 20 - 22000
- Weight, Kg/pounds - 4.6/8.8
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica AT-LP5
VSPros
- It has a built-in Phono Stage.
- It has a built-in ADC and USB output for digitization (16 bit / 48 kHz).
- It is equipped with a proprietary AT95 pickup and detachable 2RCA-2RCA cable.
Cons
- The manual is poorly written.
Thorens TD 170-1
VSPros
- Superior Build Quality
- Excellent Sound Quality
- Stylish Design
- Wide Range of Connectivity Options
Cons
- Higher Price Point
- Manual Operation
Specifications
| Specification | Audio-Technica AT-LP5 | Thorens TD 170-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Cartridge | ||
| Type | moving magnet (MM) | moving magnet (MM) |
| Supplied Headshell Weight, G | 10 | 5 |
| Appropriate Needle Pressure, G | 2 | 1,5 |
| Motor | ||
| Speed, Rpm | 33.3, 45 | 33.3, 45, 78 |
| Platter Type | aluminum diecast | aluminum diecast |
| Drive Method | direct | belt |
| Wow & Flutter (wrms), % | 0.2 | |
| Torque | >1.6 kgf-cm | |
| Controls | ||
| Pitch Control | ||
| Operation Type | automatic | full automatic |
| Braking System | electronic | electronic |
| Pitch Variation, % | ||
| Power | ||
| Power Consumption, W | 6 | 1.5 |
| Features | ||
| Other | has not | has not |
| 45 Rpm Adapter | ||
| Dust Cover | ||
| Sound | ||
| Output Level | Pre-amp “PHONO”: 3.5 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec. Pre-amp “LINE”: 150 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec | 4 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec |
| Gain | 36 | |
| Signal To Noise Ratio, Db | 50 | 68 |
| Frequency Response, Hz | 20 - 22000 | 20 - 22000 |
| Stylus | ||
| Model | AT95EX | Ortofon OM10 |
| Type | moving magnet (MM) | moving magnet (MM) |
| Replaceable | ||
| Connections | ||
| Other | has not | has not |
| Rca | 1 | 1 |
| Usb | 1 | - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight, Kg/pounds | 10.5/23.1 | 4.6/8.8 |
| Size, Cm/inches | 15.7 x 45 x 35.2/6.1 x 17.7 x 13.8 | 11.9 x 44 x 36/4.3 x 17.3 x 14.1 |
