Sony PS-LX300USB VS
Thorens TD 170-1
- Brand - Sony
- Frequency Response, Hz - 5 - 40000
- Weight, Kg/pounds - 2.7/6.1
- Brand - Thorens
- Frequency Response, Hz - 20 - 22000
- Weight, Kg/pounds - 4.6/8.8
Pros & Cons
Sony PS-LX300USB
VSPros
- The output sound is clean – it does not skip any parts. The setup process is fast and easy.
- It comes with software that allows you ripping your LPs – it is user-friendly.
- RCA cables are not very long.
Cons
- The arm may get stuck and it is impossible to get records to play.
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 | Sony PS-LX300USB | Thorens TD 170-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Stylus | ||
| Replaceable | ||
| Model | ATN-3472P | Ortofon OM10 |
| Type | moving magnet (MM) | moving magnet (MM) |
| Sound | ||
| Frequency Response, Hz | 5 - 40000 | 20 - 22000 |
| Output Level | 4 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec | |
| Gain | ||
| Signal To Noise Ratio, Db | 50 | 68 |
| Connections | ||
| Rca | 1 | 1 |
| Usb | 1 | - |
| Other | has not | has not |
| Cartridge | ||
| Supplied Headshell Weight, G | 3,5 | 5 |
| Appropriate Needle Pressure, G | 2,5 | 1,5 |
| Type | moving magnet (MM) | moving magnet (MM) |
| Motor | ||
| Wow & Flutter (wrms), % | 0.2 | |
| Torque | >4.5 kgf-cm | |
| Speed, Rpm | 33.3, 45 | 33.3, 45, 78 |
| Platter Type | aluminum diecast | aluminum diecast |
| Drive Method | belt | belt |
| Controls | ||
| Braking System | electronic | electronic |
| Pitch Variation, % | has not | |
| Pitch Control | ||
| Operation Type | automatic | full automatic |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight, Kg/pounds | 2.7/6.1 | 4.6/8.8 |
| Size, Cm/inches | 10 x 42 x 34.2/3.9 x 15.7 x 13.5 | 11.9 x 44 x 36/4.3 x 17.3 x 14.1 |
| Power | ||
| Power Consumption, W | 2 | 1.5 |
| Features | ||
| Other | has not | has not |
| 45 Rpm Adapter | ||
| Dust Cover |
