Dual CS 329 Turntable vs Audio-Technica AT-LP120XBT-USB Turntable

The Dual CS 329 is the easier turntable to live with: fully automatic start and stop, a built-in phono preamp, and a light 5 kg body make it a low-fuss first deck. The Audio-Technica AT-LP120XBT-USB is the more capable machine: direct drive, 78 RPM, Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX, USB recording, and a sturdier 8 kg build with an adjustable S-shaped tonearm. Owners of the Dual praise the automation and simple setup; owners of the AT praise the solid platter and recording options. Buy the Dual for convenience and the AT for flexibility and long-term upgrade room.

• Choose the Dual CS 329 if you want a fully automatic deck that starts and stops at the touch of a button and you mainly play 33 and 45 RPM records through a stereo or powered speakers.
• Choose the Audio-Technica AT-LP120XBT-USB if you want to digitize records over USB, stream to Bluetooth speakers or headphones, play 78s, or adjust tracking force and anti-skate yourself.