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Audio-Technica AT-LP7

Audio-Technica AT-LP7

4.6(38 ratings)

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$999.00at Best BuyChecked Nov 8

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $999.00 at Best Buy on Nov 8.

Our take on the Audio-Technica AT-LP7

The AT-LP7 is Audio-Technica's mid-tier belt-drive turntable, sitting above the AT-LP5X and below the AT-LP1240. It has a heavy MDF plinth, a 9.7-inch straight tonearm with anti-skating, a built-in switchable phono preamp, and a 33/45 speed switch. It ships without a cartridge, so you pick your own. Reviewers like the solid build and quiet motor; the main gripes are the manual speed change and the extra cost of adding a cartridge.

Best forVinyl listeners upgrading from an entry-level deckBuyers who want to choose their own cartridgeSystems without a phono stagePeople who value a heavy, low-vibration plinth
Pros
  • Heavy MDF plinth damps vibration well
  • Built-in switchable RIAA phono preamp
  • 9.7-inch tonearm with adjustable anti-skating
  • Belt drive keeps motor noise away from the platter
  • Plays 33 and 45 RPM
Cons
  • No cartridge included, so you must budget for one
  • Speed change is manual, not a push button
  • No USB output or Bluetooth
  • Heavier and larger than entry-level decks

Audio-Technica AT-LP7 prices at every store

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    $999.00Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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Audio-Technica AT-LP7 price history

$999.00$999.00
Nov 8Nov 9

Lowest price we've seen: $999.00 on Nov 8 at Best Buy. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 8.

What reviewers say

  • 4.6 / 538 ratings

Owners rate it highly for build quality and quiet, steady playback. Many say it sounds better than cheaper Audio-Technica decks once a good cartridge is fitted. Complaints center on the missing cartridge and the manual speed switch.

What people mention
  • BuildPraisedOwners describe the plinth as heavy and well damped, with little vibration.
  • SoundPraisedReviewers report clean, steady playback once a suitable cartridge is mounted.
  • CartridgeCriticisedBuyers dislike that no cartridge is included and that it adds cost and setup work.
  • Speed changeMixedSome find the manual 33/45 switch fiddly compared with push-button decks.
  • PreampPraisedThe built-in phono stage is called convenient for systems without one.

Specifications

Speed
33 RPM, 45 RPMSource
Bluetooth
NoSource
Type of Turntable
Manual TurntableSource
USB
NoSource
Color

Questions and answers

Does the AT-LP7 come with a cartridge?
No. It ships without a cartridge, so you need to buy and mount one. The tonearm takes standard headshell cartridges.
Does it have a built-in phono preamp?
Yes. It has a switchable RIAA phono stage, so it can plug into a line input. You can also bypass it for an external preamp.
How do you change between 33 and 45 RPM?
You move the belt to the other pulley position by hand. There is no push-button speed selector.
Is it good for beginners?
It can be, but you must fit a cartridge and set tracking force and anti-skating. Buyers who want plug-and-play may prefer a deck with a pre-mounted cartridge.
Does it have USB or Bluetooth?
No. It is an analog-only turntable with RCA outputs, so you need a phono stage or the built-in one and a wired connection.
How does it compare with the AT-LP5X?
The LP7 has a heavier plinth and a longer tonearm, while the LP5X includes a cartridge and USB. The LP7 suits buyers who want a sturdier base and will choose their own cartridge.
Where is the Audio-Technica AT-LP7 cheapest?
At Best Buy, for $999.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Audio-Technica AT-LP7?
Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 38 ratings.

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BlackSource
Tone Arm Length (")
9.724Source
Depth (")
13.858Source
Premounted Cartridge
NoSource
Anti-skating
YesSource
Width (")
17.717Source
Motor Type
Belt-DriveSource
Height (")
6.181Source
Suitable for DJs
NoSource
Built-In RIAA
YesSource
Weight (lb)
18.298Source