Rank #3 in Best Turntable 2026: Ten Decks Ranked on Pools
Audio-Technica LP120XUSBBK Manual Direct-Drive Turntable (Analogue & USB) Black
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
The Audio-Technica LP120XUSB is our number three turntable pick for September 2026, the direct drive with USB at £245. The listing records 2,155 ratings at 4.8.
Everything on this page comes from the Amazon listing rather than our own testing.
How those 2,155 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.8 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Drive | Direct drive DC servo |
|---|---|
| Speeds | 33/45/78 RPM |
| Outputs | Phono, line and USB |
| Platter | Die cast aluminium |
| Weight | 8 kg |
| ASIN | B07MVY92KZ |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
Verified purchase“Very happy with order and quick delivery”
Verified purchase“Good record player .”
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Turntable 2026: Ten Decks Ranked on Pools.
Rank #1
Audio-Technica LP60XBTBK Full Automatic Wireless Belt-Drive Turntable Black
£155.00
Rank #2
Audio-Technica LP60XBK Fully Automatic Belt-drive Stereo Turntable Black
£84.99
Rank #4
Audio-Technica LP120XBTUSB Direct-Drive Turntable (Bluetooth & USB) Black
£299.00
Rank #5
Sony PS-LX3BT, Wireless Bluetooth Turntable with Full Auto Playback, Hi-Res Audio Wireless, Belt Drive, Built-in Phono Preamp, 2 Speed Operation, Dust Cover
£229.00
Questions people ask
Why direct drive?
Better torque and speed stability than belt decks.
Can it play 78s?
Yes, with selectable 78 RPM.
What is the price?
£245.
What is the rating?
4.8 across 2,155 reviews.
Is it easy to set up?
The tonearm needs balancing first.
Does it convert vinyl?
Yes, records to digital over USB.
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