Audio-Technica began in 1962 as a designer and manufacturer of high-end phonograph cartridges, bringing to the audio world the innovative Dual Moving Magnet stereo cartridge with its outstanding channel separation, extended frequency response and superb tracking.
The turntable chassis is constructed of 40 mm-thick MDF (medium density fiberboard), an excellent anti-vibration damping material that limits low-frequency acoustical feedback. The anti-resonance platter is made of 20 mm-thick polyoxymethylene and is driven by a sensor-monitored motor that ensures a continuously accurate platter rotation speed of 33-1/3 or 45 RPM. The AT-LP7 also includes a built-in switchable phono/line preamp for connection to components with or without a dedicated phono input, and a selector switch to designate operation with a moving magnet or moving coil cartridge.
Specifications :
Type : 2-speed, fully manual operation
Motor : DC motor
Drive Method : Belt drive
Speeds : 33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM
Turntable Platter : Polyoxymethylene
Wow and Flutter : <0.08% WRMS (33 RPM) at 3 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio : >60 dB
Phono Pre-Amp Gain : MM: 36 dB nominal, RIAA equalized