{"product_id":"audio-technica-at-lp3xbt-automatic-belt-drive-turntable-wireless-analog","title":"Audio-Technica AT-LP3XBT Automatic Belt-Drive Turntable (Wireless \u0026 Analog)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAudio-Technica AT-LP3XBT Automatic Belt-Drive Turntable at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AT-LP3XBT is a fully automatic belt-drive turntable with Bluetooth 5.2 wireless output from Audio-Technica (Tokyo, Japan), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Positioned above the AT-LP70XBT in Audio-Technica's automatic turntable range, the AT-LP3XBT introduces a genuine 8.7-inch straight tonearm with counterweight, anti-skate adjustment, and a \u003cstrong\u003eremovable AT-HS3 universal headshell\u003c\/strong\u003e — enabling full cartridge swaps in addition to stylus upgrades. The integrated \u003cstrong\u003eAT-VM95C Dual Moving Magnet cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e outputs 4.0 mV and accepts the complete VM95 Series stylus range. Bluetooth 5.2 supports \u003cstrong\u003eQualcomm aptX Adaptive and aptX codecs\u003c\/strong\u003e for high-quality wireless streaming, while the built-in switchable phono preamplifier delivers 252 mV line-level output for wired use. Wow and flutter measures below 0.2% WRMS and signal-to-noise ratio exceeds \u003cstrong\u003e60 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e, the strongest figures in Audio-Technica's automatic turntable lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStraight Tonearm, Removable Headshell, and Full Cartridge Upgradability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AT-LP3XBT's 8.7-inch balanced straight tonearm with hydraulically damped lift control is a meaningful hardware step up from the J-shaped tonearm found on the AT-LP70X and AT-LP60X series. The straight geometry and precision counterweight system allow accurate stylus force setting across the full tracking force range of the AT-VM95C, while the anti-skate adjustment reduces inner-groove distortion on complex musical passages. Most significantly, the AT-HS3 universal headshell is detachable and replaceable, meaning the user can swap the entire cartridge and headshell assembly — not just the stylus — opening compatibility with any standard half-inch mount cartridge. Hydraulic damping in the tonearm lift ensures a consistently gentle, controlled stylus descent onto the record surface, protecting both the stylus tip and the vinyl groove at every play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eaptX Adaptive Bluetooth 5.2, Switchable Phono Preamp, and Damped Chassis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBluetooth 5.2 with Qualcomm aptX Adaptive codec delivers variable-bitrate wireless audio up to 24-bit\/48 kHz resolution, with lower latency and improved RF stability versus standard aptX. The turntable automatically pairs and negotiates the highest mutually supported codec when connecting to a speaker, headphone, or wireless receiver, falling back to aptX if the connected device does not support aptX Adaptive. The 2.5 mW EIRP transmitter operates across 2.402 GHz to 2.480 GHz line-of-sight to approximately 10 metres. For wired use, the built-in switchable preamplifier delivers 4.0 mV phono output or 252 mV line output with 36 dB of RIAA-equalized gain. The damped base construction reduces low-frequency acoustic feedback from speakers or room surfaces reaching the stylus, contributing to the AT-LP3XBT's class-leading signal-to-noise ratio of greater than 60 dB and wow and flutter below 0.2% WRMS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemovable AT-HS3 Universal Headshell:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard half-inch mount headshell detaches for full cartridge swaps, not just stylus upgrades — a unique capability among fully automatic turntables at this price point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8.7-Inch Balanced Straight Tonearm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Counterweight and anti-skate adjustment allow precise stylus force setting; hydraulically damped lift control ensures a controlled, gentle stylus descent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAT-VM95C Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory-installed with 0.6 mil conical stylus outputting 4.0 mV nominal; compatible with the full VM95 Series stylus range from conical to Shibata.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth 5.2 with aptX Adaptive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports Qualcomm aptX Adaptive and aptX codecs via A2DP profile; automatically negotiates the highest quality codec supported by the connected device.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreater Than 60 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e The best SNR figure in Audio-Technica's automatic turntable range, resulting in a noticeably quieter background during playback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWow and Flutter Below 0.2% WRMS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tighter speed consistency than the AT-LP70X or AT-LP60X series for more accurate pitch reproduction across long-playing records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Automatic Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Play, stop, and speed selection at the press of a button; the tonearm lowers and returns automatically at the start and end of each record side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Switchable Phono Preamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selectable phono output (4.0 mV) or line output (252 mV, RIAA equalized, 36 dB gain) for use with any receiver or powered speaker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Resonance Die-Cast Aluminum Platter with Felt Mat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stable, low-vibration playing surface for consistent groove tracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDamped Base Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces low-frequency acoustic feedback from speakers and room surfaces reaching the stylus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal AC Adapter:\u003c\/strong\u003e AC\/DC conversion outside the chassis isolates the power stage from the signal chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetachable Dual RCA Output Cable with Ground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included 1.0 m dual RCA male to dual RCA male cable with grounding wire for wired connection to amplifiers and powered speakers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDrive Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBelt-drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOperation\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFully automatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMotor\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDC motor\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSpeeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e33-1\/3 RPM, 45 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTurntable Platter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDie-cast aluminum with felt mat\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTonearm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBalanced straight tonearm, 8.7\" (220 mm) with hydraulically damped lift control, counterweight, and anti-skate adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHeadshell\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAT-HS3 universal (removable, standard half-inch mount)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAT-VM95C Dual Moving Magnet (installed on AT-HS3; headshell is removable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStylus\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0.6 mil conical (replaceable; compatible with full VM95 Series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOutput Level (Phono)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e4.0 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm\/sec\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOutput Level (Line)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e252 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm\/sec\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePhono Pre-Amp Gain\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e36 dB nominal, RIAA equalized\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWow and Flutter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLess than 0.2% WRMS (33 RPM) at 3 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGreater than 60 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBluetooth Version\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e5.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCompatible Bluetooth Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eA2DP\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSupported Codecs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eQualcomm aptX Adaptive, Qualcomm aptX\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMaximum Communication Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApprox. 10 m (33') line of sight\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFrequency Band\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2.402 GHz to 2.480 GHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eModulation Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGFSK, Pi\/4DQPSK, 8DPSK\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMaximum RF Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2.5 mW EIRP\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e100 to 240V AC, 50\/60 Hz, 0.6A max\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W x D x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e435.6 mm x 374 mm x 128 mm (17\" x 15\" x 5.0\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e5.0 kg (11 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eReplacement Stylus\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAT-VMN95 series (sold separately); full VM95 Series compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eReplacement Headshell\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAT-HS3 BK (sold separately)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAccessories Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDust cover, felt mat, platter (with drive belt), dust cover hinges, counterweight, AT-HS3 headshell with AT-VM95C cartridge, 45 RPM adapter, RCA audio cable (approx. 1.0 m, dual RCA male to dual RCA male with ground), AC adapter (approx. 1.5 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eConnections at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBluetooth 5.2 wireless output (A2DP, aptX Adaptive \/ aptX)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual RCA stereo output with ground (detachable dual RCA male to dual RCA male cable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSwitchable phono\/line output via internal preamplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAC power input (100 to 240V via internal power supply)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Audio-Technica AT-LP3XBT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Audio-Technica AT-LP3XBT is a fully automatic belt-drive turntable with Bluetooth 5.2 wireless output, a balanced 8.7-inch straight tonearm with counterweight and anti-skate adjustment, and a removable AT-HS3 universal headshell fitted with an AT-VM95C Dual Moving Magnet cartridge. It supports Qualcomm aptX Adaptive and aptX Bluetooth codecs, includes a built-in switchable phono preamplifier, and achieves a signal-to-noise ratio greater than 60 dB with wow and flutter below 0.2% WRMS — the strongest measured performance in Audio-Technica's automatic turntable range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the AT-LP3XBT compare to the AT-LP70XBT or the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AT-LP3XBT improves on the AT-LP70XBT in three meaningful ways: its straight tonearm with counterweight and anti-skate replaces the J-shaped fixed-weight arm of the LP70XBT; its removable AT-HS3 headshell allows full cartridge replacement rather than stylus-only swaps; and its signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 60 dB versus the LP70XBT's greater than 55 dB. The Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO is a manual turntable without a built-in phono stage, requiring a separate preamplifier and amplifier — its tonearm and bearing system offer higher analogue resolution, but it demands setup steps the AT-LP3XBT eliminates entirely. The AT-LP3XBT is the strongest choice among fully automatic Bluetooth turntables for listeners who also want genuine cartridge upgrade flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes the removable headshell on the AT-LP3XBT significant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost automatic turntables at this price point have a fixed headshell, meaning the listener can only swap the stylus within a compatible family. The AT-LP3XBT's AT-HS3 headshell uses a standard half-inch mount and detaches completely from the tonearm, allowing the entire cartridge and headshell assembly to be replaced. This means the turntable is compatible with any standard half-inch mount cartridge, not just the AT-VM95 Series, giving the AT-LP3XBT long-term upgrade potential well beyond what a stylus-only swap can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat VM95 Series stylus upgrades work with the AT-LP3XBT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AT-LP3XBT ships with the AT-VM95C conical stylus. It accepts the full Audio-Technica VM95 Series: AT-VMN95E elliptical, AT-VMN95EX, AT-VMN95ML micro-linear, and AT-VMN95SH Shibata. Each higher-tier stylus provides finer groove-wall contact for improved treble resolution, reduced distortion on inner grooves, and lower record wear per play. Stylus upgrades install without tools in seconds and are available from Vinyl Sound Toronto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is anti-skate adjustment and why does the AT-LP3XBT include it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnti-skate is a counterforce applied to the tonearm to oppose the tendency of a pivoting arm to track inward across the record surface during playback. Without anti-skate, the stylus presses harder against the inner groove wall, increasing distortion on the left channel and accelerating groove wear asymmetrically. The AT-LP3XBT includes a calibrated anti-skate dial so the setting can be matched to the stylus tracking force in use, including after a stylus upgrade to a higher-pressure profile. Most automatic turntables at this price level omit anti-skate adjustment entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the AT-LP3XBT Bluetooth be used simultaneously with the wired RCA output?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AT-LP3XBT's built-in switchable preamplifier outputs via the detachable dual RCA cable for wired use; the Bluetooth transmitter streams wirelessly via the A2DP profile. Based on B\u0026amp;H's confirmed product Q\u0026amp;A, Bluetooth can also be bypassed and left inactive if wired-only use is preferred. For multi-room setups, users can route the wired output to a local amplifier while Bluetooth streams to a wireless speaker in another room, subject to the 10-metre line-of-sight wireless range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Audio-Technica AT-LP3XBT in Toronto or Canada?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Audio-Technica AT-LP3XBT is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised Audio-Technica dealer in Toronto, Canada. Vinyl Sound carries the AT-LP3XBT alongside AT-HS3 headshells, VM95 Series stylus upgrades, compatible powered speakers, and a full range of Audio-Technica turntable accessories. Visit the Vinyl Sound Toronto store or shop at vinylsound.ca for current stock.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audio Technica","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":49140755431676,"sku":null,"price":449.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":49140755464444,"sku":null,"price":449.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0116\/1773\/0617\/files\/Audio-TechnicaAT-LP3XBTAutomaticBelt-DriveTurntable_Wireless_Analog.png?v=1779936256","url":"https:\/\/vinylsound.ca\/products\/audio-technica-at-lp3xbt-automatic-belt-drive-turntable-wireless-analog","provider":"Vinyl Sound Canada Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}