Sony has announced its latest offerings in the turntable market, marking the company’s return to the scene after several years. The PS-LX3BT, priced at $399.99, and the PS-LX5BT, priced at $499.99, are designed to cater to audiophiles seeking a seamless listening experience with both wired and Bluetooth hi-res audio capabilities.
One key feature of these turntables is the one-button automatic playback function, which simplifies the process of starting the turntable, moving the tonearm onto the vinyl, and returning it to rest once the record concludes. Additionally, users can enjoy a transparent dust cover that allows visibility of colored vinyl prints during playback, along with a built-in switchable EQ for selecting between phono and line-level output.
For those looking to digitize their vinyl collection, the USB output enables conversion to digital files, while the turntables support 96kHz/24-bit wireless aptX Adaptive hi-res Bluetooth audio. The LX3BT features a moving magnet cartridge with 3.5g stylus pressure, while the 5BT model boasts a high-precision moving magnet cartridge with 2g stylus pressure.
With Sony’s announcement of a potential joint venture with TCL in the home entertainment sector, these new turntables could be the final releases from Sony’s current home entertainment division, signaling a potential shift in the company’s future product offerings.
Source: The Verge