Pioneer DJ has done an OK job at distilling the essentials of what a DJ turntable is (eg pitch control, acceptable torque, adjustable tonearm), and it is fine for those who want to get started, but this is not something you’d want to take to a gig because of its relatively hollow build. Intermediate and pro DJs will want to save up and look elsewhere – the Reloop RP-7000 for example, is a better option that costs less than Pioneer DJ’s flagship PLX-1000. Of course, you can also go the used route and get a pair of Technics 1200s.

You can use the DVS system and make recordings of your mixes with the LP120 turntable using any software you want. However, the company suggests that you use Audacity for the best results. Yes. To figure out whether a turntable is good for scratching or not, you need to see the torque. This particular turntable is labeled with a > 1.6 kg/cm which means that it provides high resistance to the motor when the platters are physically manipulated. Next, I wanted to try ripping some tunes, so I hooked one PLX-500 to to my laptop via USB and fired up Rekordbox, which has a vinyl recording feature. Again, no issues and it worked fine. So far, so good. My expectations are being met, which got me excited about my next test, which was spinning. DJing Regarding weight, they are almost completely the same, with the Pioneer turntable weighing only 0.1 lbs more. There are DJs who are so into turntablism that they don’t want to do anything with digital files or computers. However, most of those, myself included, like to take the more semi-digital approach, or DVS (Digital Vinyl System).It appears like a PLX-1000 (as well as a result a Technics), but it does not inherit all the muscle of its (₤ 500+) huge brother.

Let’s start from the outside and detect the main similarities and differences between the Audio-Technica AT LP120 and the Pioneer PLX-500. Size & Weight So far I mostly talked about the build quality, appearance, and technical specs that comprise the two turntables – Audio-Technica AT LP120 and Pioneer PLX-500. But let’s look at all the things you could do with them, i.e. what controls they offer. Pitch Control The tone-arm shoulder looks a little low-cost, however you’ve obtained ta maintain expenses down somewhere? And also, justice, it doesn’t mess with efficiency – if you calibrate the weight, height and also anti-skipping dial to match your stylus as well as needle set up, after that you’re golden. Whatever you do, make sure you do a lot of googling before you make your mind up. Remember, for a regular DJ setup, you will need two turntables. This makes it quite challenging to pull off more intermediate / complex scratch phrases. No doubt a skilled turntablist will be able to adjust accordingly, but it may lead to frustration for beginners, and intermediate DJs will be able to tell the difference after just a few tries.

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Tonearm Type: Universal type S-shape tone arm, Gimbal-supported type bearing structure, Static balance type In this article, I’ll try to clearly portray all the similarities and differences between the Audio-Technica AT LP120 turntable and the Pioneer PLX-500.

That’s where we have good news for you. The Pioneer turntable has a USB output which will allow you to easily connect your turntable to your Mac or Windows. Moreover, it includes an RCA output, so you can connect the turntable to your stereo system.Here’s where it gets ugly for the PLX-500. The combination of its plastic build and motor led to problems for me when it came to scratching. I needed a lighter touch to prevent the platter from stopping while I was doing some basic scratches, andit took a while for the platter to spin at its full speed once I let go of the record. The only noticeable noise from the motor is heard when running at 78RPM, which is engaged by pressing both the 38 and 45RPM buttons simultaneously. And, thanks to the mostly hollow design of the shell, harder taps or bumps to the unit can result in some audible changes. This is not a deal-breaker for us, but definitely something to keep in mind. Sound Quality On the other hand, the Pioneer PLX-500 turntable works best with the Rekordbox DJ software. Of course, you’re not limited to it, but it’s a natural choice when you own Pioneer hardware. Connectivity In other words, the Pioneer PLX-500 is suitable for scratching thanks to its high torque. Do You Need Speakers With A Turntable? The base of the column is equipped with a large ring, with which (after releasing the latch) we can conveniently adjust its height. This is one of the best solutions of this type and quite unique in this price range (it is not easy to find VTA regulation here at all).