Audio-Technica AT-LP60X-BK Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Stereo...

Having owned turntables since adolescence, I know a good turntable when I see one. This is not necessarily a bad product. It serves a purpose. The price is right and it will last if you take very good care of it. I looked at other turntables that were pricier and I concluded that these devices are quite similar except in price. Having had to discard my old Technics turntable which I had since 1982 because of an inability to get a replacement belt drive, it had to be tossed. Sadly, I might add.Having an extensive vinyl and CD collection, I made do with my disc player. However, I yearned for the sound of vinyl.This is not a bad machine and unlike my previous turntable which was manual this one is automatic to play albums and 45’s. It’s kinda nice. However, it doesn’t feel as sturdy as it is quite light. I found out the needle is very, very fragile as it can pop off easily and if you’re not careful it can easily break if you don’t put it back just so. The drive belt seems very light and I just hope it doesn’t wear out with extensive use. But that’s the chance we all take.Delivery was very good and it arrived undamaged. It is easy to set up and shows clear instructions. There is also a switch on the back of the turntable. I have no idea what purpose it serves. When I put my first album on, it sounded very distorted. I thought my receiver or my speakers were the issue or that I hadn’t connected it properly. None of this was the case and trying one last thing it was the switch in the back of the table itself. Once I flipped it the sound was perfectly clear. It’s a good machine and it serves its purpose. It’s just that it’s so light to the point it feels flimsy. My advice to anyone purchasing this model is; it is a quality machine that serves its purpose, but keep the original box cause if you plan on moving or decide to set it up elsewhere it is very fragile so be careful.