Lenco Reveals LS-570WA, LBT-215 And LBTA-165 Turntables
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Swiss audio manufacturer Lenco has revealed three new turntables, the LS-570WA, the LBT-215 and LBTA-165. All models are belt driven and offer features from built-in speakers to streaming and more.
Starting of with the LS-570WA that comes with built-in speakers and four detachable supporting wooden legs. It integrates a traditional record player with a four-speaker array and an amplifier delivering 80 watts (70 watts RMS) for “powerful audio without the need for external speakers”. It is equipped with a metal platter, tonearm, an Audio-Technica moving magnetic cartridge and includes a switchable built-in RIAA pre-amplifier, coming with a stereo RCA AUX input and stereo RCA line/phono output. The integrated deck’s start/stop control buttons offer “smooth and accurate playback” at both 33 and 45 RPM speeds, while Bluetooth 5.0 receive capabilities let you stream music wirelessly from compatible sources.
The lower cost piano black gloss LBT-215BK features an Audio-Technica AT-VM95E moving magnet (MM) cartridge, switchable RIAA preamp, metal platter and tonearm, antiskating and fully adjustable counterweight. It supports playback speeds of 33⅓ and 45rpm, has a USB port and is Bluetooth 5.2 transmit capable. A removable dust cover and start/stop knob is also provided. The LBT-215’s special feature is that it can be used to convert vinyl records to a digital format. Just connect the turntable to your PC or Mac via the deck’s USB port and use your chosen recording software to digitize your analogue records. Wired connectivity includes a switchable stereo line/phono RCA out and single USB port.
The least expensive member of the trio is the LBTA-165BK/WD which is available in either a black or wood finish. It comes with a metal platter, an Audio Technica AT3600L moving magnet cartridge, switchable RIAA pre-amp and is capable of playing both 33 and 45 RPM records. This fully automatic turntable is designed as a user-friendly entry point into the world of vinyl, incorporating auto-return and auto-start features for easy operation, it is Bluetooth 5.3 transmit capable, and comes with a removable dust cover. Wired connectivity includes; a switchable stereo line/phono RCA output.
Availability:
- UK: January 2025
- US: April 2025
Key Features At A Glance:
- LS-570WA:
- Bluetooth 5.0 reception
- 2 rated speed settings 33, and 45 RPM
- Moving Magnetic Cartridge (MMC)
- Belt drive
- Start & stop control
- 4 built-in speakers
- Output power: 80-watt (70-watt RMS)
- Pre-amplifier ON-OFF
- Plastic dust cover
- Included: 4 rubber feet and 4 wooden legs, CE-UK multiplug AC Adaptor, USB cable
- Connections: RCA output, AUX in
- Dimensions (h x w x d): 24 x 43.5 x 35.5 cm (without wooden legs)
- LBT-215:
- Belt Drive
- Bluetooth 5.2 transmission for wireless connection to Bluetooth speakers/headphones
- USB Output for PC/Mac connection to convert vinyl to digital
- Speed: 33⅓ RPM and 45 RPM
- Switchable pre-amplifier
- Audio Technica AT-VM95E Moving Magnetic Cartridge
- Metal Platter, Tonearm, Adjustable Counterweight
- Removable Dust Cover
- Finish: Black Gloss
- Dimensions (h x w x d): 12.5 x 41.5 x 36 cm
- LBTA-165:
- Belt Drive
- Fully-automatic (Auto-return and Auto-start)
- Bluetooth 5.3 transmission for wireless connection to Bluetooth speakers/headphones
- Speed: 33⅓ RPM / 45 RPM
- Switchable pre-amplifier
- Audio Technica AT3600L Moving Magnetic Cartridge
- Metal Platter
- Removable Dust Cover
- Finishes: Black Wood (LBTA-165BK) / Wood (LBTA-165WD)
- Dimensions (h x w x d): 13.5 x 44 x 38.3 cm
MSRP (US/UK/EU):
- LS-570WA: $469 / £389 / €389
- LBT-215: $359 / £299 / €389
- LBTA-165: $249 / £199 / €219
For more information visit the Lenco web site.
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