Audio-Technica’s AT-LP60XBT takes the company’s reliable entry-level turntable and adds Bluetooth without complicating things. The core appeal is straightforward: you get a fully automatic belt-drive turntable that can pair wirelessly with speakers, headphones, or any Bluetooth device. That includes aptX support, which delivers noticeably cleaner sound than standard SBC streaming. For vinyl newcomers or anyone tired of managing receiver wires, this removes a major friction point.

The turntable operates exactly like its wired sibling. Drop a record on the platter, press start, and the tonearm lifts and sets down automatically. The aluminum platter feels sturdy for the price point, and the built-in phono preamp means you don’t need a separate amplifier to get sound. Bluetooth pairing is quick, and the connection stays stable across a typical living room distance. You can also bypass wireless entirely and use the included RCA cables if you prefer a direct connection to a stereo system.

The biggest trade-off here is sound quality. Bluetooth compression, even with aptX, won’t match a wired setup with a dedicated phono stage. If you have a high-end audiophile system, this isn’t the right deck. But for casual listening on a Sonos speaker, a pair of powered bookshelf speakers, or wireless headphones, the AT-LP60XBT delivers exactly what it promises: a fuss-free path to playing vinyl without a tangle of cables.