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  • CES 2025: Lenco launches 3 new turntables starting at £199CES2025: Dutch hi-fi manufacturer Lenco has launched three new turntables ahead of this year’s CES tech convention.
    Starting with the most affordable of the bunch, we’ve got the LBTA-165 – a fully automatic, belt-driven turntable featuring auto-return and auto-start, perfect for those looking to dip their toes into the world of vinyl records.

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    This model comes with a pre-fitted Audio Technica AT3600L Moving Magnet cartridge, switchable pre-amplifier, Bluetooth transmission for connecting to headphones or speakers (such as the Kanto ORA), and is capable of playing at 33 and 45 RPM speeds.
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    Available in either a Black Wood or Wood finish, the LBTA-165 is priced at £199/$249/€219.
    Next up is the Lenco LBT-215, another belt drive turntable offering playback at both 33 and 45 RPM speeds. The deck features an Audio Technica AT-VM95E Moving Magnet Cartridge, metal platter, tonearm, fully-adjustable counterweight, and Bluetooth capabilities similar to the LBTA-165.
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    It also sports a USB port for easy digitisation of your vinyl collection. Simply connect the turntable to your PC or Mac and use your preferred recording software to convert your favourite vinyl records to a digital format for playback on your digital audio players.
    Available in a sleek black gloss finish, the LBT-215BK is priced at £299/$359/€329.
    Finally, for vinyl enthusiasts seeking premium sound and convenience, Lenco has introduced the LS-570WA turntable, a “perfect all-in-one solution” that promises “exceptional sound quality” and an “effortless setup”.
    Like its peers, the LS-570WA is a belt-drive deck designed to deliver “smooth and accurate playback” at both 33 and 45 RPM. However, it stands out with its integrated four-speaker system, providing 80 watts of “powerful audio without the need for external speakers.”
    With Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, users can stream music wirelessly from their smart devices. The turntable also features a Moving Magnetic Cartridge (MMC), Start/Stop control buttons, and a built-in pre-amplifier with an ON/OFF switch, offering the flexibility to connect to external audio systems when desired.
    Supported by four sturdy wooden legs, the LS-570WA is incredibly easy to set up – just attach the legs, and you’re ready to go in seconds.
    The LS-570WA is priced at £389/$469/€389. All three models will be available from 6 January in the UK and April in the US.
    Learn more at Lenco.
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    CES2025: Dutch audio manufacturer Lenco has launched three new turntables: the LBTA-165, LBT-215BK, and LS-570WA.