Sony PS-LX250
A fully automatic belt-drive turntable from Sony, equipped with an Audio-Technica cartridge and
Overview
The Sony PS-LX250 is a Sony turntable, also known in some markets as the PS-LX250 H. It is fully automatic and belt-drive, and it plays 33⅓ and 45 rpm records. Users commonly call it a budget or "toy" turntable and compare it to entry-level models from other brands. It comes with a fixed Audio-Technica AT3600L MM cartridge. The stylus can be replaced separately.
Specifications
| Type | Fully automatic belt-drive turntable |
| Speeds | 33⅓ and 45 rpm |
| Drive System | Belt-drive with DC motor |
| Cartridge | Audio Technica AT3600L MM Cartridge |
| Original stylus model | Sony N-6516 |
| Recommended tracking force | 3.0g |
Design
Market
The PS-LX250 reportedly sold for around $80 at retailers like Target, Urban Outfitters, and Amazon. Used units have been listed both individually and in packages. One turntable-and-speaker set sold for $200. Replacement styli and cartridges are available from aftermarket suppliers including LP Gear, DaCapo Audio, Amazon, and eBay. Users commonly report the stylus not staying clipped in place, records skipping, and the automatic play functions malfunctioning.
Market Value
┌──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ │ SONY PS-LX250 Nov 2026 │ ├──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤ │ High $235 Latest $101 │ │ Median $97 Trend — │ │ Low $46 Volume ~15/mo │ ├──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤ │ $300 ┤ │ │ │ │ │ │ . │ │ $171 ┤ . . │ │ │ . . .. . │ │ │ . . . .. . .. . . . . ..│ │ │. . . . .. . .. .. . . .│ │ $0 ┤ │ │ ├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────│ │ vol │█ ▆▂ ▂▆ ▂ ▂ ▆▄ ▄ ▂ ▂▄ ▄ ▂▂ ▂▂▂▂▂ ▂ ▂▂ ▂▄ ▄ ▂▄│ │ └─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────│ │ 2026-04 2026-06 2026-07│ └──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
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eBay Listings
Recently sold on eBay: $71–$154 (median $97, based on 45 completed sales, past 12 months)
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