Sony PS-LX250H
A fully automatic belt-drive turntable system with a built-in phono preamp, made for easy vinyl playback with modern audio systems.
Overview
The Sony PS-LX250H is a stereo turntable system made by Sony. It plays vinyl through both traditional and modern audio setups. Operation is fully automatic, so it starts playback and returns the tonearm on its own when a record finishes. The built-in phono preamp lets it connect straight to line-level inputs on receivers, home theater systems, or computer sound cards, with no external amplification. Sony marketed it as an accessible entry-level option. It plays 33 1/3 and 45 rpm records and uses a moving magnet (MM) cartridge, type ATN3600LX. The cartridge is not removable, but the stylus is replaceable. Compatible replacement parts include the Sony N-6516 or ATN3600LX stylus.
Specifications
| Operation | fully automatic operation |
| Speeds | 33 1/3 and 45 rpm speeds |
| Includes | includes a built-in phono |
| Drive Type | belt-drive |
| Motor | DC motor |
| Tonearm | dynamically balanced type tonearm |
| Wow and Flutter | less than 0.25% (WRMS) |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | more than 60dB |
| Cartridge Type | ATN3600LX |
| Pickup Type | MM |
| Speed Selection | switchable 33.3 / 45 rpm |
| EQ Switch | for Non-Phono Input |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 43 x 10 x 35 cm |
| Weight | 6.5 kg |
Market
Common maintenance issues are a belt that slips off and needs replacing, and a worn stylus. Replacement parts such as the Sony N-6516 or ATN3600LX stylus are available through specialty retailers.
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