Lenco LS-500 Black Turntable kit

Lenco LS-500BK Turntable — Complete Vinyl System with Built-In Amplifier

The Lenco LS-500BK is a turntable package that ships with two external wooden speakers, a built-in amplifier, and Bluetooth streaming already wired in. This ready-to-play rig connects in minutes and reproduces both LP albums and 7-inch singles from a single deck. A removable dust cover protects the mechanism between sessions, while the metal platter and straight tonearm deliver mechanical stability that entry-level suitcase players cannot match.

What Sets This Deck Apart

Most all-in-one decks at this tier rely on built-in speakers or a ceramic cartridge. The LS-500BK ships with a genuine Audio-Technica AT-3600 moving-magnet cartridge, an adjustable counterweight, and anti-skating control. The two included cabinets use wooden enclosures with a two-way driver configuration, producing 30 watts per channel for 60 watts of stereo output.

Drive, Tonearm, and Audio Specifications

A belt-drive motor decouples the platter from vibration, while the aluminium platter keeps wow and flutter below 0.15% at both speeds. The straight tonearm measures 218.5 mm with an 18.5 mm overhang.

• Drive Type: Belt drive — isolates the motor for cleaner rotation
• Speeds: 33 RPM, 45 RPM — covers LPs and 7-inch singles
• Cartridge: Audio-Technica AT-3600 (moving magnet) — factory-aligned
• Tonearm Length: 218.5 mm with Overhang: 18.5 mm
• Bluetooth: Version 4.2, receive, 10 m range
• Speaker Output: 2 x 30 W RMS (60 W total) — wooden cabinets

Who Should Choose the LS-500BK

The Lenco LS-500BK is the right choice for first-time vinyl owners who want a complete Hi-Fi package without sourcing a separate amplifier, speakers, and phono stage. Apartment listeners benefit from the compact 418 x 346 x 123 mm deck footprint and the wired speakers that can be placed on a shelf for proper stereo imaging. The built-in preamp can be switched off, the cartridge swapped, and the speakers replaced through the RCA outputs.

Lenco — A European Audio Brand Since the 1960s

Lenco is a Swiss-founded audio manufacturer that began producing turntables in the 1960s, shortly after the brand's post-war founding. The company has continued to build vinyl decks, radios, and consumer electronics with a focus on straightforward, repair-friendly design. The LS-500BK reflects that philosophy: a belt-drive deck with a real Hi-Fi cartridge, wooden speakers, and a dust cover.