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Audio-Technica AT-LP70XBT vs Angels Horn H019
Which one has the downsides you can live with?
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The short answer
Audio-Technica AT-LP70XBT ranks higher (#3 vs #4 of 8) and scores better on easy setup, upgradability. Angels Horn H019 wins on gentle on records, build & reliability.
The biggest complaint about the Audio-Technica AT-LP70XBT is sound isn't as full as rivals; for the Angels Horn H019 it's light bass. Pick the one whose catch bothers you less.
Side by side
| Audio-Technica AT-LP70XBT | Angels Horn H019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Rank in turntables | #3 | #4 |
| Price tier | $$ | $$ |
| Type | Bluetooth | Suitcase / all-in-one |
| Amazon 1–2★ share | 7% | 11% |
| Overall score | 3.4 | 3.1 |
| Sound quality | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Gentle on records | 3.0 | 3.5 |
| Easy setup | 5.0 | 3.5 |
| Upgradability | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| Build & reliability | 3.0 | 3.5 |
Price tiers: $ under $150 · $$ $150–400 · $$$ over $400. Highlighted = clearly better (a score gap of 0.3 or more, or a 1–2★ share at least 3 points lower). Scores are explained, with sources, on each product's page.
Top complaints
Audio-Technica AT-LP70XBT
- Sound isn't as full as rivals
Engadget says it's crisp and clear but not as full and immersive as some other turntables in its price range, and lists 'better sound is available for less money' as a con.
Source: Engadget - Skipping and reliability reports
Amazon's review summary says reliability is mixed, with some owners reporting it stopped working after a month and several mentioning skipping.
- Stylus upgrade and looks
Engadget expects you'll probably want to upgrade the stylus quickly, and lists a less-than-premium look as a con.
Source: Engadget
Angels Horn H019
- Light bass
Wirecutter says it doesn't have as much bass as its testers would like, and that Andover Audio's SpinPlay all-in-one plays about 10 dB louder.
Source: Wirecutter (NYT) - Tonearm balance and skipping
Amazon's review summary says balance gets mixed feedback, with several owners finding the tonearm impossible to balance, and that it has skipping issues, especially on new records.
- Missing features
Wirecutter notes it can't stream your vinyl to Bluetooth devices and has no radio or CD player. It also doesn't play 78s, and it needs a small amount of setup.
Source: Wirecutter (NYT)
Who should pick which
Pick the Audio-Technica AT-LP70XBT if
Beginners who want push-button play
Streaming records to Bluetooth speakers or headphones
A step up from the AT-LP60X
Skip it if: Sound quality is your top priority at this price; You don't need Bluetooth (the plain AT-LP70X costs less); You want a premium look
Pick the Angels Horn H019 if
One box with speakers and no separate stereo
A gift for a kid or a new vinyl fan
Streaming from your phone to its speakers
Skip it if: You want deep bass or room-filling volume; You want to stream your records to Bluetooth headphones; You don't want to adjust a tonearm at all
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