Question 1

Ok,..in plain english,...can i plug this tt into external speakers? that's all i want it for. if yes,...what type of speakers?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can... The turntable has a built-in preamp.
You want to buy powered speakers. They sell tons of them now. The best I have heard were KRK powered speakers. 
To get a good idea of what’s available, check out the needledoctor or crutchfield websites.

Question 2

So, since this turntable has a built in preamp, does this mean I can use passive speakers? Or do I need powered speakers?

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No. You'll need powered speakers or you'll need to plug it into an amp to use passive speakers. "Preamp" = pre (before) amplifier. Preamps and phono amps take the very low signal from the stylus and amplify it to a level that an amplifier can use. AND (the reason record players need phono-specific preamps instead of a standard preamp) the preamp/phonoamp also decodes the RIAA format that all albums since the 1950s use, which is proprietary and needs a specific type of decoding to play the music.

Question 3

I have always owned belt drive turntables. I have read that direct drive can be noisy. How is this one as far as rumble?

Accepted Answer

Rumble is not referred to on the manufacturers website. The signal to noise ratio is stated as greater than 50dB. That means the rating could actually be only 51dB but the exact number is not stated. Here are a few specs copied and pasted from the website.
Motor - DC servo motor
Starting Torque - >1.0 kgf.cm
Wow and Flutter - 50 dB
Output Level - Pre-amp “PHONO”: 4 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
                          Pre-amp “LINE”: 240 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec

Question 4

Will this play an old 78 slate lp?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but you may want to buy a stylus (needle) or cartridge made specifically for your old monaural (mono) 78s.  The stylus and cartridge that come with this unit are for modern stereo recordings on vinyl.  The stylus itself might be damaged by use on old 78s.  Changing styli and cartridge is a fairly simple process on this turntable, and styli and cartridges are easily available at many stores, as well as online.

ASIN	B07N3S4X3P
Additional Features	Adjustable dynamic anti-skate control, Balanced S-shaped tonearm with hydraulically damped lift control and lockable re, Built-in switchable phono pre-amplifier for phono- or line-level output, Fully manual operation; Selectable 33/45/78 RPM speeds, Professional-grade anti-resonance, die-cast aluminum platter with felt mat
Best Sellers Rank	#12 in Audio & Video Turntables
Brand	Audio-Technica
Built-In Media	Turntable, USB cable, detachable RCA output cable (dual RCA male to dual RCA male), AC adapter, 45 RPM adapter, counterweight, felt mat, and removable hinged dust cover
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Personal Computer, Speaker
Connectivity Technology	Wired
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (8,977)
Cycles	DC Motor
Enclosure Material	Aluminum
Global Trade Identification Number	04961310148751
Item Dimensions L x W x H	17.8"L x 13.86"W x 5.57"H
Item Type Name	Direct-Drive Turntable (Analog & USB), Fully Manual, Hi-Fi, 3 Speed, Convert Vinyl to Digital, Anti-Skate and Variable Pitch Control
Item Weight	9140 Grams
Manufacturer	Audio-Technica
Maximum Rotational Speed	78 RPM
Mfr Part Number	AT-LP120XUSB-BK
Model Name	AT-LP120XUSB-BK
Model Number	AT-LP120XUSB-BK
Power Source	Corded Electric
Signal Format	Analog
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	100 dB
Style Name	Wired
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Voltage	110 Volts, 220 Volts
Warranty Description	7 Year Warranty

AT-LP120XUSB-BK Direct-Drive Turntable (Analog & USB), Fully Manual, Hi-Fi, 3 Speed, Convert Vinyl to Digital, Anti-Skate and Variable Pitch Control, Black

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