Yep, Tim Walz Is a Gear Guy

Originally released back in 2009, the Audio-Technica AT-LP60 is a fully automatic turntable with a built-in phono preamp that’s designed to make listening to vinyl easy — just add speakers. At the time, it was priced at just $150.

Today, Audio-Technica still offers a version of LP60, albeit more recent models — like the LP60X, LP60XUSB and LP60XBT — have added newer features such as USB connectivity and Bluetooth for digitizing records and streaming vinyl to a wireless speaker, respectively. They’re some of the most popular budget-friendly turntables out there.

Audio-Technica also just announced the AT-LP70X. It’s a slightly improved model that will replace the AT-LP60X in the company’s turntable line. It costs $199.

Workwear for the masses

Walz’s choice in an affordable turntable makes sense for a candidate who has a reputation for being down-to-earth. In fact, it’s a sensibility carried over to his taste in boots, outerwear and watches, too.