Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Not sure whether your Sony turntable should be set to PHONO or LINE? Or maybe your records sound too quiet or distorted?

In this video, we’ll explain the PHONO, LINE and GAIN settings on the Sony PS-LX3BT and PS-LX5BT turntables and show you when to use each one.

You’ll learn how to choose the correct output setting based on your receiver or speakers, when to use the turntable’s built-in preamp, and how the LOW, MID and HIGH Gain settings can help you adjust the output level of your vinyl.

In this video:
• When to use PHONO
• When to use LINE
• How the built-in phono preamp works
• When to use LOW, MID or HIGH Gain
• What to try if your turntable sounds too quiet
• What to try if your vinyl sounds distorted
• How Gain affects RCA, Bluetooth and USB output

Getting these settings right can help you get the best listening experience from your PS-LX3BT or PS-LX5BT.

For additional help with your Sony turntable, visit Sony Support.

Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices vary.