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Open Box / B-Stock Notes
exterior grade: 9.0 out of 10 - near mint, very light surface wear
item cosmetic note: n/a
item function: ✔️ tested
item exterior packaging: original, packaging may show damage
note: all open box / b-stock items are final sale
📌LAB POINTS
Pro-Ject's popular T1 entry level audiophile turntable improved w/ several key upgrades
easy setup w/ pre-mounted Ortofon OM 10 cartridge, pre-adjusted tracking force + counterweight settings
does not include a phono preamp, a good option for people using external preamps or integrated amplifiers with built-in preamps
belt drive operation with electronic 33/45 speed change
heavy glass platter + improved, larger sub-platter
solid machined plinth (base) designed to minimize resonance and unwanted vibration
one-piece aluminum tonearm w/ integrated headshell
includes dustcover w/ adjustable hinges + felt platter mat
hand-built in Europe
"Pro-Ject's T1 series was introduced as a hi-fi entrypoint with a focus on quality materials and easy setup. For flexibility the T1 series is available in several configurations (no preamp / with preamp / Bluetooth). Lastly, the EVO model represents Pro-Ject's continual progression with several improvements to the original model." - TTL
T1 EVO vs. T1 (Old Model)
T1 EVO comes with a better cartridge (Ortofon OM 10 vs. OM5E), which offers wider frequency range and better tracking
T1 EVO comes with a larger sub-platter (5.8" vs. 3.9") for more stable play
T1 EVO comes with electronic speed change for all EVO models (previously T1 and T1 BT did not have this feature)
T1 EVO BT now uses Bluetooth 5.0 aptX (vs. BT 2)
🔑KEY FEATURES
belt drive turntable, manual operation
electronic speed change 33 /45
platter: heavy 8mm, blasted-glass platter w/ felt mat
improved anti-resonant sub-platter design
tonearm: 8.6" aluminum
dimensions: 16.3 x 3.9 x 13.1" / 415 x 100 x 335mm
weight: 11 lbs / 3.8 kg
📦COMES WITH
pre-mounted Ortofon OM10 cartridge
Pro-Ject: Connect It E RCA to RCA Phono Cable w/ Ground Wire - 4 ft. / 1.23M
felt platter mat
dustcover
power supply
Generating expert take…
Pro-Ject Audio Systems traces its roots to 1991 in Austria's Weinviertel region, north of Vienna, where founder Heinz Lichtenegger launched the brand amid the CD revolution. Kicked out of music school as a youth, Lichtenegger channeled his passion for analog sound into affordable, high-quality turntables at a time when vinyl seemed obsolete. His debut Pro-Ject 1, hand-assembled in the Czech Republic, earned rave reviews as a top high-end device, igniting a success story that relocated headquarters to Vienna before returning to Mistelbach in Lower Austria.
The brand excels in turntables, establishing itself as the world's largest and leading producer in that category, while expanding into a full spectrum of hi-fi components since 2000. Offerings include amplifiers, DACs, headphone amps, speakers, cables, and phono stages, all emphasizing essential sound reproduction with durable materials and minimalist design. Manufacturing remains European—primarily in Czechia, Slovakia, and Germany—prioritizing sustainability through local sourcing, short transport, and products built for longevity.
Pro-Ject holds a commanding niche as the go-to for mid-tier audiophiles seeking boutique European craftsmanship without extravagant pricing. Distributed in over 80 countries, it appeals to vinyl revivalists and discerning buyers who value analog purity, innovation, and value-driven performance over flashy excess, cementing its reputation as a pioneer in accessible high-fidelity.
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