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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
updated version of our bestselling hifi listening turntable, upgraded with 10″ S-shape tonearm
includes pre-mounted Pick it S2 C cartridge
removable headshell + SME headshell connector, which allows for easy cartridge changes + maintenance (this is difficult on the standard model)
⬆️ upgraded balanced output ready with balanced mini XLR output
easily switch between 33 +45 RPM w/ electronic toggle switch (play 78s w/ separate belt, included)
new tonearm collar w/ adjustable arm height (VTA) + Azimuth adjustment
upgraded diamond cut aluminum sub-platter, minimizes wow and flutter
height-adjustable TPE-damped isolation feet
all parts finished in matte black except for the polished spindle
note: this turntable requires a phono preamp
dustcover included
"Although we love the Debut PRO's one-piece tonearm; the modifier in us sometimes wishes it had a detachable headshell to make swapping cartridges easier and experimenting with other headshells. Enter this limited edition Debut PRO S which features Pro-Ject's own S-Shape tonearm." - TTL
🔑 KEY FEATURES
motor type: belt-drive
operation type: fully manual
phono preamp: n/a
speeds: 33 RPM, 45 RPM, 78 RPM
tonearm shape: S-shaped
counterweight setting: yes
anti-skate setting: yes
VTA / height adjustment: yes
detachable headshell: yes
body material: MDF wood
platter material: aluminum
outputs: RCA phono
removable RCA: n/a
dust cover: n/a
dimensions: 18.18" (w) x 5.7" (h) 13.58" (d) / 462 x 145 x 345mm
weight: 15.43 lb / 7kg
📦 COMES WITH
pre-mounted cartridge
dust cover
45 adaptor
record weight
ABOUT TRUE BALANCED AUDIO
True Balanced Audio refers to a superior audio signal that results in higher sound quality with nearly zero background noise, check out our in-depth guide here
True Balanced gear can be utilized as both balanced (with the proper components and signal path) or non-balanced
True Balanced Audio requires a moving coil cartridge (MC) or the Pro-Ject Pick it Pro Balanced MM Cartridge (comes installed on this model)
True Balanced Audio requires a balanced audio cable (5-Pin DIN, mini XLR / XLR, or RCA > Mini XLR) connected from the turntable to the preamp
True Balanced Audio requires a preamp that accepts balanced cables; you can output either XLR (recommended) or RCA from the preamp to speakers / amplifier
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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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