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Open Box / B-Stock Notes
exterior grade: 8.0 out of 10 - very good, some surface wear
item cosmetic note: item shows light surface wear due to handling
item function: ✔️ tested
item exterior packaging: original, packaging may show damage
note: all open box / b-stock items are final sale
📌LAB POINTS
mid tier / entry level audiophile turntable, a step up from Pro-Ject T1 w/ improved build + feature set
includes pre-mounted Sumiko Rainier cartridge ($179 when purchased separately), can be easily upgraded with any Oyster series stylus
electronic speed change button switches between 33/45 RPM
heavy glass platter + solid machined plinth (base) designed with no resonant hollow spaces to minimize unwanted vibration
improved one-piece aluminum tonearm w/ integrated headshell + spring-based anti-skating mechanism (no hanging weight)
vibration-absorbing isolation feet
handmade in Europe
includes dustcover w/ adjustable hinges + felt platter mat
"The T2 sensibly enhances the critically acclaimed T1 formula, introducing many new sound-enhancing features. The T2 also introduces improvements plinth and platter mass (making it more resistant to vibrations), and an upgraded tonearm with new integrated anti-skating, longer arm length, and new dampened counterweight." - TTL
COMPARISON T1 vs. T2
T2 has larger / heavier plinth (overall weight 12.1 lbs vs. 8.4 lbs)
T2 has longer tonearm for improved tracking (9" vs. 8.6")
T2 has a better cartridge
T2 has thicker / heavier glass platter
T2 W + T2 Super Phono models have better phono preamp (Phono Box S2 vs. Phono Box MM)
T2 has adjustable anti-skate control (T1 has fixed anti-skate)
🔎TECH SPECS
belt drive turntable, manual operation
speed: 33/45rpm (electronic speed change)
speed variance 33: 0,6% 45: 0,5%
wow & flutter 33: 0,19% 45: 0,17%
signal to noise: 67dB
platter: heavy 10mm thick, 1,7kg heavy glass platter w/ felt mat
main bearing: stainless steel/brass
tonearm: 9" aluminum / effective arm length: 230 mm
dimensions: 18.25(L) x 13.25(D) x 5.25"(H)
weight: 12.13 lbs / 5.5 kg
📦COMES WITH
pre-mounted Sumiko Rainier cartridge
felt platter mat
dustcover
45 adaptor
power supply
phono RCA cable
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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