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PREOWNED – FULLY TESTED – INCLUDES ORIGINAL BEATLES MAT, MANUAL, 2M RED CARTRDIGE, NEEDLE GUARD, INTERCONNECTS, BELT, PLATTER, COUNTERWEIGHT, LID, ANTISKATE WEIGHT, POWER SUPPLY
The Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Esprit DC SB “The Beatles 1964” Edition is a limited-edition audiophile turntable produced in collaboration with Universal Music Group. It is limited to 2,500 pieces worldwide and features custom artwork displaying ticket copies and tour brochures from The Beatles’ historic 1964 world tour.
Drive & Speed Mechanism
• Drive Type: Belt drive with a synchronous AC motor and silicone belt.
• Speeds: 33 1/3, 45, and 78 RPM out of the box.
• Speed Control: Electronic switching via an integrated precision Speed Box (top-mounted button for 33/45 RPM; manual belt adjustment required on the pulley for 78 RPM).
• Speed Drift: 33: ±0.60% | 45: ±0.70%.
• Wow & Flutter: ±0.19%.
• Motor Control: Precision DC-driven AC generator to minimize motor vibration and enhance speed stability.
Platter & Bearing
• Platter: 300 mm (12-inch) heavy, non-resonant acrylic platter (eliminating the need for a felt mat).
• Platter Bearing: Low-tolerance stainless steel spindle inside a high-precision housing.
Tonearm & Cartridge
• Tonearm Type: 8.6-inch single-piece carbon fiber tube with an integrated headshell.
• Effective Arm Length: 218.5 mm.
• Effective Tonearm Mass: 6.0 grams.
• Overhang: 18.5 mm.
• Tracking Force Range: 10 – 30 mN (Recommended 18 mN for factory cartridge).
• Factory Cartridge: Ortofon 2M Red moving magnet (MM) cartridge, pre-mounted and aligned.
Audio & Power
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Rumble): 68 dB.
• Audio Output: Gold-plated female RCA phono sockets (semi-balanced Connect it E phono interconnect cable included).
• Power Supply: External 15V DC / 1.6A power stage.
• Power Consumption: 7.4 Watts maximum / < 0.5 Watt standby.
Physical Properties
• Chassis Material: Resonance-insensitive, high-density MDF.
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 415 x 118 x 320 mm (lid/dust cover closed).
• Weight: 4.9 kg net.
• Isolation: Specially designed decoupling feet to minimize mechanical vibrations.
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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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