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Verkeert in nieuwstaat, retour gekomen van een klant en nu scherp geprijsd! De pro-ject elemental usb om5e is een compacte en gebruiksvriendelijke platenspeler die hoogwaardige vinylweergave combineer
€249 is ambitious versus the recent used market: it sits well above the €174 median and even above the €212 75th percentile, so I’d want something extra to justify it. Without stronger condition detail, this is priced more like a top-end example than an easy grab.
That said, this is a respected entry-level deck with a lot of appeal for buyers who want vinyl without fuss: simple setup, lively sound, and a design that’s easy to live with. If it’s genuinely clean, complete, and from careful ownership, it can still make sense — but at this level I’d specifically want the original PSU, platter, dust cover, and a fresh cartridge or proof of low use to make the value feel right.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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